Discover how electrical circuits work while making music in the most unexpected way- with bananas! Part of the Verde Valley SciTech Festival, a month-long celebration of science, technology,...
Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
Spiders, scorpions, bees, and wasps are just the beginning–there are more species of Arthropods in the world than any other group of animals. Join us on an easy 2 hour walk to discover the fascinating and diverse world of Arthropods and their role in the ecology of the Sonoran Desert. Bathrooms and water are available...
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Put your creativity to the test in the Art Studio as you design your very own Toothsaver Necklace—perfect for keeping that special tooth safe for the Tooth Fairy! Using simple origami, kids will explore patterns, practice their fine motor skills, and enjoy a playful blend of art and STEAM creativity—one smile at a time!
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative sculptures made entirely of LEGO® bricks at this exhibition, included with Zoo admission and free for Zoo members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily....
Join us for our free docent-led tour in the lobby of the Bryant Bannister Tree-Ring Building (1215 E. Lowell St.). Visitors will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology and have a chance to examine specimens. During your 1.5 hour tour, you will be introduced to the basic tenets of dendrochronology, have a chance to...
Before the Preserve was a reality, part of this land was a ranch, the historic Brown’s Ranch. Join us to explore this historical place, full of memories of a different...
Join Edible Ed in the KIDchen as we celebrate National Pizza Day this week! We’ll use healthy and yummy ingredients to make and bake our very own zucchini pizza bites! Zucchini is a great source of fiber and calcium, which is fantastic for those healthy smiles. Admission into this program is free with paid Museum...
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 /...
In this class students will explore the world of engineering through hands-on projects using a different Kiwi Kit each week. They will build exciting, hands-on projects that introduce them to science, engineering, and art concepts in a fun and creative way, while expanding problem-solving, teamwork, and creative thinking skills. Intended Audience: 2nd – 5th grade...
Come join us for our Verde Valley SciTech Festival programming: Marble Maze- design and build a marble maze while learning about gravity, motion and engineering. Ages 6 - 12 ...
Join us as we learn a new aspect of robotics each month. Each month will focus on a different area including computer-aided design, programming, building, electronics, using hand tools, and...
Calling all young chess enthusiasts! Dive into the world of strategy and skill at weekly chess meetups, where every move matters. Whether just starting out or already a seasoned player, there’s a place at the board for everyone. A great opportunity to sharpen minds, build confidence, and have fun! Ages 6 - 11 Part...
Join MACH1 in the Children's Department for Digital Art Lab. We will use Procreate, an app on the iPad, and a Bluetooth pencil to create a fun digital art project....
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours before sunset and accommodates up to 28...
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
Join us for an hour of brick-building fun at our LEGO Club for kids ages 7-12! We provide the LEGOs, you provide the problem-solving skills and imagination it takes to solve our fun challenges using only LEGO bricks! Engage in unique creative challenges using our vast LEGO collection and let’s build something amazing together!
Get ready for an evening of curiosity, creativity, and hands-on fun at Sonoran Sky Elementary School! Our upcoming STEM Night will transform the school into a hub of exploration, with engaging activities hosted by local STEM organizations and community partners. Students and families will have the chance to tinker, build, experiment, and discover together—whether that’s engineering challenges,...