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Designed and curated by the monca Junior Board, the "Never Too Old... Never Too Young..." exhibit features art of all media created by local students of all ages. The Junior Board's goal is to break down the barriers to entry that many new artists face when seeking to exhibit their work in museum and gallery spaces. The monca Junior […]
All new displays for 2026! WEDNESDAYS - SUNDAYS ONLY! Experience the Glowing Wild Lantern Festival, an all-new collection of lanterns featuring dinosaurs, African savannah animals, and ancient Egypt at the Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay! From glowing forests to larger-than-life animal displays from around the world, Glowing Wild is an experience to explore at your own pace […]
We are a space for children and their grown-ups to connect and learn through play! Â We strive to enrich early childhood learning through inclusive, accessible, hands-on experiences that celebrate curiosity, connect families, and create community. To make everyone's experience enjoyable, we ask that you adhere to our 1 adult per 5 children requirement, and remember […]
Tucked in the heart of Oroville, the Pioneer History Museum invites visitors to step back in time and experience the spirit of early California. First opened in 1932 and housed in a striking replica of a 49er’s cabin, the museum offers a journey through the region’s rich and rugged past. What began as a modest […]
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 […]
Have you ever wondered why some people love roller coasters so much? Is it the speed? Is it the inherent danger? Is it the fascination with the physics? Motion Mania unlocks these answers through the build, design, and test process.Â
Explore the wonders of science through fun games, tricky puzzles, and mysterious optical illusions. This hands-on gallery is designed for curious minds of all ages—because learning is best when it's playful. So let’s play!
Designed and curated by the monca Junior Board, the "Never Too Old... Never Too Young..." exhibit features art of all media created by local students of all ages. The Junior Board's goal is to break down the barriers to entry that many new artists face when seeking to exhibit their work in museum and gallery spaces. The monca Junior […]
Drop-in from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Activities are free with admission! May 2: Get magnetic - Physics students showcase their magnetic devices May 9: Elephant toothpaste - A fun chemistry experiment May 16: Lava lamp - Create a homemade lava lamp May 23: NO Activity. Museum CLOSED May 30: Floating fish - Test if […]
All new displays for 2026! WEDNESDAYS - SUNDAYS ONLY! Experience the Glowing Wild Lantern Festival, an all-new collection of lanterns featuring dinosaurs, African savannah animals, and ancient Egypt at the Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay! From glowing forests to larger-than-life animal displays from around the world, Glowing Wild is an experience to explore at your own pace […]