Family Science Discovery Days:
Hands-on science learning and fun days for the general public which take
place on the first or second Saturday of each month. (Please note that we
are open every Saturday during the academic year in addition to these
special monthly events.) Each family day features a different topic with
learning stations and related crafts activities. These public events run
from 1:00pm until 4:00pm throughout the museum. Consult the museum
Calendar of Events for details.
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Saturday, November 1, 2008 |
The Mighty Dinosaurs! |
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Saturday, December 6, 2008 |
Fossils & Fossilization |
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Saturday, January 3, 2009 |
Ancient Sea Life |
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Saturday, February 7, 2009 |
Winged Wonders |
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Saturday, March 7, 2009 |
Ancient Predators |
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Saturday, April 4, 2009 |
4th Annual Fossil Fest |
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Saturday, May 2, 2009 |
Prehistoric California |
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(Family Science Discovery Day activities subject to
change) |
ANNUAL FOSSIL FEST!
Come enjoy our 4th annual FOSSIL FEST on Saturday, April 4, 2009 from
1:00pm to 4:00 pm. This fun event will celebrate the excitement of
paleontology through hands-on learning fun for visitors of all ages.
Festivities will include behind-the-scenes tours of the museum’s laboratory,
fun games and crafts for children, fabulous door prizes and more! The event
will also feature talks by staff paleontologists highlighting some of the
museum’s exciting recent fossil discoveries and opportunities for visitors
to watch fossils being prepared. Come learn all about fossils and what
paleontologists do!! Fee: Regular admission prices. Contact
Kathy Sanders, (909) 482-5225
for more information.
”Become a Junior Paleontologist!” Program
This afterschool enrichment program for 2nd-4th graders meets weekly for one
month to discuss what fossils are and how paleontologists study them. Each 1
½ -hour class includes a short discussion complemented by a number of
hands-on activities. This program runs several times a year. Please
consult the museum’s Calendar of Events
for schedule details.. Fee: $45.
Contact Kathy Sanders,(909) 482-5225 for more information.
Become a Docent!
We are currently seeking volunteers to help with our ongoing and upcoming
outreach programs. Come learn more about paleontology and have fun sharing your
knowledge with visitors of all ages. No scientific background is necessary –
just an eagerness to contribute your time and enthusiasm! Requirements: You must
be at least 18 years old and must complete the
museum’s docent training program. Contact Kathy Sanders
at 909-482-5225 for more information.
Group Museum Tours & Classroom Science Connections
Traveling Presentations
We offer group tours as well as grade-appropriate (California Science
Content Standard-aligned) classroom programs. Visit our
Educator Resource page
for details about these exciting offerings!
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