Kids ages 6-11 are welcome to drop-in to our makerspace where they will explore hands-on creative ways to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM). No ticket or registration required.
Please note that for all Wednesday Sweetwater walks in September, we will be leading two walks of 12 participants each, both starting at 6:00 AM. Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 2.5 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available...
oin Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about the fascinating plant life in our Sonoran Desert. Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate terrain 3-mile...
Explore the ponds, mesquite bosque, and surrounding desert of Agua Caliente Park in search of its rich bird life. We expect to see woodpeckers, flycatchers, warblers, vireos, and more.
Get your heart pumping on a brisk morning hike through the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Derik to learn about the plants and animals that live there. We will hike 3.5-mile Baseline Trail and learn about the native plant and animal species found in the Sonoran Desert while keeping our heart rate up. We will be...
Spending time in nature can have healing and restorative power, relaxing both the mind and body. Slowing down to consciously engage our senses while out walking not only calms and grounds us, but also deepens our connection to the natural world. Join a Pima County naturalist for a peaceful morning stroll through the park with...
Uncover, discover and explore the wonderful world of nature around you! Building Blocks weekly curriculum covers nature themes throughout the session and prepares each child to be a successful learner....
It’s SepSTEAMber! Visit Blockmainia on the 1st floor and check out “In the Pipeline”. Children will construct cubes, ladders, chairs, tunnels, mazes, forts—and whatever else they wish—with PVC pipes and connectors. This month’s interactive and educational programs are generously supported by our friends at APS! Free with Museum Admission
Learn about ways to identify birds that you see in your backyard and along hiking trails with a drop-in information table hosted by Ranger Nikki. Ranger Nikki will be on...
Who’s it for? Children three to five years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? You and your child will get a head start on kindergarten! Share books and activities that build kindergarten skills in class and are easily practiced at home. What will we learn? Learn kindergarten basics like letters, numbers, shapes, and colors....
Children will have as a blast as they design and create structures using spaghetti and marshmallows! Admission into this program is free with paid Museum admission. SepSTEAMber programs are supported...
Uncover, discover and explore the wonderful world of nature around you! Building Blocks weekly curriculum covers nature themes throughout the session and prepares each child to be a successful learner. Children must be 4 years of age by the first day of class and must be potty-trained (no diapers or pull-ups allowed). Please contact the...
Real samples of cacti, as well as beautiful photos of fruits and flowers, will be on display for several hours in the Nature Center discovery station. Ranger Derik will be present to answer any of your Sonoran Desert questions. Coloring pages will also be available for kids to take home. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center No...
Would you like to play with simple circuits and make rovers roam around? Now’s your chance to have some easy fun creating your own circuit and making a rover perform using remote control. No science background needed! ***Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of the program to pick...
Occulus for all, 1 hr limit.
Dive into an immersive experience where budding scientists and engineers aged 6-12 will craft their very own robotic hands using nothing but paper and everyday items. Get ready to unravel...
Satisfiy your curious mind with some crazy experiments that might just leave you scratching your head and asking yourself "how in the world?" The answer, as always, SCIENCE!!! 5-7 year olds; parent/guardian recommended but not required Space is limited, registration is required! Please register only the child(ren) attending the program. Check in with staff outside...
Each week join us after school for crafts, games, activities and more! Do you love LEGOs? This challenge is for you! Let's see who can complete the LEGO challenge of the month.
Happy Bookish Birthday to Rosie Revere, Engineer by Andrea Beaty! This book was originally published on September 3rd, 2013. Join us for a storytime followed by a STEAM craft inspired by this inventive and iconic book. Registration Required per person.
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+) and...
Learn together while having fun! Playing with LEGOs builds skills like creativity, problem solving, and team work. We will have monthly challenges that will test your building skills. Held the first Wednesday of each month.
Together we'll be going where no one has gone before in experimenting with everyday items and seeing what dangerous and crazy stuff we can make happen but as they always say, "the only difference between messing around and science is writing it down" - Adam Savage Instructor: Brian Calaway 602-488-0879 Age at least 8 yrs...