One Bus. One Day. Three Thousand Years.
Church groups, schools, homeschool co-ops, and motorcoach tours. We build the day around your schedule, your headcount, and your budget — then we handle it.
Groups That Fit Well Here
Every group gets the same grounds. What changes is the pacing, the add-ons, and how much talking your guide does.
Churches & Faith Groups
Adult classes, men’s and women’s ministries, confirmation groups, and whole congregations. Your guide connects each structure to the passages your group already knows — what a threshing floor actually was, why the widow’s two coins mattered, what kind of room the Last Supper happened in. Groups often pair the tour with the Biblical Meal and stay for a devotional afterward.
Schools & Homeschool Co-ops
Elementary through high school, plus homeschool groups of any configuration. The Kid’s Dig gives students four excavation pits — three modeled on real digs from different periods — and teaches how archaeologists actually record a site. Chaperone ratios, lunch space, and bus parking are all sorted before you arrive.
Motorcoach & Tour Operators
We’re just off I-85, about an hour southwest of Atlanta, with parking and turnaround built for full-size coaches. Tours run to a fixed clock so your driver’s schedule holds, and we can feed the whole coach on site rather than sending you back out to find lunch.
Scouts, Camps & Youth Groups
Hands-on by default. Bread over an open fire, four dig pits, and a garden built to be walked rather than looked at. Good for a group that will not sit still, and for leaders who’d rather not ask them to.
How It Works
How Four Steps Become One Memorable Day
Tell us about your group
Headcount, approximate date, age range, and how long you've got. Two minutes on the form at the bottom of this page, or one phone call.
We build the day
We'll send back a plan with times, a per-person price, and options you can swap in or out. No obligation, and nothing is held until you say so.
Confirm and reserve
A deposit locks your date. Final headcount is due 48 hours out.
Arrive
Park the bus, meet your guide, and begin your experience at Biblical History Center.
Build Your Day
Pick Your Pieces
Mix these however your schedule allows. Most groups run a half day; a full day adds the meal and one hands-on production.
Included in every visit
Guided Replica Garden Tour
90 min · core experience
Biblical Life Artifacts Gallery
15 min
Time Tunnel
15 min · self-guided
Add-ons
Biblical Meal
60 min · 15 items
Shepherd's Bread Experience
up to 60 min
Kid's Dig
60 min
Private Time Tunnel production
45 min
Half Day — about 2 hours
Guided garden tour → artifacts gallery → Time Tunnel at your own pace. Best for groups working around a drive, or schools with a schedule.
Full Day — about 4 hours
Guided garden tour → artifacts gallery → Biblical Meal → and one hands-on production. Best for church groups and anyone who wants an immersive experience.
For Schools & Educators
Field Trips That Make the Ancient World Tangible
Students move beyond the textbook as they explore reconstructed ancient environments, examine artifacts, ask questions, and take part in age-appropriate hands-on learning. Programs can be adapted to the group’s grade level, schedule, and learning goals.
Curriculum ties - Georgia standards
Biblical History Center Georgia Standards Alignment, Grades 5–12. Emphasizes Grade 7 Social Studies and high-school World History while identifying supporting connections for other grades.
Teacher and chaperone admission
One teacher per 10 students is free. Additional teachers receive 50% off. Parents and other adult chaperones pay full price. Exceptions may be approved in advance.
Lunch space and rain plan
Groups may bring food. Staff may assign the parking-lot field, Kid’s Dig area, or Odeum. During rain, groups may eat under cover in the garden.
Bus parking
Approximately four full-size, 56-passenger motorcoaches can park toward the back of the lot. Additional off-site bus parking may be arranged.
Pre-visit materials
Teachers should call 706-885-0363 and speak with Joyce for instructions and pre-visit materials.
Payment
Schools may pay by card or check. Biblical History Center also accepts approved purchase orders and invoicing from schools and government agencies.
Eligibility and minimum
Public, private, and homeschool groups qualify. School pricing requires at least 10 students. Groups below 10 should call for information.
Activities
Shepherd’s Bread, Kid’s Dig, and guided Time Tunnel are each $6 per student. See the school-pricing table for durations.
For Tour Operators
A Distinctive Group Stop in LaGrange
Offer travelers an immersive encounter with the ancient world through guided interpretation, full-scale archaeological replicas, authentic artifacts, and an optional Biblical Meal Experience. Our staff will help build a workable arrival, tour, meal, and departure schedule for your group.
Coach access and turning
Biblical History Center can receive, turn, and park full-size 56-passenger motorcoaches. Approximately four can park on site; additional off-site bus parking is available by advance arrangement.
Meal seating
The Biblical Meal Experience has a firm maximum capacity of 45 guests for safety.
Restrooms
Two main public restrooms each contain approximately five to six toilets. A separate accessible restroom includes a changing station.
Driver and escort comp
The bus driver receives complimentary admission. This does not automatically extend to a separate tour escort unless Biblical History Center approves it.
