Expert local guides | Curriculum-aligned to US History and Civics standards |
The American Northeast is home to some of the most important sites in United States history. Independence Hall in Philadelphia. The Freedom Trail in Boston. Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty in New York. These are not just landmarks — they are the places where the American story was written. Our Philadelphia, New York, and Boston field trip programs bring students face to face with that story, led by expert local guides who know how to make it stick.
Available as single-city day trips or as a multi-day Northeast combination program spanning all three cities. Every program is curriculum-aligned, fully supported with teacher resources, and customizable to your group’s grade level and learning objectives.
Field Trip Programs
Each program below is available as a standalone day trip or as part of our multi-city Northeast combination itinerary. Contact us to discuss which format works best for your group.
Philadelphia: America’s Birthplace
Philadelphia is where the United States was born. Students visit the places where the founders debated, drafted, and signed the documents that created a nation — and hear the stories behind those moments that no textbook fully captures.
Sites visited
- Independence Hall
- Liberty Bell Center
- National Constitution Center
- Elfreth’s Alley
- Museum of the American Revolution
Grade levels
Grades 4 through 12. Content and delivery adapted to your students’ age and prior knowledge.
Curriculum alignment
Aligned to US History and Civics standards. Full curriculum documentation provided for school approval.
New York City: A World in One City
New York City tells the story of America through immigration, ambition, tragedy, and reinvention. From Ellis Island to the 9/11 Memorial, students encounter the full complexity of the American experience in a single extraordinary day.
Sites visited
- Ellis Island ferry and guided tour
- Statue of Liberty
- 9/11 Memorial and Museum
- Lower Manhattan walking tour
- Financial District
Grade levels
Grades 5 through 12. Content and delivery adapted to your students’ age and prior knowledge.
Curriculum alignment
Aligned to World History, Immigration, and Economics standards. Full curriculum documentation provided for school approval.
Boston: Cradle of Revolution
Boston is where the American Revolution began. Students walk the Freedom Trail through the streets where colonial resistance turned into open rebellion, visiting the sites that every American history student knows by name — and finally gets to see in person.
Sites visited
- The Freedom Trail
- Paul Revere House
- USS Constitution Museum
- Faneuil Hall
- Boston Massacre site
Grade levels
Grades 4 through 12. Content and delivery adapted to your students’ age and prior knowledge.
Curriculum alignment
Aligned to American Revolution and Colonial History standards. Full curriculum documentation provided for school approval.
Northeast Combination Trip: Philadelphia, New York, and Boston
For schools looking to offer a truly immersive multi-day experience, our Northeast combination program spans all three cities in a single itinerary. Students move through the full arc of early American history — from Philadelphia’s founding era to Boston’s revolutionary streets to New York’s immigrant gateway — with a cohesive narrative connecting every stop.
This program is ideal for middle and high school groups. We handle the educational programming, itinerary coordination, logistics support, and teacher documentation across all three cities. Accommodation recommendations and logistical guidance are included. You focus on your students. We handle the rest.
What Is Included in Every Program
Expert local guides
Every city is guided by a local historian with teaching experience who knows how to engage student groups of every age and energy level.
Pre-trip teacher resources
Discussion guides, vocabulary materials, and background reading so your students arrive prepared and get more out of every stop.
Curriculum documentation
Full alignment documentation mapping each program to relevant standards. Ready for school approval and administrator sign-off.
Post-trip learning activities
Reflection activities and classroom extensions included so the learning continues after students return home.
Flexible group sizes
We work with groups of all sizes from single class day trips to full year group multi-day programs.
Custom itineraries
No two groups are the same. Every proposal we send is built around your specific dates, grade level, curriculum goals, and group size.
Everything Before You Book
Pricing
Single-city and multi-city pricing is available. Contact us for a custom quote based on your group size, chosen cities, and itinerary. No commitment required to receive a proposal.
Who this program is for
These programs are designed for K-12 schools, homeschool co-ops, and student groups of any size. Single-city programs work well as day trips for local schools. The multi-city combination program is best suited to middle and high school groups with an overnight travel budget.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend reaching out at least four to six weeks before your preferred travel dates, and earlier if you are planning a multi-city trip that requires accommodation coordination. Popular spring and fall dates fill up quickly.
How to book
Contact our team directly to discuss your group’s needs and receive a custom proposal. We respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.
📧 Email: privates@dcbyfoot.com
Ready to Plan Your Northeast Field Trip?
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