It can seem like everything in the desert is out to sting, bite, or poke you. Ranger Jacque will uncover common myths versus the real lives of these animals, from their incredible survival adaptations to the vital roles they play in our ecosystem. You might even be surprised to learn that far more lives have...
Drop-in program for preschoolers building skills for kindergarten! Early literacy, STEM, dramatic play, fine motor skills and more! Ages 1 - 5
Ranger Derik will have a table set up in the hallway between the library and the nature center with pelts, skulls, and bones from species found throughout the Valley of the sun. there will be free pages and junior ranger books for the kids as well. The ranger will also be able to answer questions...
Nature Play & Story Time: Lizards – The Original Sunbathers Families will observe and pretend to be desert lizards, learning how they move, stay cool, and hide in their environment. Through playing games and activities, children build body awareness, practice observation skills, and discover how lizards survive in the desert.
Meet Ranger Jacque and our animal ambassadors at feeding time! Join us for an up-close look at some of the desert’s most fascinating creatures! Watch as our animal ambassadors—namely snakes!—devour their juicy meals. This experience gives visitors the chance to meet our resident reptiles, learn about the unique characteristics of venomous critters, and explore the...
Mysteries of the Unseen World reveals the hidden wonders all around us—too fast, too slow, or too small for the naked eye. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science uncover a mind-blowing world you’ve never seen before. Audience: General, all ages Style: IMAX film adapted for planetarium + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets...
Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations,...
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! Every Tuesday kids and their families can build whatever their imagination desires! Show off your creativity and have fun! We also have DUPLO...