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Homeschool days and rates, free passes, educator discounts that include homeschool teachers, curriculum swaps, book sales and daytime library programs. Every card links to the venue's, store's or library's own page.

8homeschool days & homeschool rates
3free with a library card
2educator discounts that include homeschool teachers
1curriculum fairs & book sales
7library programs: steam, clubs & art

All our homeschool lists:

How this list works. We copy details from each venue's, store's or library's own page and show the date we last checked. Cards marked "Also on our Dallas–Fort Worth page" are the same listings as on our main Dallas–Fort Worth page, shown here so you don't have to hunt for them. For discounts we only list stores whose own policy names homeschool teachers, and we note the proof they ask for. Stores can change their rules at the register, so check before you buy. We are not affiliated with any venue or store here.

🎟️ Homeschool days & educator discounts (13)

Museums and attractions with homeschool days or homeschool rates, free passes you can borrow with a library card, and stores whose own policy says their teacher discount includes homeschool teachers.

Homeschool days & homeschool rates (8)

Homeschool at the Carter: Give Me Liberty

FreeAlso on our Dallas–Fort Worth page
Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Family-group workshop: explore "The Statue of Liberty from Bartholdi to Warhol" and works from the collection to see how artists assert their creative freedom.

  • Ages: Students ages 5–17 (families stay together with their adults)
  • Cost: Free; reservations required
  • When: Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 10 a.m.–12 p.m. (meet at the Information Desk)

See the full card on our Dallas–Fort Worth page →

Source: Amon Carter Museum: Homeschool at the Carter: Give Me Liberty. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Homeschool Hours (guided tours + art making)

FreeAlso on our Dallas–Fort Worth page
Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Monthly themed tours led by Carter gallery teachers with close looking, conversation and an art activity. Nov 13: "Many Faces of U.S." Dec 11: "Creative Gifts."

  • Ages: Students ages 5–17 (tour groups assigned by age)
  • Cost: Free; reservations required
  • When: Fridays: Nov 13 and Dec 11, 2026 · 10–11:30 a.m.

See the full card on our Dallas–Fort Worth page →

Source: Amon Carter Museum: Homeschool Hours: Many Faces of U.S.. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

First Thursday Sketching Tour: "Background Check"

FreeAlso on our Dallas–Fort Worth page
Kimbell Art Museum (Kahn Building)

Free homeschool sketching and writing program in the permanent collection; all materials provided. Parents can explore the museum or use the free Studio A play space with younger siblings.

  • Ages: Homeschool students in grades K–8
  • Cost: Free; registration required
  • When: Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 10:30–11:30 a.m.

See the full card on our Dallas–Fort Worth page →

Source: Kimbell Art Museum: First Thursday Sketching Tours (Nov 5). Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Homeschool Family Science Club: Colorful Chemistry

Also on our Dallas–Fort Worth page
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History

Hands-on chemistry for kids and their adult: physical vs. chemical changes, a hypothesis and a simple experiment using the scientific method.

  • Ages: Ages 5–11 with an adult
  • Cost: Class ticket plus museum admission (admission is not included in the class price; see the ticket page)
  • When: Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 2–3 p.m.

See the full card on our Dallas–Fort Worth page →

Source: Fort Worth Museum of Science and History: Homeschool Family Science Club (Nov 18). Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Homeschool Family Field Trip: Amazing Adaptations

Also on our Dallas–Fort Worth page
Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Hands-on environmental science for homeschool families. Registration includes garden admission for the day; children must come with an adult.

  • Ages: Recommended for ages 4–8
  • Cost: $12 per student ($10 member student); $5 per adult (members free)
  • When: Mondays: Nov 16 and Nov 23, 2026 · 10–11:45 a.m.

See the full card on our Dallas–Fort Worth page →

Source: Fort Worth Botanic Garden: 2026 Homeschool Family Field Trips. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Homeschool STEAM Labs

Also on our Dallas–Fort Worth page
Sci-Tech Discovery Center

Classroom-style, hands-on STEAM labs by grade band. Nov 3: Chemistry of Bubbles. Nov 17: Coding with Ozobots, Part 1. Dec 8: Coding with Ozobots, Part 2.

  • Ages: Grades PK4–8 (grouped by grade)
  • Cost: Full fall semester (7 labs) $150 members / $180 non-members; single session $26 members / $28 non-members
  • When: Tuesdays: Nov 3, Nov 17 and Dec 8, 2026 · Check-in on the hour; classes start 15 minutes after and last 45 minutes

See the full card on our Dallas–Fort Worth page →

Source: Sci-Tech Discovery Center: Homeschool STEAM Lab. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Heard Homeschool natural science classes (spring 2027 semester)

Also on our Dallas–Fort Worth page
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

Weekly natural-science classes by age band. Spring 2027 topics: Discover Your World: The Earth (6–7), Explorers: Adaptations (8–9), Earth Trek: Sharing the Planet (10–11).

