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Jenny Jones, Calendar Editor
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, […]
Celebrate Pi Day at ScienceWorks with a full day of hands-on fun. Drop in and explore rotating, Pi-themed activities happening throughout the museum all day long — from playful math challenges to creative problem-solving and tasty surprises. Whether you’re a numbers enthusiast or just love to learn by doing, there’s always something new to discover.
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 […]
Are you interested in volunteering at Turtle Bay Exploration Park? You will not want to miss our Volunteer Info Hour hosted in the Turtle Bay Museum! Staff from each department will provide details about upcoming volunteer opportunities for teens and adults and will be on hand to answer questions one-on-one. Come out and learn about […]
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
Join us in March for these circle activities. Drop-in from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Activities are free with admission! March 7 - Make a Sundial: Tell the time no matter where you are! March 14 - Pi Day Craft March 21 - Paint with Pi: Create are using circles and gears! March 28 - […]
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 […]