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 us weekly to play, socialize and explore STEM! Enjoy a hands-on experiment or craft, and free play throughout the center. Open to 2-5 year-olds w/ adult Every Friday, 10:00-11:00 Free thanks to generous support from the City of Cottonwood No need to signup, just show up: 301 N. Willard St. Room 2
Did you know that over 50 species of dragonflies and damselflies can be found at the Preserve? Join Ranger Eric for a guided walk along the river and lake trails to explore the fascinating world of dragonflies and damselflies. We’ll also see other aquatic and riparian wildlife along the way! Please bring ample water and...
The STEMusic Concert is a high-energy concert full of songs and lessons all about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Children will have a chance to watch live experiments, practice solving math problems, and learn STEM vocabulary all while being entertained with incredible music. Roy Moye III, also known as “The Singing Engineer”, puts on a...
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...
Did you know that Wickenburg gets one of the highest concentrations of migrating turkey vultures in Arizona? Or that the highway bridge in town has a colony of thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats roosting beneath it? This free, family-friendly, wildlife viewing event is hosted by the Town of Wickenburg, Maricopa County Parks Hassayampa River Preserve,...
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...