  • Ages: Ages 5–11 (separate ages 12–13 and preschool programs)
  • Cost: $216 per semester (members) / $240 (non-members), paid in installments
  • When: Spring 2027: meet the teacher Jan 12; classes start the week of Jan 19 and end the week of Apr 20 (no classes the week of Mar 15) · Tuesdays or Wednesdays, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

See the full card on our Dallas–Fort Worth page →

Source: Heard Museum: Homeschool. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Frontier 101 group visits

Also on our Dallas–Fort Worth page
Log Cabin Village

Groups move cabin to cabin in pods of 10 or fewer, meeting historical interpreters in period dress. Works for homeschool co-ops and groups.

  • Ages: All ages
  • Cost: $5 per participant; one chaperone free per 10 participants, extra chaperones $5
  • When: Tuesday–Saturday, by reservation · Starts at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.

See the full card on our Dallas–Fort Worth page →

Source: Log Cabin Village: Field Trips (Frontier 101). Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Free with a library card (3)

Educator discounts that include homeschool teachers (2)

Michaels: 15% teacher discount

Educator discount
Area: Michaels stores in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, and online

Michaels' own policy lists "teachers who work in ... home schools" under who qualifies for its 15% teacher discount. Many items are excluded (for example clearance, books, classes and some brands), so check the list on the policy page.

  • Ages: For the parent-teacher
  • Cost: Free to join (Michaels Rewards)
  • When: Year-round
  • Proof needed: Verify as a teacher in Michaels Rewards (checked by a third-party service) with a document showing your name, your school or organization, and your status. Michaels says a valid educator ID lets you make 3 purchases while verification finishes.
Source: Their own page (michaels.com) · Michaels teacher discount page. Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Apple: education pricing

Educator discount
Area: Apple Store online and Apple Stores in the Dallas–Fort Worth area

Apple's Education Sales Policy says any K-12 employee is eligible for education pricing, "including homeschool teachers."

  • Ages: For the parent-teacher
  • Cost: Education prices (vary by product)
  • When: Year-round
  • Proof needed: Apple may ask for extra qualifying information before it accepts an order, and it audits education purchases, so keep documents that show you homeschool. Yearly limits apply (for example one MacBook and two iPads per year).
Source: Their own page (apple.com). Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

📚 Curriculum fairs & library programs (8)

A big annual curriculum fair and daytime library programs that work well for homeschool families.

Curriculum fairs & book sales (1)

Texas Homeschool Expo: Dallas–Fort Worth Expo (Hurst)

Area: Hurst Conference Center, 1601 Campus Dr, Hurst

An annual homeschool resource fair: a large exhibit hall of curriculum and course providers plus local co-ops and businesses, and two days of workshops included in admission. Exhibitors offer both secular and religious curricula. The workshop schedule will be posted in early 2027.

  • Ages: All ages (workshops for adults and children)
  • Cost: Adults $5 per day when bought online (tickets go on sale in spring 2027). Free for children and free parking.
  • When: Fri., June 4 and Sat., June 5, 2027. The exhibit hall is free Fri., 3–5 p.m.
Source: Their own page (texashomeschoolexpo.com). Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Library programs: STEAM, clubs & art (7)

Homeschool Art Studio (Grand Prairie, Warmack Library)

Price: see site
Area: Warmack Library, Grand Prairie

Homeschool families connect and create a hands-on art project while learning about the country and culture the art style came from. The library's fall homeschool guide also lists teen homeschool club days and picture days.

  • Ages: 5–14
  • Cost: See site
  • When: Select Mondays at 2 p.m. Next: Nov. 16, 2026.
Source: Their own page (gptx.org). Last checked Oct 23, 2026.

Homeschool Libratory: Fun with Tech (West Garland Library)

Free
Area: West Garland Library, 3921 W Walnut St, Garland

A drop-in afternoon of hands-on STEAM activities with other homeschoolers. Share what you have discovered and the books you have read.

  • Ages: Homeschool families (families thinking about homeschooling are welcome too)
  • Cost: Free
  • When: Monthly. Next: Fri., Nov. 20, 2026, 1–2 p.m.
Source: Their own page (garlandtx.gov). Last checked Oct 23, 2026.