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Event Series Neurodivergent STEAM – Skyscrapers

Neurodivergent STEAM – Skyscrapers

Museum of Nature and Science 411 N. Main St., Las Cruces, New Mexico

Join us as we explore exciting Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) topics geared toward children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Presented in partnership with the NMSU Autism Diagnostic Center, IDD children's curiosity is nourished through adult and child participation in hands-on activities that are meant to increase involvement in the sciences. Ages: 6-10. Fee: Free Registration Required: No

Fossils!–The History of Animal Flight

Museum of Nature and Science 411 N. Main St., Las Cruces, New Mexico

Explore the 3.5-billion-year odyssey of life with a geologist and real fossil specimens. Visit the station in the gallery and discover something new in the fossil record each month. All ages are welcome. The program is free. No registration is required.

Event Series Science Cafe – Herpetology

Science Cafe – Herpetology

Museum of Nature and Science 411 N. Main St., Las Cruces, New Mexico

Science is for everyone! Join the Museum of Nature and Science for a monthly discussion with local scientists aboutcurrent topics in contemporary science. Ages: 18+ Fee: Free Registration required: No

STEAMPunk – Fabian Garcia: Horticulture

Museum of Nature and Science 411 N. Main St., Las Cruces, New Mexico

Discover the stories behind science heroes who break barriers and explore the applications of their research through hands-on experiments and activities Ages: 6-10 Fee: Free Registration Required: No

Teen Science Cafe – Botany

Frank O'Brien Papen Center 304 Bell Avenue, Las Cruces, NM, United States

Have dinner with a scientist and team up with STEM experts for monthly discussions, tours, and activities with our guest scientists. Now held regularly at the Frank O'Brien Papen Center, 304 Bell Ave. Ages: 13-17 Fee: Free Registration required: No

Event Series Trains! Pre-K

Trains! Pre-K

Railroad Museum 351 N. Mesilla St, Las Cruces, United States

Come by the museum for engaging gallery activities made just for kids! Become a conductor and take control of our interactive model trains and afterwards, test your knowledge with games or crafts. Ages: 2-5 Fee: Free Registration Required: No

Event Series Animal Feedings — Turtles

Animal Feedings — Turtles

Museum of Nature and Science 411 N. Main St., Las Cruces, New Mexico

What we eat is important to our health, and for the animals in the Nature Center it's no different. Learn about the enrichment activities we use during mealtimes and more while you watch them display their natural instincts. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. The program is free.

Event Series Nature and Science Discovery Pre-K–Planeteers: Edge of Our Solar System

Nature and Science Discovery Pre-K–Planeteers: Edge of Our Solar System

Museum of Nature and Science 411 N. Main St., Las Cruces, New Mexico

Nurture your little one's love of science! Investigate nature and science through hands-on explorations, stories, and crafts. Adult caregiver participation is required. Ages: 2-5 Cost: Free Registration required: Yes for 9am, No for 10am