Join the staff of the Naval Observatory for a 2 hour guided tour of the Flagstaff Station. Learn the mission of the observatory, our history, our current research, and visit several of our telescopes. Our staff will be there to answer your questions, so come prepared. All visitors must be U. S. citizens, and all...
Join the staff of the Naval Observatory for a 2 hour guided tour of the Flagstaff Station. Learn the mission of the observatory, our history, our current research, and visit several of our telescopes. Our staff will be there to answer your questions, so come prepared. All visitors must be U. S. citizens, and all...
Join The Literacy Center for a fun hands-on activity that combines science and poetry! Participants will plant their own wildflower seed, learn what plants need to grow, and create a short poem about their hopes and dreams. Each participant will take home their planted seed and poem to watch both grow over time. Reservation required....
Take a stroll through Kachina Wetlands and learn how a formerly dry meadow became an important stopover in northern Arizona for migratory birds. Christina Vojta, wildlife ecologist and Audubon Steward for Kachina Wetlands, will identify birds and talk about their ecology. The two-mile walk will end at dusk with a stunning view of the San...
Bats, birds, beetles, bees, butterflies! Meet the big puppets that tell the story of pollination - how animals and insects move pollen between plants so that more plants can grow. There will be a performance from Momentum Aerial Studio puppeteers and a hands-on activity in the Willow Bend Center. Great for younger kids! Ages...
Learn about the geologic story of how North America has evolved and is still very active today leaving us a diverse range of natural wonders to explore highlighting some of the great western parks. Ages 18+ Part of Flagstaff Festival of Science 2026. 10-Day Science Festival Our flagship September event featuring 100+ free science experiences for all...