Tot Discovery Day returns with a bubble bash! Come join us for a day of bubble fun. Learn all about what makes a bubble a bubble, why they are usually round, and why they pop. We’ll make mysterious smoky bubbles you can hold, giant bubbles you can stand inside, and bubble art you can take…
Friday after school science program for students in K-5th Grade. Registration Required. Learn more about Science After School.
NEW THIS FALL! We're staying open later on Fridays which means you can keep enjoying science 'til sunset! Starting September 7, we will be open every Friday from 10am - 7pm with public planetarium shows. See our planetarium calendar for showtimes and descriptions.
Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, September 8, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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…
Friday after school science program for students in K-5th Grade. Registration Required. Learn more about Science After School.
NEW THIS FALL! We're staying open later on Fridays which means you can keep enjoying science 'til sunset! We will be open every Friday from 10am - 7pm with public planetarium shows. See our planetarium calendar for showtimes and descriptions.
Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, September 15, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.
UPDATE 9/16/18 10:00am: Unfortunately the pet shop bringing reptiles has had a family emergency and won't be able to make it to cavalcade today. We anticipate rescheduling their visit for a future date, TBA. We will still be hosting storytime with Sara Glater and a booth about native reptiles with a local herpetologist, and of…
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…
NEW THIS FALL! We're staying open later on Fridays which means you can keep enjoying science 'til sunset! Starting September 7, we will be open every Friday from 10am - 7pm with public planetarium shows. See our planetarium calendar for showtimes and descriptions.
Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, September 22, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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…
NEW THIS FALL! We're staying open later on Fridays which means you can keep enjoying science 'til sunset! Starting September 7, we will be open every Friday from 10am - 7pm with public planetarium shows. See our planetarium calendar for showtimes and descriptions.
Eugene's Greatest Show (and Tell!) returns to the Eugene Science Center for a SEVENTH year of creative fun! Meet makers, hackers, artists, hobbyists, and do-it-yourself enthusiasts of all stripes ready to share their experiments and projects with you. With robots, rockets, arts and crafts, 3D printers, and more, there's something amazing around every corner! Admission…
Explore the four seasons in our Super Seasons Tot Day. How does fur protect animals in winter? Why do leaves fall from trees? What are the colors in a rainbow? Take home a leaf rubbing. Dive into these and more in October. And don’t miss our Tot Day planetarium show at 10:30 and 11am! Tickets…
Science After School is a new program developed in response to Friday early release days in local schools. The program is an opportunity for Kindergarten through 5th 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…
NEW THIS FALL! We're staying open later on Fridays which means you can keep enjoying science 'til sunset! Starting September 7, we will be open every Friday from 10am - 7pm with public planetarium shows. See our planetarium calendar for showtimes and descriptions.
Science After School is a new program developed in response to Friday early release days in local schools. The program is an opportunity for Kindergarten through 5th 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…
On select no-school days, kids can put their creative minds to work exploring different aspects of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). For students in Grades K - 5 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM * Friday October 12th: Explore rocks, minerals, and fossils while solving a geologic mystery! Price: $45 ** Note: Registration for this…
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…
NEW THIS FALL! We're staying open later on Fridays which means you can keep enjoying science 'til sunset! Starting September 7, we will be open every Friday from 10am - 7pm with public planetarium shows. See our planetarium calendar for showtimes and descriptions.
Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, October 13, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Birds of a feather flock together for Feathered Friends Day at Eugene Science Center. Meet avian experts from Exotic Bird Rescue of Oregon and some of their fine, feathered friends. See live birds, up close and personal, and take a closer look at some talons, feathers, owl pellets and other fascinating specimens. This special event…
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…
Science After School is a new program developed in response to Friday early release days in local schools. The program is an opportunity for Kindergarten through 5th 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…
NEW THIS FALL! We're staying open later on Fridays which means you can keep enjoying science 'til sunset! Starting September 7, we will be open every Friday from 10am - 7pm with public planetarium shows. See our planetarium calendar for showtimes and descriptions.
