Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
Valene L Smith Museum of Anthropology 400 W 1st St., Chico
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Jenny Jones, Calendar Editor
Week of Events
Monday, April 6, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
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April 7, 2026 -Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
The end of the school year often means scheduling a class trip to the museum. The Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology at Chico State is now scheduling FREE one-hour experiences. Enjoy the hands-on exhibit "What's Your Mood?" that explores the difference between moods and feelings. Includes fun activities and interactives to dive deeper. Schedule […]
FREE
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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April 8, 2026 -Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
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April 8, 2026 -Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
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April 8, 2026 -Early Bird Skating – Perfect for Homeschoolers
Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
Turtle Bay Museum proudly presents Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life In The Wild, a breathtaking exhibition featuring 40 of the renowned photographer’s most resonant images, on display from January 24 through May 3, 2026. Spanning all seven continents, the exhibition immerses visitors in stunning natural landscapes and the intimate lives of animal species from some […]
Free – $22
Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
The end of the school year often means scheduling a class trip to the museum. The Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology at Chico State is now scheduling FREE one-hour experiences. Enjoy the hands-on exhibit "What's Your Mood?" that explores the difference between moods and feelings. Includes fun activities and interactives to dive deeper. Schedule […]
FREE
Early Bird Skating – Perfect for Homeschoolers
FunLand/Cal Skate Chico is offering a special skating session that's perfect for Homeschoolers! Early Bird Skate is every Wednesday (except holidays and school breaks) from 12:30pm until 2:30pm. Admission is $9 and that includes quad skates (Inlines are $1.50 extra).
$9
Thursday, April 9, 2026
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April 9, 2026 -Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature
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April 9, 2026 -Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
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April 9, 2026 -Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature
We are excited to share the news of Turtle Bay Museum's latest exhibit, Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature, on display now through April 30, 2026. Enjoy an exhibition of works created by kindergarten through 8th grade students in the Famous Artists Portfolio art education program. This art show is a celebration of […]
Free – $22
Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
Turtle Bay Museum proudly presents Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life In The Wild, a breathtaking exhibition featuring 40 of the renowned photographer’s most resonant images, on display from January 24 through May 3, 2026. Spanning all seven continents, the exhibition immerses visitors in stunning natural landscapes and the intimate lives of animal species from some […]
Free – $22
Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
The end of the school year often means scheduling a class trip to the museum. The Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology at Chico State is now scheduling FREE one-hour experiences. Enjoy the hands-on exhibit "What's Your Mood?" that explores the difference between moods and feelings. Includes fun activities and interactives to dive deeper. Schedule […]
FREE
Friday, April 10, 2026
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April 10, 2026 -Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature
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April 10, 2026 -Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
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April 10, 2026 -Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature
We are excited to share the news of Turtle Bay Museum's latest exhibit, Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature, on display now through April 30, 2026. Enjoy an exhibition of works created by kindergarten through 8th grade students in the Famous Artists Portfolio art education program. This art show is a celebration of […]
Free – $22
Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
Turtle Bay Museum proudly presents Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life In The Wild, a breathtaking exhibition featuring 40 of the renowned photographer’s most resonant images, on display from January 24 through May 3, 2026. Spanning all seven continents, the exhibition immerses visitors in stunning natural landscapes and the intimate lives of animal species from some […]
Free – $22
Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
The end of the school year often means scheduling a class trip to the museum. The Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology at Chico State is now scheduling FREE one-hour experiences. Enjoy the hands-on exhibit "What's Your Mood?" that explores the difference between moods and feelings. Includes fun activities and interactives to dive deeper. Schedule […]
FREE
Saturday, April 11, 2026
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April 11, 2026 -Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature
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April 11, 2026 -Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
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April 11, 2026 -Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
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April 11, 2026 -An Evening with Thomas D. Mangelsen: Artist Talk & Signing
Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature
We are excited to share the news of Turtle Bay Museum's latest exhibit, Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature, on display now through April 30, 2026. Enjoy an exhibition of works created by kindergarten through 8th grade students in the Famous Artists Portfolio art education program. This art show is a celebration of […]
Free – $22
Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
Turtle Bay Museum proudly presents Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life In The Wild, a breathtaking exhibition featuring 40 of the renowned photographer’s most resonant images, on display from January 24 through May 3, 2026. Spanning all seven continents, the exhibition immerses visitors in stunning natural landscapes and the intimate lives of animal species from some […]
Free – $22
Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
The end of the school year often means scheduling a class trip to the museum. The Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology at Chico State is now scheduling FREE one-hour experiences. Enjoy the hands-on exhibit "What's Your Mood?" that explores the difference between moods and feelings. Includes fun activities and interactives to dive deeper. Schedule […]
FREE
An Evening with Thomas D. Mangelsen: Artist Talk & Signing
We are excited to share the news of our upcoming event, An Evening with Thomas D. Mangelsen, on Saturday, April 11 from 3-5pm at the Turtle Bay Museum. This special event features an artist talk, book signing, and exhibition tour with the world-renowned wildlife and nature photographer, Thomas D. Mangelsen. His exhibition, Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in […]
Free – $22
Sunday, April 12, 2026
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April 12, 2026 -Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature
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April 12, 2026 -Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature
We are excited to share the news of Turtle Bay Museum's latest exhibit, Famous Artists Student Art Show: A Walk in Nature, on display now through April 30, 2026. Enjoy an exhibition of works created by kindergarten through 8th grade students in the Famous Artists Portfolio art education program. This art show is a celebration of […]
Free – $22
Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild
Turtle Bay Museum proudly presents Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life In The Wild, a breathtaking exhibition featuring 40 of the renowned photographer’s most resonant images, on display from January 24 through May 3, 2026. Spanning all seven continents, the exhibition immerses visitors in stunning natural landscapes and the intimate lives of animal species from some […]
Free – $22