Upcoming Events

WIND POWER DAY; HANDS-ON STEM WITH SMUD   Join us on December 11th from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for Wind Power Day, Hands-on STEM in partnership with SMUD. Families and students will be invited to participate in hands-on STEM activities and crafts that explore the science behind wind energy technology from wind turbines to energy kites. Students will have the opportunity to explore the Museum’s Makani Wind Energy Kite exhibit as well as participate in fun and engaging STEM-based…

TINKERING WITH TOYS   Join Amelia Bearhart and friends for fun toy-themed STEM activities and crafts this Winter Break. Learn the history and science behind some of our favorite old-fashioned toys you can play with, and then craft and take home toys you will love! Make and take home Marshmallow Launching Catapults, Straw Rockets, Paper Airplane Launchers, and more!      $15 General Admission (Ages 18+) $10 Student (Ages 4-17) / Senior (Ages 65+) / Veteran / Teacher (with ID)…

GINGERBREAD MARS ROVERS   Join Amelia Bearhart and friends for a sweet STEM activity this Winter Break. Make and take home your very own edible Mars Rover out of gingerbread. Learn about the Mars Perseverance Rover and how NASA scientists are using it to study the Red Planet. Design and build your own rover using a supply of holiday-themed sweets and treats.     $15 General Admission (Ages 18+) $10 Student (Ages 4-17) / Senior (Ages 65+) / Veteran /…