Need a night out? Don’t hire a sitter, drop the kids off at Eugene Science Center! Parents’ Night Out is a chance for parents to take a break (or date night) while their kids have a blast with our educators. The evening includes dinner, museum exploration time, hands-on educational games, activities, a snack, and a…
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…
Science After School is a new program developed in response to Friday early release days in local schools. The program is an opportunity for Kindergarten through 5th 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…
NEW THIS FALL! We're staying open later on Fridays which means you can keep enjoying science 'til sunset! Starting September 7, we will be open every Friday from 10am - 7pm with public planetarium shows. See our planetarium calendar for showtimes and descriptions.
Saturday October 27th | Noon - 6 p.m. Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is celebrating its 200th anniversary, yet its themes continue to resonate in our technological age and raise new, complex questions about the nature of life, our role as creators, and our responsibilities to the things we bring into the world. This special Halloween…
Local Exotic pet store, Amazon Joes, will be visiting us for a meet and greet with some of their crawly critters! Come learn about snakes, spiders, and more - included with general admission.
Join us as Tot Day explores science that glows in the dark in a tot-friendly lit environment. What causes plants, animals and objects to glow in the dark? What is bioluminescence? Create your own take home glowing material and more! Admission to Tot Day is $10 for the first adult-child pair, $2 for each extra…
Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, November 3, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.
We will be open from 10am-4pm on Monday, November 12 with a full schedule of planetarium shows!
Please note that Eugene Science Center will be closed on Saturday, November 17, due to a UO Home Football Game. We apologize for any inconvenience.
November 21, 2018 Jon us Wednesday, November 21st at Coldfire Brewing Company for Pints for Science! From 4pm to 10pm, $1 from every pint sold will go to support the Eugene Science Center and Hands-on Science Education for our community. Come down and enjoy quality craft beers while supporting a great local cause
Tuesday, November 27th Turn your Giving Tuesday into a fun Tuesday Night Out!! Come on down to Plank Town Brewing Company tonight from 5pm to 9pm and support the Eugene Science Center. 10% of all food and beverage purchased during this time will benefit the Eugene Science Center and our educational programs. Hope to see…
December 1, 2018 Join us Saturday, December 1st at Viking Braggot Company at 2490 Willamette St. where $1 from every pint sold will be donated to the Eugene Science Center. Come down and enjoy quality craft beers while supporting a great local cause!
Join us Tuesday, December 4th at Claim 52 Kitchen where $1 from every pint sold will be donated to the Eugene Science Center. Come down and enjoy quality craft beers while supporting a great local cause!
Noise is everywhere in our world. How is sound made? How does sound impact water? Create your own musical instrument to take home in our Joys of Noise Tot Day! Admission to Tot Day is $10 for the first adult-child pair, $2 for each extra child, $5 for each extra adult, and FREE for Eugene…
Saturday, December 8th Tinkering Toy Shop: Tinker and design your own take-home toys and learn to code a robot with Eugene Women in Tech! Parents’ Night Out is a chance for parents to take a break (or date night) while their kids have a blast with our educators. The evening includes dinner, museum exploration time,…
December 11, 2018 Join us Tuesday, December 11th at Oregon Wine LAB where 10% of all sales will be donated Eugene Science Center. Come down and enjoy quality wine and beer while supporting a great local cause!
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…
Our gift to the community this holiday season is a fun-filled day of science, FREE of charge for everyone in the family! Eugene Science Center's Holiday Open House features free admission to the Exhibit Hall and one Planetarium show for everyone! Admission to our new laser light shows will be offered at a discounted…
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…
We will be closed Tuesday, December 25. Merry Christmas!
Predator & Prey: Explore the unique dynamics of predator and prey across the globe! In this workshop, you will play group games and explore how animals use camouflage, toxins, and more to hunt, hide, and fight. Learn More
Amazing Adaptations: Animals have some amazing adaptations! Learn about how some animals can glow, fly, live underwater, and other extreme adaptations that make them champion survivors of harsh climates. Learn More
Animal Anatomy: Discover how animals’ bodies are specialized to their unique traits - bones, brains, and more! This workshop includes a frog dissection lab. Learn More
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…
Can't stay up 'til midnight on New Year's Eve? You can still put on your dancing shoes and party during the day at Eugene Science Center! Join us for a family-friendly celebration of another orbit around the Sun. Featuring: Count down to blast-off of our 2 ft tall scaled-to-size Apollo Little Joe II Rocket with…
We will be closed Tuesday, January 1. Happy New Year!
