Astotin Theatre School Visit

The Astotin Theatre is one-part natural history museum and one-part auditorium with seating for up to 90 people. Together, your class can explore aspects of Elk Island’s natural and cultural history in a self-guided experience. The building is closed to the public on weekdays during the spring but you can book to use the space for your group. A select series of films are available for viewing during your booked time.

Teacher information

• To book: Email interp.elkisland@pc.gc.ca
• Cost: See prices. Cost is per group per hour.
• Capacity: 30 students per group.
• Offered: Monday to Friday.
• Language: Available in English or French
• Please ensure that all schools have a fair chance to participate in our programs: give us at least two weeks' notice of any cancellations, so that we may offer the time slot to another class
• Supervisor to student ratios:
  • A minimum of 1 supervisor for every 10 elementary students is required

How the program works

• Meet your interpreter at the Astotin Theatre. They will provide a brief introduction to Elk Island National Park and answer questions.
• If requested in your booking, the interpreter will facilitate a film showing.
• Storage space for bags, lunches, etc., is not available outside of the hours your group has booked the space for.