Eugene Science Center

Science After School
2019-09-20 13:00 - 18:00, 2019-09-13 13:00 - 18:00, 2019-09-06 13:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Eugene Science Center, 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR, 97401, United States
Science After School is a new program developed by Eugene Science Center in response to Friday early release days in local schools. The program is an opportunity for Kindergarten through 3rd grade students (and the home school equivalent) to explore science in a fun, hands-on setting.
Science After School is led by experienced STEM educators and incorporates both structured and open-ended inquiry based learning opportunities. Advance registration is required.
Time: Fridays, 1:00 to 6:00 pm
Learn more at https://eugenesciencecenter.org/events/science-after-school/

Early STEM Storytime
2019-09-20 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-09-13 11:00 - 11:30
Jump start your preschooler into S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education with the Eugene Science Center’s new storytime. Join our engaging educators as we read a story and lead a hands-on activity designed for early learners. Each storytime is a unique expansion of the Tot Discovery Day theme from the first Friday of the month. Early S.T.E.M. Storytime is included with Exhibit Hall admission.

Tot Discovery Day: Sesame Street Science
2019-09-06 09:00 - 12:00
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Sesame Street with experiments and tot friendly activities inspired by the popular television show. You and your tot will discover properties of matter, measurements, engineering and more in the world of Big Bird, Beaker and the rest of gang. Join us for this spectacular Tot Day at the Eugene Science Center*.
And don’t miss our Tot Day planetarium show! We are happy to announce that we are now offering an EXTRA planetarium showtime! Shows are available at 10am, 10:30am and 11am. Tickets are included with Tot Day admission. Seating is limited.
More about Tot Discovery Days: Each month we set up activities and interactive learning stations designed to create an experience that will ignite your child’s curiosity and interest in science. Tot Discovery Days are casual, drop-in programs when our youngest visitors can enjoy Eugene Science Center activities “big-kid-free.”

*This event is not organized by Sesame Street® and no character appearances will occur. Science activities inspired by the television show will be provided by Eugene Science Center.

Early STEM Storytime
2019-08-30 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-08-23 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-08-16 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-08-09 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-08-02 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-07-26 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-07-19 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-07-12 11:00 - 11:30 and 1 more date
EARLY S.T.E.M. STORYTIME
EVERY FRIDAY IN JULY AND AUGUST
11 – 11:30 AM | AGES 0-5

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING 10:30 PRE-K PLANETARIUM SHOWS
Jump start your preschooler into S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education with the Eugene Science Center’s new storytime. Join our engaging educators as we read a story and lead a hands-on activity designed for early learners. Each storytime is a unique expansion of the Tot Discovery Day theme from the first Friday of the month. Early S.T.E.M. Storytime is included with Exhibit Hall admission.

Summer Science Adventures Week 10
2019-08-26 09:00 - 2019-08-30 16:00
Fur, Feathers, Tails & Scales: Rising 1st – 3rd Grade
Mini Vet School: Rising 4th – 6th Grade
Click here for details.

Summer Science Adventures Week 9
2019-08-19 09:00 - 2019-08-23 16:00
Space Vacation!: Rising 1st – 3rd Grade
Race to Outer Space: Rising 4th – 6th Grade
Click here for details.

Summer Science Adventures Week 8
2019-08-12 09:00 - 2019-08-16 16:00
Young Naturalists: Rising 1st – 3rd Grade
Citizen Scientists: Rising 4th – 6th Grade
Click here for details.

Summer Science Adventures Week 7
2019-08-05 09:00 - 2019-08-09 16:00
Earth Explorers: Rising 1st – 3rd Grade
Oregon Rocks!: Rising 4th – 6th Grade
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Sensory Sensitive Evening
2019-08-03 17:30 - 19:30
Saturday, August 3rd | 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Need a quieter, less sensory-stimulating environment? Attend our Sensory Sensitive Evenings at the Eugene Science Center.
Eugene Science Center is proud to offer Sensory Sensitive Evenings. We believe everyone, no matter their age or disability, should enjoy the exciting world of science and technology. For neuro-diverse children and adults who prefer a quiet, less sensory-stimulating environment, we welcome you!
Come enjoy an evening where we create a more sensory friendly space and provide resources like sensory sensitive planetarium shows, sensory activities, service animals and more.
FREE EVENT.
Space is limited, advance registration required. Reserve your space here.
For more information, please visit: https://eugenesciencecenter.org/sensoryhours/

Summer Science Adventures Week 6
2019-07-29 09:00 - 2019-08-02 16:00
Creative Chemistry: Rising 1st – 3rd Grade
Chem-Mystery: Rising 4th – 6th Grade
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Summer Science Adventures Week 5
2019-07-22 09:00 - 2019-07-26 16:00
Fur, Feathers, Tails & Scales: Rising 1st – 3rd Grade
Mini Vet School: Rising 4th – 6th Grade
Coding Cozmos: Rising 7th & 8th Grade
Click here for details.

