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 feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...
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 care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...
Get ready for sticky, silly fun in the KIDchen! Kids will whip up a quick serving of ooey-gooey edible slime using marshmallow fluff and powdered sugar, then stretch, squish, and taste their sweet creation. Along the way, they’ll explore the science of states of matter—seeing firsthand how mixing and manipulating ingredients changes their texture. This...
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 team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...
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 come together to create the world’s largest and most advanced telescope mirrors—each 8.4 meters (27 feet) in diameter. Located beneath the U of A’s football...
Put popular myths to the test using hands on experiments and real science. Participants will explore topics like gravity, force, reaction time, chemistry, and psychology while learning how to form hypotheses, conduct experiments, collect data, and draw conclusions using the scientific method. Each week tackles a fun and surprising myth, helping students think critically, analyze...
Projects are designed for ages 6 - 12 Explore! Create! Have fun! Each week brings a new S.T.E.A.M. project to make and explore. Hands-on projects provide a fun way to practice following directions, basic science, and learn technology, engineering, art, and math concepts. Build confidence while making mistakes, work on problem solving and improve fine...
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 more! Every sessions offers a new way to think about robotics and builds a new robotics-related skill! Best for ages 10-16.
Join us in the MACH1 Makerspace and learn how to use 3D Doodle pens to draw in three dimensions. Participants will practice basic techniques and then create a fun, colorful mini sculpture to take home. All materials will be provided. This program is designed for children 8-17, family members are welcome. Space is limited -...
This program combines Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to boost critical thinking and problem-solving skills with engaging hands-on activities. Each session offers interactive challenges to encourage creative thinking. Ages 8-12
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
Calling all cubers and puzzlers. Are you ready for the challenge of the Rubik's cube? Whether you are just beginning to try it, you want help, or want to step up your game in speed or complexity--this is the place for you. Come hang out, learn, and share your experiences with the cube. Ages 10...
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...