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Each season offers exciting activities, special events, and experiences at the EcoTarium!
There is always something new happening both on our grounds and inside the museum building.
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Featured Event
Celebrate the Holidays at The EcoTarium December 24, 2023 10:00 am – 3:00 pm December in New England brings an abundance of colorful lights, chilly weather, and over 21 globally recognized holidays. To celebrate the season, the EcoTarium is opening…
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STEAM Story Time: My Adult and Me
STEAM Story Time: My Adult and Me
STEAM Story Time: My Adult & Me is designed to inspire young children to begin discovering the world around them and spark their scientific spirit! Join us each week as we offer new themes, STEAM-based storybooks, and activities to explore – perfect for little hands, curious minds, and book lovers alike! Stick around after the…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
3 events,
Collection Connection
Collection Connection
Explore our private collection! The EcoTarium has thousands of specimens - fossils, gems, birds, weird things in jars - behind the scenes in our scientific collection. Come see something that isn't on display every day! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Afternoon Astronomy
Afternoon Astronomy
Early sunset got you down? Look up! Join us on Sundial Plaza to look through a telescope at the Moon or another planet, or if conditions do not permit come into the Alden Planetarium for an interactive guided tour of the evening sky! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
3 events,
Budding Scientists
Budding Scientists
In the Budding Scientists program, curious little explorers conduct simple, safe, science and nature experiments. You bring the curiosity, we'll provide the science fun. This is hands-on active and interactive science, so children may get messy! Every Thursday, October through June, 11:00 am - 11:45 am (excluding Worcester Public School vacations) Included with cost…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
5 events,
Tots’ Exploration Station
Tots’ Exploration Station
Tots' Exploration Station Stay for 5 minutes or 25, drop in for an interactive science experience designed specifically for our youngest museum guests! Explorers are invited to join our exploration station, for a variety of hands-on science activities and games. Every Friday, October through June, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (excluding Worcester Public School…
Collection Connection
Collection Connection
Explore our private collection! The EcoTarium has thousands of specimens - fossils, gems, birds, weird things in jars - behind the scenes in our scientific collection. Come see something that isn't on display every day! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Animal Discovery
Animal Discovery
Discover our resident animals! Are you curious about what our otters eat, how fast our snakes slither, or what our birds do in the winter? Get up close with one of our many live critters, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Animal Discovery Programs. Included with the cost of admission. Get…
5 events,
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
5 events,
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
0 events,
4 events,
STEAM Story Time: My Adult and Me
STEAM Story Time: My Adult and Me
STEAM Story Time: My Adult & Me is designed to inspire young children to begin discovering the world around them and spark their scientific spirit! Join us each week as we offer new themes, STEAM-based storybooks, and activities to explore – perfect for little hands, curious minds, and book lovers alike! Stick around after the…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
3 events,
Collection Connection
Collection Connection
Explore our private collection! The EcoTarium has thousands of specimens - fossils, gems, birds, weird things in jars - behind the scenes in our scientific collection. Come see something that isn't on display every day! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Afternoon Astronomy
Afternoon Astronomy
Early sunset got you down? Look up! Join us on Sundial Plaza to look through a telescope at the Moon or another planet, or if conditions do not permit come into the Alden Planetarium for an interactive guided tour of the evening sky! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
3 events,
Budding Scientists
Budding Scientists
In the Budding Scientists program, curious little explorers conduct simple, safe, science and nature experiments. You bring the curiosity, we'll provide the science fun. This is hands-on active and interactive science, so children may get messy! Every Thursday, October through June, 11:00 am - 11:45 am (excluding Worcester Public School vacations) Included with cost…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
5 events,
Tots’ Exploration Station
Tots’ Exploration Station
Tots' Exploration Station Stay for 5 minutes or 25, drop in for an interactive science experience designed specifically for our youngest museum guests! Explorers are invited to join our exploration station, for a variety of hands-on science activities and games. Every Friday, October through June, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (excluding Worcester Public School…
Collection Connection
Collection Connection
Explore our private collection! The EcoTarium has thousands of specimens - fossils, gems, birds, weird things in jars - behind the scenes in our scientific collection. Come see something that isn't on display every day! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Animal Discovery
Animal Discovery
Discover our resident animals! Are you curious about what our otters eat, how fast our snakes slither, or what our birds do in the winter? Get up close with one of our many live critters, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Animal Discovery Programs. Included with the cost of admission. Get…
6 events,
Speaker Series: Astrophysics
Speaker Series: Astrophysics
Speaker: Kate Follette, Amherst College Saturday, December 9 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm Direct Imaging of Newborn Worlds: How We Do It and Why You Should Care Thousands of planets have been discovered around other stars, but we have only detected light directly from a dozen or so that are particularly large and far from…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
5 events,
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
0 events,
4 events,
STEAM Story Time: My Adult and Me
STEAM Story Time: My Adult and Me
