Join us on a half mile 90-minute walk on the Jane Rau trail where we will talk about the people and events that shaped the history of the Brown’s Ranch area. We will discuss the Indigenous people who lived here, the role of the military in the region, the ranching history of the region and...
Join a naturalist-guided walk along Big Wash in Oro Valley, on an easy- to moderate-level trail. In addition to great views of the Santa Catalina Mountains, this area is designated an important wildlife corridor, so we’ll keep an eye out for native birds such as Gila woodpeckers and cactus wrens, and other desert wildlife. Trekking...
Join us for a walk through the Rio Salado habitat. Together, we’ll explore the trails, enjoy the sights and sounds of nature, and observe the wildlife that calls this area...
Make a 3-dimensional spooky tree to celebrate this fall season. Ages 5 - 12
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...
Join us for a month-long learning adventure with CAMP INNOVATION: Homeschool Unit Study - Teen Dissections, specially designed for homeschool students in grades 7-12! Taking place every Thursday in October at Arizona Science Center, this hands-on program provides students in grades 7-12 with interactive, grade-level appropriate science experiences focused on how to properly dissect different...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
Drop in, pick a miniature - dinosaurs, cute animals, or sci‑fi figures - and paint with all Wilhoit Public Library ‑ provided supplies. The staff will offer quick tips while the library’s 3D printer runs a live demo. Before you leave, request a custom miniature and we’ll print it during the week for pickup on...
One small step was just the beginning. Now, we take one step beyond, driven by curiosity, bound for Mars, and ready to write the boldest chapter in human exploration. Experience the...
Tweens, explore, experiment, and discover something new at STEAM Studio. This month we will be exploring luminescence and making our own glow-in-the-dark monster rocks to take home. Ages 7-12. Registration...
Messengers of Time and Space takes you on a thrilling journey through the dynamic universe. Discover how cutting-edge observatories like Gemini and Rubin capture real-time cosmic events—from exploding stars to mysterious cosmic rays—with stunning visuals and stories. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film + live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show...
Join us on a journey through the solar system as we visit each of the planets! Travel from scorching-hot Mercury to icy Neptune and Pluto during this live presentation. Along the way, you’ll learn cool facts, see stunning visuals, and discover what makes each planet unique. This live presentation is a great way to spark curiosity and...
Drop in and see our Bambu 3D printer in action and paint your own 3D print! Supplies provided; no experience necessary. Ages 9 - 13
Youth ages 11 - 18: Join us on the second and fourth Thursdays each month for fun STEAM activities and games! You are also welcome to bring your own projects...
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. Free coloring sheets, puzzle sheets and bookmarks. LEGO Clubs helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social skills, and problem-solving skills. Snack packs are provided! Ages 3 - 18
Drop in and build your imagination brick by brick! Explore creative designs and challenges in our cozy LEGO Lounge. For ages 6 - 13
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, and current celestial events. Then, take a cosmic leap beyond our solar system to explore the universe’s distant wonders. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live...
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...
Come explore hands on S.T.E.A.M. activities at the Asante Library where we’ll investigate all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. Ages 10 - 18
Join us for an exciting, interactive Nutrition Education Program led by passionate University of Arizona students from the School of Nutritional Sciences and Wellness. Every other Thursday: September 24, October 22, November 5, and November 19. Time: 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM Who: Mostly appropriate for ages 6–13, but all kids are welcome! Over 4...
Discover the wonders of the natural world through hands-on STEAM exploration at Curious by Nature! For children ages 6 to 12 and their caregivers, Curious by Nature helps young explorers ask questions, solve problems, make observations, and learn about the world around us. Join us as we discover, investigate, and have fun together. Drop-in and join us, space...
What does Route 66 have to do with astronomy? Find out in this talk. Celebrate 100 years of Route 66! Begin with an exclusive talk exploring how the Mother Road paved a path of astronomical discovery, then step inside a rarely seen private collections exhibit. See our restored 1911 Stevens-Duryea “Big Red” and discover how...
Come and learn the basics of sewing by hand! We will be practicing basic stitches as we make a small pouch. Registration is required for each person making the craft. The craft is intended for ages 8-12.
Join us in MACH1 this week to create your own cartoon monster using Procreate on the iPad. Learn how to use the pen tools, color wheel, and a step by step guide to create your own monster masterpiece. This program is designed for kids 10 and up, Space is limited - first come, first served.
Create art that is out of this world. Inspired by Arizona’s desert skies, you will explore various drawing and painting techniques to create stars, moons and atmospheric landscapes with depth...
Capture the beauty of the sky with clay. Participants will explore a variety of hand building and wheel throwing techniques while creating pieces inspired by stars, constellations and desert evenings...
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
Join the Mayer Area Quail Run 4-H Club for their Horseless Horse project! Contact Elaine for more information. Ages 5 - 18
Join Ranger Jacque for a special evening hike to explore the edible plants of the Sonoran Desert. We will walk along the Wagner Trail, identifying native plants that have served as vital food and medicinal sources for generations of inhabitants. This 2.2-mile loop is rated easy, featuring gravelly terrain and 124 ft elevation change. Please...
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! **Please...
Update: Due to the Velma Teague Library closure, this event will be held in the Civic Center Annex at 5752 W. Glenn Dr. You can find free parking in the downtown parking garage at 5835 W. Palmaire Ave. We apologize for the inconvenience. For ages 7-11. Build, create, and connect! Use our LEGO bricks to...
Take an evening tour of our cosmic neighborhood! This engaging presentation travels from our own Sun all the way out to the mysterious Oort Cloud, exploring every major object along...
Enjoy A Bewitching Evening! Dig up your zombies and grab your ghouls! Show off your boo-tiful costumes at Reid Park Zoo for a delightful, not too frightful, family friendly evening at Boo at the Zoo, presented by One AZ Credit Union. You’ll have an enchanting time with the whole family at this Tucson Halloween tradition. Proceeds...
Join us for a fun night of Stargazing! The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will be sharing their telescopes with us as they lead us on an investigation of the night...
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...
Spiders, scorpions, and snakes OH MY! It’s spooky season in the Sonoran Desert and Ranger Shaun is here to celebrate! Come along on this Halloween themed hike to look for creepy crawlies in the desert with flashlights and blacklights and learn about how the spooky things in the desert get by! Where do they live,...