Upcoming Events

Saturday, April 5 at 12:30 pmFREE for Members or with General Admission What are very, very, very small but produce beautiful colors? Nanoparticles! Found throughout nature, these tiny particles interact differently with light than larger objects do, resulting in iridescence that reflects from shells, wings, and ot , ...

Saturday, April 12 at 12:30 pmFREE for Members or with General Admission What makes a crane different from other water birds? Where do cranes live and what types are found in the United States? What exactly is the big deal about whooping cranes? Discover the answers to these questions and many more at the Cool Cran , ...

ALL SESSIONS SOLD OUT – Wednesday, April 16 9:15 am & 10:30 am $12 (+ tax) for 1 child & 1 adult; $12 (+ tax) for an additional child per session For children ages 2 – 4 with caregiver Limited spots available; advance registration recommended. Come join the fun in these wonderfully engaging and in , ...

Saturday, April 19 at 12:30 pmFREE for Members or with General Admission Learn all about the honey bee and its importance to our daily life. Guests will learn the different roles that bees play in the hive.  By discovering more about honey bees, we remind ourselves of the importance each individual plays in so , ...

Monday, April 21 Limited spots available. Admission to the Exhibits is not included. There are two ways to register: in person at the Guest Services desk in the Museum lobby or contact the Group Sales department during regular weekday business hours at (256) 898-6312. ALL SESSIONS SOLD OUT – Grades K ̵ , ...

Saturday, May 3 at 12:30 pmFREE for Members or with General Admission The exciting abilities of spiders extend far beyond web spinning! This Science on the Spot will explore the world of spiders, specifically focusing on the amazing feats some species perform. , ...