Get your engineers cap ready as the Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders pull into the depot at Red Mountain Library. The model railroad display is moving full steam ahead with showcases of...
Get your engineers cap ready as the Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders pull into the depot at Red Mountain Library. The model railroad display is moving full steam ahead with showcases of...
Get your engineers cap ready as the Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders pull into the depot at Red Mountain Library. The model railroad display is moving full steam ahead with showcases of...
Spend the morning outside to learn all about plants and have the chance to see the Spring Wildflowers of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Olivia. Enjoy a guided wildflower hike along one of our trails to possibly see Spring wildflowers. We will be along the Black Rock Long Loop trail which...
It's the first of Spring! Join Ranger Shaun for a hike to celebrate the Spring Equinox! Spring is nearly here, and the Preserve is glad to let us know! Come wander the pathways with Ranger Shaun and see what we can find as changing temperatures bring out old familiar faces returning from vacations, like our...
Join Ranger Kevin for a scenic hike and learn more about the amazing Sonoran Desert. This introduction to the Sonoran Desert is perfect for residents and visitors alike. Join Ranger Kevin for a 2-mile hike on the Spur Cross and Metate trails. Trails are rated moderate, so expect stretches of loose rock, uneven terrain and...
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. You might even find some dino-themed items to build with for Dinosaur Month!
Step back in time for some dino-sized STEAM fun! In this hands-on activity, young paleontologists will explore the fascinating world of dinosaur facts and measurements, comparing their own height, stride,...
Step into the Jurassic Sandpit and dig into dino-sized adventures all month long! Young paleontologists can uncover hidden “fossils” using brushes, scoops, and magnifying glasses. This hands-on pretend play experience...
Keep your eyes peeled… we’ve had reports of dinosaur sightings all around the Museum! You never know where one might pop up – scaling the Climber, stacking blocks, or showing...
This Women’s History Month, step into the Art Studio and make your own dinosaur fossil! Using rubbing plates and crayons, young artists can channel Mary Anning, the trailblazing fossil hunter...
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....
Ever wondered what adaptations a reptile needs to survive in a dry desert or a rainforest? Take a trip around the world to meet reptiles from various habitats and learn...
Join Ranger Olivia to see and learn about the different types of wildflowers that we might be seeing right now in our parks. This is a casual drop-in program, that gives you an opportunity to come and learn about the different types of wildflowers that are native to Arizona. This table will have a variety of...
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Get your engineers cap ready as the Grand Canyon State Model Railroaders pull into the depot at Red Mountain Library. The model railroad display is moving full steam ahead with showcases of...
Dive into the world of Dr. Seuss with Bartholomew and the Oobleck, then roll up your sleeves and make your own oobleck in this fun, hands-on science activity! This program is...
An engaging and exclusive presentation of the town of Jerome, as told by long-time local, Henry Vincent, in an outdoor setting. Featuring an overview of the geology, United Verde Copper Co. and United Verde Extension mines, and the Douglas family.
Are you mammal obsessed? This is the tour for you! Our Private Mammal Tour is a great option to meet some of our furry friends, watch feeding demonstrations, and learn more about the mammal residents at PHS! Your VIP-Inspired Experience Includes: Capybara interaction for the group. Meet, pet, and feed our adorable capybara "Spud"! Opossum interaction...
Join Ranger Kevin for a midday hike in our beautiful springtime desert. Join Ranger Kevin for a 2.6-mile hike on the Dragonfly trail. Trail is rated easy-moderate, with some loose rock, uneven terrain and elevation change. We will be on the lookout for all kinds of wildlife along the way, especially butterflies, as well as...
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...
Join us as we learn and explore STEAM concepts! This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a Division of the Secretary of State, with...
Play Minecraft at the library! Grades 3 - 5
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...
NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon. Narrated by Mythbuster’s Kari Byron. Audience: 5th grade and up Style: FullDome Film +...
Join us for a special 3D printing program to celebrate Mr. Rogers' Week! Design your own house in the Neighborhood with the powerful 3D art program, TinkerCAD. Watch as your...
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...
Where STEM meets Art! Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Ages: 5-11 All Library Programs are free and open to the public.
Bring seeds, swap seeds, and meet other growers in our community! This all-ages event is free and will have family activities. You do not have to bring seeds to participate. To request a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability, please call 928-213-2348. Three days prior notice is requested.
Join us for a special program where LEGO elements will be used to solve problems through storytelling. The program utilizes LEGO bricks, hardware, and the LEGO Spike app. Supplies limited....
Join Liberty Wildlife and their Animal Ambassadors to learn more about the native wildlife of Arizona. Education Takes Flight, every Friday from October thru April. Location: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch 7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, United States
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...
Calling all Makers! CREATE at Arizona Science Center®’s Bad Art Nights are artfully awesome opportunities to connect with your creative community. Explore art in all forms with a fresh twist, transforming up-cycled artwork into something new in time for the Spring season. Family of Any Size (up to 10 guests per family ticket)
POMPEII: THE EXHIBITION examines the lives of residents of Pompeii before and after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. through artifacts on loan from the Naples National Archeological Museum. Visitors to the exhibition will travel back in time to 79 A.D. when Pompeii bustled as a commercial port and strategic military and trading...
Young Makers is our free form workshop night for passionate kids and their parents. We work with driven young people to empower them to turn their ideas into reality. No...
Come view the stars during the Arizona SciTech Festival! Fun for the whole family, located at the Gilbert Riparian Preserve. East Valley Astronomy Club members staff operations and programming for the Observatory. The observatory houses a 16-inch diameter Meade, modified Richey-Cretien scope, guided by a Paramount ME computer controlled German equatorial mount slaved to The...
Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions and bats. Enjoy a constellation tour featuring a variety of cultures and astronomy facts. Please bring a flashlight and a jacket. Caution: The...
Join TAAA for an evening of stargazing to view amazing solar system and deep sky objects from a truly Dark Sky Park. You will see planets, nebulae, star clusters, double...