Did you know that people have been using plants to make color for more than 400,000 years? We’re trying it for ourselves today and making our own lake pigments. Learn the science and history behind paint and color.

Join us for an hour of animal fun! Each week we’ll learn about a different animal using games, art, animal artifacts (both real and replica), and more! Learn about the wonderful world of arthropods! We're discovering which ones are arachnids and designing some bugs of our own.   This workshop is for children accompanied by …

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Dear guest, You are coordially invited to an exploratory tasting on Saturday, the 24th of May. Join us as we sample teas from across the glove and learn what it …

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In honor of Sally Ride's birthday on the 26th, we're embarking on a "choose your own adventure" challenge featuring the First Ladies of Outer Space - what would Sally Ride, Mae Jemison, Ellen Ochoa, or Kalpana Chawla do? As you adventure through space, make choices that would change the outcome of your story and see …

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Join us for an hour of animal fun! Each week we’ll learn about a different animal using games, art, animal artifacts (both real and replica), and more! Join us for …

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Discover the world below the water's surface! In this adventure, we're looking at tiny pond creatures up close and learning about the important roles they play in the ecosystem. Plus, build your own mini pond to take home!   This workshop is for children accompanied by an adult. Adults are expected to stay for the …

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Get those lab coats ready! We’re learning through fun, with each class focusing on a different realm of the science world or famous figures in scientific history. Join us for games, art, …

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Join us for an hour of animal fun! Each week we’ll learn about a different animal using games, art, animal artifacts (both real and replica), and more!   It's piping …

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