This is a casual drop-in program that gives you an opportunity to come and meet some of the animals at McDowell such as, snakes, scorpions, a tarantula and even a Gila monster! At this program you will get to ask questions, learn new things, and possibly even touch a snake. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center No registration required. All...
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...
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,...
Who’s it for? Children three to five years old and their favorite grownups What will you do? You and your child will get a head start on kindergarten! Share books and activities...
Come build, stack, and knock things down! Our littlest library friends can explore the library’s big block collection through open, unstructured play - no instructions, just imagination. This program is for youth ages 5 and under.
Join Ranger Kevin for a story and an introduction to some of the desert’s most amazing animals. Looking for something to do with the kids this weekend? Want to come out to the park, but don’t want to melt or spontaneously combust on a hike? Join Ranger Kevin for this indoor, kids-of-all-ages program! We have a great story lined up,...
Journey into the mysterious world of black holes in this visually stunning, immersive show. Featuring cosmic simulations and narrated by Liam Neeson, explore star birth and death, colliding galaxies, and...
Get ready to roll into a STEAM-tastic escapade where you'll whip up a maze and send marbles zooming through paint puddles, crafting a wild and wacky masterpiece! Ages 0-12. Supplies and seats are limited – first come, first served!
We are all Scientists! CMT’s educators lead hands-on experiments designed to inspire a love of science every weekend at Brain Boost. A STEM program designed for whole-family engagement, kids explore science concepts in an interactive setting based on the concept that science is fun, interesting and everywhere! Every Saturday and Sunday at Noon; Saturday Brain...
Would you like to meet a few of the critters that call our desert home, and learn a little more about them? Drop in on this Discovery Station with Ranger Kevin. There will be objects to explore, bones and other biofacts to examine, and even a few of our animal ambassadors that you can observe up close. We’re always happy to...
Families are encouraged to participate in making and creating at Mesquite. Guided activities will include science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics concepts. Join the family STEAM event every second Saturday...
Deep beneath the earth's crust, hundreds of kilometres below the surface, with no light, no air, and very little water, in pores and fissures of hard rock, scientists have found an enormous biodiversity of micro-organisms that thrive in extreme conditions. The Dark Biosphere challenges everything we thought we knew and challenges us to rethink not...
What are we made of? Where did it all come from? The film explores the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and connects life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. NSC Creative applies its trademark approach of making complex scientific concepts accessible to all ages by using immersive and engaging visualizations. We...
Do you love crafts, games, legos and experiments? Join us each week hands-on STEAM activities that will ignite your imagination and creativity! This is an intergenerational program, so the whole family is welcome! All supplies will be provided and some activities might get a little messy! Ages 0 - 13
Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way on this cosmic adventure. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...
Get ready for wild summer evenings you won’t want to miss! Join us for Summer Safari Nights, presented by TMC Health, and experience the Zoo like never before—after the sun goes down and the desert cools off. Wander the paths in the evening breeze while discovering something new around every corner. Each week is packed with adventure:...
New this summer! Twelve light installations now on view at Garden After Dark throughout the Garden trails. This brand-new shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. All Ages
We’re setting up our version of the silver screen near the back patio of the Nature Center tonight. Once it’s dark, we’ll turn on the spotlight and enjoy the show that unfolds, as all manner of arthropods are drawn to the light. We’ll even have a few “creepy-crawlies” on hand to look at. Plus, conditions permitting, we’ll take a short night hike out on our...
With a white sheet and some bright lights we’ll try to draw in bugs from the night sky! Join us once more for this year’s opening event of Bug Theater! Bring a flashlight, magnifying glass, or UV light and join Ranger Shaun as we gather round the curtains to see what sorts of insects, arachnids, and occasionally even other things show...