Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along...
Join us for a guided walk through the Cactus Garden where you’ll explore the fascinating natural history of the Sonoran Desert! Wheelchair accessible. All Ages
Join us for a casual walk and talk through our ethnobotanical garden to learn some sharp facts about the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest flower,...
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...
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one-hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons,...
Explore the cutting-edge of astronomical innovation on this 90-minute guided tour of the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab at the University of Arizona. Learn how pioneering engineering, optical science, and precision manufacturing...
In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is $5 per person There are no set programs, but volunteers are...
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to...
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of...
Unearth a Story! Dig into Dinosaurs, Archeology, and Paleontology this summer with our weekly Summer Reading Adventure Series. Join us for hands‑on activities inspired by stories, science, and pure creativity....
Learn about Montezuma Castle with a Ranger talk. Meet at the amphitheater seating are, located 100 yards from the visitor center along the loop trail. Ages 6+
Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts...
Learning times tables builds foundational mathematical fluency, enabling faster mental math, improved problem-solving, and increased confidence in advanced topics like fractions, algebra, and division. Come in and practice with manipulatives...
It's America 250 Codes & Ciphers week! We are going to explore the science and history of codes and ciphers in America. Our morning session is 10 - 11 AM...
Discover how to contribute observations of biodiversity in Northern Arizona using iNaturalist. Ages 8-18 Please register all participants.
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to...
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care...
Ignite your kids' curiosity with MesaMoves hands-on Pedestrian Signal Light Kits. Kids learn to build and wire individual pedestrian signal lights while gaining important concepts about circuits and pedestrian safety....
Can you save a secret, vital recipe before Pompeii is lost to time? Ages 6 - 12
Children ages 6-12, uncover history by digging up your own dinosaur skeleton! This program is two parts: Part 1: children will make the dinosaur skeleton out of salt dough and let it dry....
Unearth your curiosity as we dig into the incredible science that’s all around us! Harness the power of pressure and energy with our Toilet Tornado™! Experiment with physical vs. chemical...
Drop by Dewey-Humboldt Town Library (Main Floor) every Wednesday for your favorite STEAM activities! We provide 3-D pens, snap circuits, LEGOs, and more! Ages 5 - 18
Children ages 3+ can join us for Dino Yoga, a fun dinosaur-themed program featuring simple yoga poses, imaginative play, and mindfulness activities. Wednesdays, July 1st and July 8th from 1:15–2:00...
Enjoy this family-friendly talk to learn more about the amazing animals that call Grand Canyon home - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Verkamp's Visitor Center. The...
Discover, dig, and design all summer long with STEAM Genius! This hands-on library program invites kids ages 7–12 to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through fun, engaging activities...
An award-winning series of seven immersive shorts sharing diverse cultural sky stories—from Greek Orion and Navajo Thunderbird to Hawaiian wayfinding and Indian observatories—celebrating how humanity across time finds patterns and...
Take a break from the Arizona heat to learn about solids, liquids and gases while observing some of the coolest liquid nitrogen experiments! Tickets will be distributed in the youth...
Unearth your colorful side with tie dye, sidewalk chalk, and messy art! For youth of all ages. Please bring a piece of clothing or fabric to tie dye. Dye will...
Join us in the MACH1 Makerspace for a watercolor program! We'll draw a leaf design using crayon, and then watercolor over it- the waxy crayon resists the paint to create a...
Kids ages 8-12 take turns playing with our VR headsets!
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geology Talk" ranger program. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and...
Get ready to rock the summer with the ultimate volcano party. Participants will build their own volcano and create a reaction with baking soda and vinegar to watch it erupt....
Discover new tech, tools, and hands-on skills each month in the Maker Lab. Each month in the Maker Lab, you’ll get hands-on with the latest tech and creative tools—from...
Join us for Creative Minds Club – an after-school creativity club where we will be doing something fun and creative every Wednesday. On this Wednesday we will be creating Galaxy...
Come and explore the world of STEM! This month we will be exploring the world of chemistry with dinosaur slime! Materials provided. Registration required. Ages 6 - 12
Unearth the story of how our planet is constantly being reshaped by the movement of its tectonic plates and take a closer look at some fascinating rocks under our microscopes!...
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,...
Get ready for a fun, hands-on science show full of exciting experiments, surprising tricks, and interactive moments! All ages. Seating is limited, so arrive early!
Featuring engaging activities designed to build skills, expand vocabulary, explore science concepts, and more. Ages 5 - 12
Join us every Wednesday for a free form, brick building, engineering extravaganza! Ages 3-12
Join us in MACH2 for WeDo Wednesdays: LEGO Robotics. Ready to build moving robots, learn how motors work, and do basic programming? WeDo Wednesdays is the place for you! For...
Weekly Dino Adventures at the Library Each Wednesday, kids can jump into a new hands‑on, dino‑themed activity inspired by the Summer Reading Program manual. Every week brings a fresh craft,...
Help us fill our seed packets for the seed library, hear from Master Gardeners, ask questions about your home garden, & learn about Earth Heart Park and Community Garden! Learn...
Did you know the Sonoran Desert is a hidden gem for some amazing aquatic insects? Dive into the enchanting world of dragonflies, damselflies, and mayflies that thrive in our beautiful...
Explore Grand Canyon's history and learn how it relates to the National Park Service. Discover why our parks really are “America’s Best Idea.” Program duration: 60 minutes, at Bright Angel...
Want to learn earn to sew or just like sewing? Attend our open sewing sessions to learn or just be around others who enjoy sewing! Projects are prepared for those...
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...
Dr. Logan Pearce explores the impact of light pollution on the Grand Canyon, surrounding communities, and individual homes. In this talk, Dr. Pearce highlights the work of dark skies advocates...