Please note that for all Wednesday Sweetwater walks in August, we will be leading two walks of 15 participants each, both starting at 6:00 AM. Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 2.5 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available...
Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way we will discuss how to identify...
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio all month using recyclables plus a dash of imagination. Free with Admission
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...
Join Ranger Olivia on World Lizard Day to learn more about the lizards and reptiles that live in the desert. What better day to learn more about lizards than on world lizard day? Come over to our Nature Center to learn more about the lizards and reptiles that live in the Sonoran Desert, whether you...
Learn about what different circuits do using the Littlebits kits! For children ages 6-12 years. Space is limited.
Are you curious about 3D printing but don't know where to start? Join us at MACH2 for our introductory class on the fundamentals of 3D printing technology. Learn the basics of Tinkercad, a user-friendly design software. Over the course of this program, you'll go from concept to creation, designing your very own 3D model and gain...
Ages 5 - 12 Explore your SMART side with a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) activities from painting and crafting to building and robotics.
Learn about poisonous, prickly plants of Southern Arizona, then make a watercolor painting of your favorite noxious plant! This program is geared towards older elementary students and younger middle school students. Space is limited by materials. Please register online in advance.
Discover the secrets of our star and experience never-before-seen images of the Sun’s violent surface. This visually striking planetarium show is about the most important star in our lives. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome show followed by a live sun talk Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and under: Free...
Do you love arts & crafts, games, and STEAM-centered fun? Join us each week for Create Club and enjoy hands-on activities that will ignite your imagination! Ideal for school-aged children but remember to bring a grown-up if you’re under 8! All supplies provided. Some activities might get a little messy.
August 14– Wind Chimes Ages 6 - 17
Come and join us for a wonderful hour of relaxing free build. Let your imaginations soar! Legos are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with Legos of all sizes....
Join us for MACH1’s Open Hours to explore the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)! Explore our extensive collection of STEM games, robotics toys, circuitry kits, craft supplies and more. Engage in coding, digital art, 3D modeling, and more using our available computers, or showcase your crafting kills with access to sewing...
Already attended one of our 3D Modeling classes or learned the basics on your own but still want to learn more? Join MACH1 for Intermediate 3D Modeling to learn intermediate 3D modeling skills using Tinkercad. We'll feature an intermediate 3D modeling project, but attendees are welcome to work on projects of their own. 3D Modeling is also used for...
Join us at Microscope Sketch to merge science and art! Explore a larger-than-life look at biological slide specimens magnified under the lens of microscopes and practice your sketching with colored pencils.This is a walk-in program for children and teens ages 8-17 and their families.
Join us every Wednesday for a free form, brick building, engineering extravaganza! Ages 3-12
Block Party is going to look a little different! Join us for some new challenges, new materials, but the same fun! Ages 5 - 12
The Expedition Reef show reveals, in exquisite detail, the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs around the world—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Learn the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea.” Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk about reefs Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10...