Our Solar System: How do objects orbit one another? What is a dwarf planet? Blast off for a journey through the planets and moons that can only be found in our solar system. Learn More
The Universe: It’s galaxies galore for this workshop about the biggest thing we can imagine - the universe itself! Learn about stars, black holes, nebulae, and the energy behind them. Learn More
Friday, January 4th | 9am - Noon From desert to coast, explore the science behind our state! In our Oregon-ology Tot Day we will explore the salmon life cycle, crawl through a replica lava tube and discover a tide pool. Get answers to questions like, how were the painted hills created? How can scientists tell…
Designing Solutions: Use the engineering design process to create solutions to real world physical challenges. Design a wheelchair accessible trail, a zipline to the bottom of a mountain, and more! Learn More
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…
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…
The Total Lunar Eclipse Viewing Party is canceled due to considerable cloudiness. You can watch the eclipse virtually at: https://www.timeanddate.com/live/ Join us on the evening of Sunday, January 20 at Eugene Science Center to enjoy a Total Lunar Eclipse! During a Total Lunar Eclipse, the full moon travels through the Earth's shadow and turns a deep…
Weird Science: Could a volcano erupt ice instead of fire? How do you bend light? Can an object be both a solid and a liquid? Get weird with science during this investigation of some of the most surprising phenomena discovered by scientists! Click here to learn more!
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…
Scientists are visiting Eugene Science Center! Meet these scientists and learn about the research going on right here in our own community. Join us for dazzling demonstrations and activities in biology, chemistry, psychology, anthropology and more!
Saturday, January 26th. 5:00pm - 9:30pm Theme: Exciting Entomology! There are over one million species of arthropods, and each one is unique. During this Parents’ Night Out, we will investigate the science behind some of the most interesting adaptations used by bugs to survive and thrive. Click here to learn more
Leap into the science of balance! Did you know that when we walk we are also balancing at the same time? How does a person balance while walking across a balance beam? Can you balance something on the eraser end of a pencil? We’ll explore the concept of balance through books, balancing with our bodies,…
EUGENE SCIENCE CENTER'S NEW FRIDAY AFTERNOON DROP-OFF PROGRAM 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 5th grade students (and the home school equivalent) to explore science in a fun, hands-on setting. Science…
Advance registration for Block Kids 2019 is now open. Free to participate for kids in grades 1 - 6! Advance registration is required! Fill out our online registration form. Check-in for registered participants begins at 12:30PM at River Road Park & Recreation District (Emerald Park), 1400 Lake Drive. Participants must be checked in no later…
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…
EUGENE SCIENCE CENTER'S NEW FRIDAY AFTERNOON DROP-OFF PROGRAM 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 5th grade students (and the home school equivalent) to explore science in a fun, hands-on setting. Science…
Microscopy and Optics at University of Oregon How do our eyes understand colors? How can we use light to see things that we normally can’t? How does a dog or cat see the world? See some of the tiniest animals on the planet with your own eyes using paper microscopes! Click Here to Learn More
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…
EUGENE SCIENCE CENTER'S NEW FRIDAY AFTERNOON DROP-OFF PROGRAM 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 5th grade students (and the home school equivalent) to explore science in a fun, hands-on setting. Science…
Designing For Disasters at University of Oregon Learn how earthquakes and other natural disasters happen and put your engineering skills to the test! This workshop includes a visit to the Museum of Natural & Cultural History’s “Survival Architecture and the Art of Resilience” exhibit and an architecture design workshop for natural disasters. Click Here to…
Do you love solving mysteries? On this day of forensic science, we will explore the science of fingerprinting, chromatography, handwriting analysis, and more! Full Day workshop for kids in K-5th Grade. Learn more. Register here.
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…
EUGENE SCIENCE CENTER'S NEW FRIDAY AFTERNOON DROP-OFF PROGRAM 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 5th grade students (and the home school equivalent) to explore science in a fun, hands-on setting. Science…
Coding Robots at University of Oregon How do robots know where to go and what to do? We will learn basic coding skills and teach our fleet of Cozmo robots to complete tasks with help from the Eugene Coding Initiative.
