Join National Park Service archeologists and wildlife biologists on National Public Lands Day (free entrance) to learn about Walnut Canyon's human and natural history. Learn about prehistoric hunting by visiting a flint knapping demonstration, trying your hand at throwing at an atlatl, and checking out real mammoth dung. Learn about bats, their ecology and behavior...
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
Join skilled storytellers for a cup of coffee and candid conversation that entertains, educates, and encourages a sense of wonder about science and the natural world around us. The monthly speaker series hosts guest lecturers from the Chandler Nature Center, with coffee refreshments provided Speaker: Angela Judd. Topic: Benefits of Seed Saving
Learn more about the plant lifecycle as we plant our very own seeds in The Children’s Garden! Free with Admission
Kaibab National Forest South Zone archaeologist Charlie Webber will lead a hike to a collection of archaeological sites located around Dow Spring that reveal an amazing slice of history. For the 1.25 mile, hour long hike please bring water, appropriate footwear for rocky terrain, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. Reservations are required. ...
Learn about two cameras in orbit around the Moon, observe the natural world and create your own art, and drive a robotic rover at the 2023 Snook's Science in the Park! Have you ever looked through a solar telescope or inspected animal bones to discover zooarcheology? The fun is endless at our popular family science...
Rocketeers will design and build a rocket that will keep their "Eggstronaut" safe as it tries to make its way back home to earth and have a safe landing. We'll use STEM skills to design, create, and test their space craft. We will have a blast! Age at least 8 yrs but less than 13...
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (55+)...
STEAM Time is a pop-up makerspace for kids and teens that provides hands-on opportunities to design, experiment, and invent as they engage in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) through self-guided tinkering. Join us to make, create and play!
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! This show is a journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system. Featuring fun characters and computer animation, it's great for for younger audiences! Recommended for younger audiences. Themes: Planets, planet features Style: Fulldome animated...
Climb aboard a real helicopter and ambulance and meet local first responders at this outdoor event! Interact with emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics, and nurses at Northern Arizona Healthcare to...
Join Ranger Kevin as we explore some things kids can do to help the desert recover and become healthier. Join Ranger Kevin as we talk about why some places in our desert aren’t as healthy as they could be, why they might need our help to recover, and learn about some things that kids can...
Join Ranger Steve in the lobby of the Lake Pleasant Discovery Center for an interactive display of various rocks, gems, and minerals native to our Sonoran Desert. Get hands on and hold items like basalt, quartz, obsidian, and malpais! Learn how volcanism, plate tectonics, and erosion shaped our landscape. MEETING LOCATION: Discovery Center No registration...
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...
What would happen if we cloned an extinct species back to life? What effect would this have on society and the environment? Choose an extinct organism and write a poem or short story (three pages or less in length) exploring this issue and bring it to the library to share with other writers! ...
Join us for an interactive opportunity to dive into the exciting world of robotics! Learn from experts and enthusiasts, and get hands-on experience interacting with and controlling flying robots, driving...
Learn about Tynkertopia, Flagstaff's award-winning STEAM Community Center, that's open to kids, parents, teachers, artists, crafters, inventors, makers, and "tynkerers." Learn how we invite curiosity, inspire wonder, encourage playfulness, and celebrate unique solutions. Learn about our classes, clubs, birthday parties, field trips, drop-in options, and enhanced offerings at our East Flagstaff facility. ...
Occulus for all, 1 hr limit.
Ready for fun? Join us every week for a different family activity, such as STEM, art, games, or brick-building. ¿Listo para la diversión? Familias, únanse a nosotros cada semana para una actividad diferente, como STEM, arte, juegos, o construcción de ladrillos de colores.
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...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in Tucson's night sky. This live astronomy talk is constantly changing! Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology Style: Live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $12 Children (ages 3-15): $8 Children ages...
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours prior to sunset and accommodates up to...
Join us and enjoy the dark skies of Northern Arizona with telescope viewing, presentations, and a variety activities for all ages, hosted by the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition. Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22-...
Explore the features of the moon during its first quarter at this dark sky event! Free with Park Fee
Explore the wonders of the night sky from NAU's Campus Observatory. Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of Science is pleased to present “The Mammoth World of Science” September 22- October 1, 2023! The Festival features 10-days of engaging events and programs, all free, for the community...
Four on-demand Science Bedtime Stories are available on the Festival's website and app starting on Thursday, September 21st. Local authors read their illustrated children's books that will delight the budding scientists in your life. This year's pre-recorded stories include authors Nancy Marshall, Don Lago, Monica Brown and Rodo Safranac. Science Bedtime Stories are sponsored by...