Northern Arizona is home to the world’s largest continuous stand of ponderosa pine forest, and the import and impact of its valuable timber is deeply woven into the region’s history. Visitors can trace the story of the region’s forests, from the ancestral environmental care practices of the region’s Indigenous communities to the founding of the...
From birds to butterflies, a look at the winged things of the skies Eco-Stations at the Overlook These touch carts, staffed by Docents, feature hands-on Sonoran Desert learning opportunities for visitors of all ages. Stocked with everything from binoculars and hand lenses to mounted specimens and scientific models, and supplemented with an amazing array...
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, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
After school activities with a STEAM theme. Experience the possibility for something new; arts and science, math and tech. Just drop-in for a while and see what is in store. Ages 8 to 13.
Learn about the science of stress and simple ways to reduce it for a calmer you! Ages 8 - 12 Part of the Arizona SciTech Festival Season is here! We hope to see you in many of the Festival's events all over Arizona. Check out the calendar!
Builders wanted! Bring your imagination and build a machine with LEGOs and Strawbees as you combine the materials and support the Chandler Innovation Fair. Participants ages 6-12 will be able to complete the challenges provided or free build. Bricks & Minifigs Chandler will join us for some fun challenges and other surprises! This will be a...
Join us for this extra special STEM event at 4:30pm presented by Mad Science. Recreate the process of rock formation and devise ways to identify and classify rocks and minerals. experience the thrill of panning for gems, and take home the gems you find for further study and investigation. This event is open to 30...