EUGENE SCIENCE CENTER'S NEW FRIDAY AFTERNOON DROP-OFF PROGRAM 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 5th grade students (and the home school equivalent) to explore science in a fun, hands-on setting. Science…
Neuroscience at Eugene Science Center The brain is what makes you who you are! We will learn about how scientists study the brain to understand how it grows and helps us learn, and find out what our brains have in common with other animals. Click Here to Learn More
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…
The Search for Exoplanets at Eugene Science Center Join the search for life beyond Earth! Learn about how scientists search for planets outside our solar system and determine if they could support life. Enjoy a customized planetarium experience with our Exoplanet Expert planetarium director Haley Sharp. Click Here to Learn More
Have you ever held a giant spider in your hands? This event is your chance! Local invertebrate enthusiasts will be bringing their collections to Eugene Science Center to share in the Community Room. Learn about unique specimens of insects and arachnids during your visit to the Exhibit Hall. Included with general admission.
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…
Colorful Chemistry at Eugene Science Center Explore the chemistry of color! How can chemicals help us determine the properties of different materials? How do we dye things to be a new color? Prepare to get messy during our final science adventure! Click Here to Learn More
NEED A NIGHT OUT? DON’T HIRE A SITTER, DROP THE KIDS OFF AT EUGENE SCIENCE CENTER! Parents’ Night Out is a chance for parents to take a break (or date night) while their kids have a blast with our educators. The evening includes dinner, museum exploration time, hands-on educational games, activities, a snack, and a…
ABOUT SENSORY SENSITIVE EVENINGS 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 adults and children who prefer a quiet, less sensory-stimulating environment, we welcome you! Come enjoy an evening where we create a…
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…
EUGENE SCIENCE CENTER'S NEW FRIDAY AFTERNOON DROP-OFF PROGRAM 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 5th grade students (and the home school equivalent) to explore science in a fun, hands-on setting. Science…
SPRING BREAK CAMP MARCH 25 – 29, 2019 9am – 4pm* | Grades K-5 During Spring Break Camp, each day is packed with hands-on science, and you can sign up for only the days you’re interested in! Extended care is available as an add-on each day from 8am – 5pm. Read about each day’s topic…
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…
RESCHEDULED FROM MARCH 1 TO APRIL 5. Celebrate Dr. Seuss with us on this fantastic Tot Discovery Day! The whimsical world of Dr. Seuss contains oodles of wacky science. From Bartholomew and The Lorax to the Cat and the Hat and even that mean 'ol Grinch, what slime, oobleck and more will we create using…
SUNDAY APRIL 14TH 10:00am - 5:00pm Celebrate an early Earth Day with your family and friends at Eugene Science Center! This event features free exhibit hall admission, one free planetarium show, and special activities and presentations about the science of our favorite planet – Earth! and how scientists study it. Special thanks to our event…
Science Under the Stars 6-9pm • Ages 21+ Adult Night Wednesday, April 17th Limited Tickets Available Experience a live- interactive planetarium show. Observe the moon through telescopes. Explore the wobble and transit methods of detecting exoplanets and light filters used by different telescopes. Explore space in Virtual Reality, design an alien species that could…
Please note that the Eugene Science Center will be CLOSED all day on Saturday, April 20 for UO Spring Game.
Join us for “Pints for a Cause” in the tasting room at Ninkasi Brewing Company! $1 from every pint sold will benefit Eugene Science Center. Kids are encouraged to attend this event! The Eugene Science Center will have hands-on science activities on site — perfect for little and big kids alike!
Catch our outreach educators at Eugene Family YMCA's Healthy Kids Day! About Healthy Kids Day: Join us for a FREE community event to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active at the annual YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day®. There will be lots of activities including pickleball, an obstacle course, and swimming in the pool…
TOT DISCOVERY DAY: BACKYARD SCIENCE May 3, 2019 9:00am – 12:00pm How does the sun cause colors to fade? How many legs does a centipede have? What adventures can you find in your backyard? Join us to find out the answers to these questions and more! Come explore our backyard and enjoy a morning of…
Are you excited about math? We are, so we are celebrating during the National Math Festival! Explore flow visualization fluid, geometric bubbles, an Isochronous Curve and Lego Galton board! Included with exhibit hall admission. Featured mathematician: Sarah Hagen Sarah studies the equations that model fluid flow, with the goal of better understanding turbulence in…
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…