Commission
Biblical History Center does not currently offer or advertise a tour-operator commission program. Operators may contact BHC if they want to propose a net-rate or commission arrangement.
Accessibility at scale
Ask for mobility needs and device counts during booking. Staff will plan routes and rotations based on group size.
Contact
Call 706-885-0363 or email joyce@biblicalhistorycenter.com for a group itinerary and quote.
Rates & Terms
What It Costs
Group pricing starts at 10 people. All rates include tax.
Guided Tour
Replica garden, gallery, time tunnel
Adult
$33.05
Student / child 6–12
$15.00
Under 5
Free
Guided Tour + Biblical Meal
Replica garden, gallery, time tunnel
Adult
$61.88
Student / child 6–12
$29.88
Under 5
Free
Add to either Tour
Replica garden, gallery, time tunnel
Shepherd's Bread
Per Person
$6
Kid's Dig
Per Person
$6
Terms
When is a reservation confirmed?
When the guest receives a confirmation email from Biblical History Center.
Is a deposit required?
A 50% deposit is required when booking reserved experiences. Approved tour companies, school groups, and organizational partners may receive a waiver at Biblical History Center' discretion.
When is the final count due?
At least 48 hours before the scheduled visit. The remaining balance is due when the final count is confirmed.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations before the confirmation deadline receive a refund less a 25% cancellation fee. Cancellations within 48 hours are nonrefundable; guests may reschedule or receive a transferable gift card. Special-event sales are final.
How is tax exemption handled?
Submit the exemption form at least two weeks before the visit. Approval is not guaranteed until Biblical History Center confirms it.
How can guests pay?
Guests may pay using the card options enabled through booking or by check where arranged. Biblical History Center accepts approved purchase orders from schools and government agencies and issues invoices referencing the PO. The PO must be received before the visit; final attendance is due 48 hours before arrival; invoiced payment is due within 30 days.
What is the comp policy?
The bus driver receives complimentary admission. A separate tour escort pays the applicable rate unless Biblical History Center approves an exception. For schools, one teacher per 10 students is free; additional teachers receive 50% off; parents pay full price.
Do tour operators receive commission?
Biblical History Center does not currently offer or advertise a commission program. An operator may contact Biblical History Center to propose a negotiated net-rate or commission arrangement.
“Very easy to book a group tour here. I called them, they set up the excursion based on our group size and interests. Highly recommend the biblical meal.”
— D. Chapman, Co-op Director, Acworth, GA
Request a Quote
Tell Us About Your Group
Send this over and we'll come back with a plan and a price. Usually same day.
Rather talk it through? Call (706) 885-0363 or email info@biblicalhistorycenter.com.
Questions We Get From Group Leaders
What are your hours?
Sunday & Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Saturday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PMHours may vary for federal holidays and staff training, so guests should confirm before traveling.
Do I need a reservation?
Reservations are strongly recommended for guided tours and required for the Biblical Meal Experience and reserved group programs. Walk-in self-guided admission is subject to operating hours and availability.
How far ahead should a group book?
Book as early as possible, especially for meals, school trips, and large groups. Online meal bookings close 48 hours before the tour, but guests may call the office to ask about late availability.
What is the smallest group that qualifies?
School pricing requires at least 10 students. Groups below 10 should call for pricing and availability. General-group activities are available by reservation and applicable program capacity.
What happens if it rains?
Many experiences include outdoor areas. BHC may adjust the order, move suitable portions indoors, reschedule, or offer another approved option based on conditions. Guests should contact the office before traveling during severe weather.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes. Dietary restrictions are a required booking question, and the kitchen can accommodate requests submitted during booking. Biblical History Center uses a shared kitchen and cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.
Can a large group be divided?
Yes. Biblical History Center may divide a large party into smaller groups and rotate them through experiences to protect the artifacts, improve audibility, and manage space. The final rotation plan depends on staffing and attendance.
Are routes wheelchair accessible?
Most visitor areas are wheelchair accessible, but some reconstructed and outdoor areas have uneven terrain or limited access. Accommodation needs should be discussed with the employee handling the reservation so staff can plan the best route and assistance.
May we bring our own food?
Yes. Groups may bring their own food and eat in an area assigned by staff. Available eating areas include the field in the parking lot, the Kid’s Dig area, and the Odeum. During rain, groups may eat under cover in the garden.
Where do buses park?
Buses park toward the back of the parking lot. Biblical History Center can accommodate approximately four full-size, 56-passenger motorcoaches on site. Additional off-site bus parking is available when arranged in advance.
Are photographs allowed?
Yes. Biblical History Center is highly photo friendly, and guests are encouraged to photograph and share their visit. A small number of artifacts or special displays may carry specific restrictions, which will be clearly marked. Commercial productions should arrange access in advance.
How do I contact Biblical History Center?
Call 706-885-0363 or email info@biblicalhistorycenter.com. Biblical History Center is located at 130 Gordon Commercial Drive, LaGrange, Georgia 30240.
Let's Get Your Date on the Calendar
Tell us what you need and we'll build the day around it.
Call (706) 885-0363