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 Museum Admission
Stop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert butterflies that can be seen along our park trails and how you can take part in the Maricopa County Parks Butterfly Monitoring initiative. Learn about desert butterflies with Ranger Nikki during this informal drop-in session inside the Nature Center. See preserved specimens...
This program invites 3-5-year-olds and their caregivers to explore the exciting world of STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Dive into the world of STEAM with Mini STEAMers! This program introduces 3-5-year-olds and their caregivers to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics through fun, interactive activities. STEAM education fosters curiosity, problem-solving skills, and creativity...
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 Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under: Free Discounted Rates Seniors (65+) and...
Compare their diverse strategies for movement, defense, and feeding. Discover their unique adaptations to desert life. Presented by Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
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, we will be pointing out interesting facts along the way. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about planets and space exploration Planetarium Tickets...
Discover simple Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) concepts through interactive learning stations. In this session, learn more about the best season, Fall! STEAM Jr. occurs every 1st Thursday and is appropriate for ages 2–5 years.
Get your creativity in gear and build Lego masterpieces with us! Whether it's a cool car, spaceship, or dream home, the sky is the limit in this program designed for...
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 asteroids. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome show followed by an OSIRIS-REx talk Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and...
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 generous support from the Rosenbluth Family Foundation No need to signup, just show up: 301 N. Willard St. Room 202
Join us for open garden hours. Help us tend to the Valencia garden, do something crafty or just sit and read with the plants. All ages welcome. No registration required