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
Learn more about the plant lifecycle as we plant our very own seeds in The Children’s Garden! Free with Admission
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...
Who’s it for? Children three to five years old and their favorite grownups. What will you do? Play, read, and discover science with your preschooler! DiscoveryTime is a hands-on program that builds reading skills and introduces children to math and science. What is your child learning? Children learn how to bring out their inner scientist by exploring their world with...
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+)...
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 learn how they deliver precise, effective care in emergency situations. Part of the Flagstaff Festival of Science 🎉 The Flagstaff Festival of...
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. ...
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...