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Our year-round schedule of fun and engaging events allows you to dive deeper through hands-on activities, performances, and real-world demonstrations from experts. Even better, public events are FREE with museum admission or membership!
Public events include:
- Themed days
Explore your curiosities during themed event days like Chemistry Day, Engineers Day, Archaeology Day, and more.
- Exhibit Opening Celebrations
Celebrate the opening day of each new exhibit with exclusive programming tied to our always-changing exhibit lineup.
- Free days
Enjoy four free days a year including Martin Luther King Jr. Day in January, Presidents Day in February, Fiesta de la Familia in September, and Christmas Eve in December.
Check out our current calendar of public events.
First Thursday Nights
During the first Thursday of each month, we welcome all visitors to pay $6 for admission to the museum from 4–8 p.m. Details
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Included with Admission
Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate Earth Day with us! Details
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Included with Admission
