We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to water the garden, and enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs, and more! Free with Admission
After your morning hikes cool off in the nature center at a discovery station and talk to Ranger Derik about the diverse plants and animals that call the desert home. ...
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
Stop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert mammals such as coyotes, foxes and bobcats. Learn about desert mammals with Ranger Nikki during this informal...
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals,...
Join a one-of-a-kind history walk downtown. Led by photographer and author John Vankat the tour will visit key locations highlighted in his eye-catching repeat photography book: “The San Francisco Peaks...
Performances at 10:30am and 11:30am “The Great Flossini” is an interactive magic character designed to educate and entertain his young audience about the importance of oral hygiene. The Totally Tooth-Ular...
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a guided tour through the Solar System! Let's stop by each of the planets and learn why they are unique. On our journey,...
Join us for MACH1’s Open Hours to explore the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)! Explore our extensive collection of STEM games, robotics toys, circuitry kits, craft...
Explore a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities and projects. Activities are open play, but staff will be on hand for guidance. Please be aware that...
Narrated by George Takei, Incoming! explores asteroids, comets, and meteors. Viewers will embark on a dynamic journey and get an up close look at the advanced technologies that allow scientists to detect...
Join us this week to learn the basics of 3D modeling using Tinkercad, an online 3D modeling site, to create a 3D Butterfly! Once you are done with your design, learn...
STEAM is science, technology, engineering, art, and math all wrapped into one. STEAM combines subjects that are known to increase critical thinking and problem-solving skills through fun and unique hands-on...
Are you ready to build your dream home? Or a spaceship to blast off into the galaxy? Look no further because we have a pile of LEGOs just waiting to...
Families are welcome every Thursday to design, create, and collaborate! Try out sewing, animating, programming, inventing, and more! Join us to CrEaTE! Every Thursday. Every Thursday, 4:30-6:00 Free thanks to...
Discovery Nights are part of CMT’s collaborative Aprendemos bilingual program. Discovery Nights provide flexibility for working families and offer inclusive hands-on exploration in arts and science activities. Discovery Nights programming...
Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see and learn about the stunning saguaros during sunset. Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sun set while also learning...
Join Ranger Eric on a hike to look for nocturnal wildlife, including scorpions! Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert! Wildlife...
Search for scorpions with Ranger Jacque out on the trails on this family-friendly and fun nighttime safari! Don’t forget to bring a blacklight! Summer is here and so are our...