In August, kids can create colorful beaded snakes using pipe cleaners and googly eyes. This playful, hands-on craft encourages pattern-making, fine motor skills, and imaginative design—perfect for young makers who love to build and create. Second Saturdays are designed to be relaxed, welcoming experiences where families can create together, explore...
STEAM Summer | August 2026 Scientific Explorations STEAM Summer in STEAM Lab Every Saturday from 10–3 p.m. This is a month for building, shaping, mixing, and transforming—where children bring their ideas to life through hands-on art and design. Join us Saturdays from 12–3 p.m. for a rotating series of creative...
Dome Talks are back! During this summer series held in our iconic dome, authors, and scientists from across the region share their work, research, and ideas in an informal, engaging setting. Topics span science, history, and the world around us, offering fresh ways to think about big questions, from our...
STEAM Summer | August 2026 Scientific Explorations STEAM Summer in STEAM Lab Every Saturday from 10–3 p.m. This is a month for building, shaping, mixing, and transforming—where children bring their ideas to life through hands-on art and design. Join us Saturdays from 12–3 p.m. for a rotating series of creative...
Cosmic Nights | July 2026 Our story is written in the stars. Join us for Cosmic Nights, an evening of quiet discovery where the night sky becomes a gateway to wonder. As the stars brighten our view, we are gently reminded that we are part of a much larger story—one...
STEAM Summer | July 2026 Scientific Explorations STEAM Summer in the Museum Galleries Every Saturday from 10a.m.–3 p.m. This month is centered on learning through connection—linking objects, stories, and ideas to the world around us. Interactive Cart Talks bring museum collections to life: July 11: Fossil Cart July 18: Biodiversity...
STEAM Summer | July 2026 Scientific Explorations STEAM Summer in the Museum Galleries Every Saturday from 10a.m.–3 p.m. This month is centered on learning through connection—linking objects, stories, and ideas to the world around us. Interactive Cart Talks bring museum collections to life: July 11: Fossil Cart July 18: Biodiversity...
Dome Talks are back! During this summer series held in our iconic dome, authors, and scientists from across the region share their work, research, and ideas in an informal, engaging setting. Topics span science, history, and the world around us, offering fresh ways to think about big questions, from our...
Sensory Hours | July 2026 Salt Painting Activity | Hall of Earth Sciences, Mineral Cart Join our educators in the Hall of Earth Sciences as they facilitate our mineral cart with hands-on sensory exploration inspired by geology and natural materials. Guests can explore texture and color through calming salt painting...
July STEAM Outdoors: Beach Life What can we learn from the shoreline? Join Gloria from Sprout and Blossom in the STEAM Outdoor Classroom for Beach Life, a hands-on exploration designed for children and their families. In this interactive session, young learners will explore how life thrives where land meets water....