Eugene Apollopalooza
2019-07-16 18:00 - 2019-07-20 17:00
Get ready to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing, all week long!

More details are coming, but you don’t want to miss these upcoming events!
Tuesday, July 16th • 6:00-9:30pm
Lunar Launch Adult Night
Experience a live- interactive planetarium show moon hopping around the solar system. Observe the moon through telescopes. Interact with our newest exhibit created with NASA, make a moon -inspired painting, and more!
Food, Beer and Wine tickets are included.
$20 each • $15 for ESC members or Designated Drivers
Limited tickets available – purchase online here or call 541-682-7888.
Wednesday, July 17th • Movie Night Under the Stars
Watch the Apollo 11 Documentary in our planetarium underneath a 1969 summer sky. Never-before-seen footage and audio recordings take you straight into the heart of NASA’s most celebrated mission.
$5 ea Showtimes: 5:00pm & 7:00pm
Limited pre-sale tickets available online

Thursday, July 18th • Time: 5:30 – 8:00 PM
Model Rocketry 101 Workshop
Learn the science of rocketry and build and launch your own model rocket.
$55 per rocket, pre-registration required. 2-3 individuals can share a single rocket (2 adults, 1 adult + 1 child, or 1 adult + 2 children). Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
To register, contact education@eugenesciencecenter.org or 541-682-7892.
Friday, July 19th • 7:00-9:00pm
Set Lasers to Fun!
Join us at 7pm, 8pm or 9pm for a special night of back-to-back Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon laser shows
Matinee shows at 5pm or 6pm: Lasers in Space
Price: $0-7
Pre-sale tickets available online
Saturday, July 20th • 10:00am – 5:00pm
What’s happening Inside: Special planetarium shows, virtual reality goggles, educational crafts and activities, and our newest exhibit!
What’s happening outside: We’ll have rocket launches, food trucks, a beer garden, local vendors and entertainers.

PLUS MORE DETAILS TO COME!
We’re excited to add on to our list of partners and participants as we get closer to this special CELESTIAL celebration.

Cost: $0-$8

Public Presale $6 for ages 3 and up – on sale now
At the door pricing day of- $8 for ages 3-61, $6 for ages 62+ under 3 are FREE • Member pricing: $3 ea for ages 3 and up

Please note, this is a day where the ASTC passport program does not apply to Eugene Science Center admission

Interested in being a part of the Eugene Apollopalooza?
Click here to become a sponsor of this special event!
Click here to fill out this short application to participate as a booth or activity.
Click here to sign up to be a volunteer!

You may also email us at info@eugenesciencecenter.org.
We’re looking for more volunteers, vendors or special guests!

Once a small step for mankind, now a BIG week at the Eugene Science Center that you don’t want to miss!

Summer Science Adventures Week 4
2019-07-15 09:00 - 2019-07-19 16:00

Summer Science Adventures Week 3
2019-07-08 09:00 - 2019-07-12 16:00
Young Naturalists: Rising 1st – 3rd Grade
Citizen Scientists: Rising 4th – 6th Grade
Coding Cozmos: Rising 5th & 6th Grade
Click here for details.

Summer Science Adventures Week 2
2019-07-01 09:00 - 2019-07-05 16:00

Early STEM Storytime
2019-06-28 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-06-21 11:00 - 11:30, 2019-06-14 11:00 - 11:30
EARLY S.T.E.M. STORYTIME
SECOND, THIRD & FOURTH FRIDAYS OF EACH MONTH
11 – 11:30 AM | AGES 0-5

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING 10:30 PRE-K PLANETARIUM SHOWS
Jump start your preschooler into S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education with the Eugene Science Center’s new storytime. Join our engaging educators as we read a story and lead a hands-on activity designed for early learners. Each storytime is a unique expansion of the Tot Discovery Day theme from the first Friday of the month. Early S.T.E.M. Storytime is included with Exhibit Hall admission.

Summer Science Adventures Week 1
2019-06-24 09:00 - 2019-06-28 16:00
