Jackson County Courthouse Experience Tour Basics
Registration opens September 8, 2024.
- Tours are available to students grades 5 – 12.
- Tours are offered on select Wednesdays throughout the school year beginning in October.
- Tours generally begin at approximately 11:00 am and go to around 1:30 pm.
- Each tour day can accommodate up to 30 students.
- There must be at least 1 adult chaperone per 8 students on the tour.
- Tours are subject to Courthouse rules and docket schedules.
- Please review Jackson County Courthouse security policies prior to your tour.
- On some days, an earlier tour, from 9:00 am–11:30 am, may be available. If you prefer or need to have an earlier tour, please notify us at the time of your registration.
- Ready to book your tour? View available dates and schedule your class.
If you have any questions or need to cancel your tour, please contact Frank Honts, Regional Program Manager, by email or by calling 617-271-4781.
Teacher Resources for Courthouse Experience Tours
- Courthouse Experience Tours – Observation Worksheet
- Courthouse Experience Tour – Knowledge Organizer
- Courthouse Experience Tour Overview
- Interpreting the Court’s Docket
- Jackson County Circuit Court Sample Docket