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Jenny Jones, Calendar Editor
The Creative Fusion Jr. High and High School Art Exhibit runs from April 7-24 and brings together Chico's young, creative talent. Every year, our secondary school Art Teachers are tasked with selecting their student's most expressive and skillful artworks and prepare their work for exhibition. This is the only annual exhibit in our area to […]
Join us April 25th for a FREE event celebrating the curiosity and ingenuity of the kids in our community. Grades 3-5 will compete from 9-11am and grades 6-8 will compete from 1-3pm. Teams of 3-4 kids will work with their teammates to design a working coaster that includes drops, loops, spirals, bumps, jumps and other features. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Turtle Bay Museum is excited to share the opening of Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits on display from January 28 through April 26. Want to experience the thrill of extreme sports in a safe environment for all ages? This high-energy exhibition takes you inside the minds and bodies of extreme athletes to explore the psychology, […]
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
The 4th Annual Foster Care Museum will be held at the Museum of Northern California Art (monca) from March 19th through May 3rd, 2026. This exhibition is dedicated to sharing the unique foster care experience and celebrates foster youth’s resilience, talents, and perseverance. Through their stories, art, and artifacts, foster youth invite the community to […]