STEAM Story Time: My Adult & Me is designed to inspire young children to begin discovering the world around them and spark their scientific spirit! Join us each week as we offer new themes, STEAM-based storybooks, and activities to explore – perfect for little hands, curious minds, and book lovers alike! Stick around after the…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
3 events,
Collection Connection
Collection Connection
Explore our private collection! The EcoTarium has thousands of specimens - fossils, gems, birds, weird things in jars - behind the scenes in our scientific collection. Come see something that isn't on display every day! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Afternoon Astronomy
Afternoon Astronomy
Early sunset got you down? Look up! Join us on Sundial Plaza to look through a telescope at the Moon or another planet, or if conditions do not permit come into the Alden Planetarium for an interactive guided tour of the evening sky! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
3 events,
Budding Scientists
Budding Scientists
In the Budding Scientists program, curious little explorers conduct simple, safe, science and nature experiments. You bring the curiosity, we'll provide the science fun. This is hands-on active and interactive science, so children may get messy! Every Thursday, October through June, 11:00 am - 11:45 am (excluding Worcester Public School vacations) Included with cost…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
5 events,
Tots’ Exploration Station
Tots’ Exploration Station
Tots' Exploration Station Stay for 5 minutes or 25, drop in for an interactive science experience designed specifically for our youngest museum guests! Explorers are invited to join our exploration station, for a variety of hands-on science activities and games. Every Friday, October through June, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (excluding Worcester Public School…
Collection Connection
Collection Connection
Explore our private collection! The EcoTarium has thousands of specimens - fossils, gems, birds, weird things in jars - behind the scenes in our scientific collection. Come see something that isn't on display every day! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Animal Discovery
Animal Discovery
Discover our resident animals! Are you curious about what our otters eat, how fast our snakes slither, or what our birds do in the winter? Get up close with one of our many live critters, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Animal Discovery Programs. Included with the cost of admission. Get…
5 events,
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
5 events,
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
0 events,
4 events,
STEAM Story Time: My Adult and Me
STEAM Story Time: My Adult and Me
STEAM Story Time: My Adult & Me is designed to inspire young children to begin discovering the world around them and spark their scientific spirit! Join us each week as we offer new themes, STEAM-based storybooks, and activities to explore – perfect for little hands, curious minds, and book lovers alike! Stick around after the…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
3 events,
Collection Connection
Collection Connection
Explore our private collection! The EcoTarium has thousands of specimens - fossils, gems, birds, weird things in jars - behind the scenes in our scientific collection. Come see something that isn't on display every day! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Afternoon Astronomy
Afternoon Astronomy
Early sunset got you down? Look up! Join us on Sundial Plaza to look through a telescope at the Moon or another planet, or if conditions do not permit come into the Alden Planetarium for an interactive guided tour of the evening sky! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
3 events,
Budding Scientists
Budding Scientists
In the Budding Scientists program, curious little explorers conduct simple, safe, science and nature experiments. You bring the curiosity, we'll provide the science fun. This is hands-on active and interactive science, so children may get messy! Every Thursday, October through June, 11:00 am - 11:45 am (excluding Worcester Public School vacations) Included with cost…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
5 events,
Tots’ Exploration Station
Tots’ Exploration Station
Tots' Exploration Station Stay for 5 minutes or 25, drop in for an interactive science experience designed specifically for our youngest museum guests! Explorers are invited to join our exploration station, for a variety of hands-on science activities and games. Every Friday, October through June, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (excluding Worcester Public School…
Collection Connection
Collection Connection
Explore our private collection! The EcoTarium has thousands of specimens - fossils, gems, birds, weird things in jars - behind the scenes in our scientific collection. Come see something that isn't on display every day! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Animal Discovery
Animal Discovery
Discover our resident animals! Are you curious about what our otters eat, how fast our snakes slither, or what our birds do in the winter? Get up close with one of our many live critters, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Animal Discovery Programs. Included with the cost of admission. Get…
5 events,
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
6 events,
Celebrate the Holidays at the EcoTarium!
Celebrate the Holidays at the EcoTarium!
Celebrate the Holidays at The EcoTarium December 24, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm December in New England brings an abundance of colorful lights, chilly weather, and over 21 globally recognized holidays. To celebrate the season, the EcoTarium is opening its doors to the community on December 24 with FREE admission from 10:00 am to…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
0 events,
4 events,
Wild About Winter Vacation Week
Wild About Winter Vacation Week
Wild About Winter Vacation Week Program December 26 - 30, 2023 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Celebrate the wonders of winter at the EcoTarium during the Holiday Vacation Week! Find fun and beauty in these short winter days as we investigate snowflakes; learn what animals do when the ground freezes; experiment with the cold; and…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
4 events,
Wild About Winter Vacation Week
Wild About Winter Vacation Week
Wild About Winter Vacation Week Program December 26 - 30, 2023 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Celebrate the wonders of winter at the EcoTarium during the Holiday Vacation Week! Find fun and beauty in these short winter days as we investigate snowflakes; learn what animals do when the ground freezes; experiment with the cold; and…
Collection Connection
Collection Connection
Explore our private collection! The EcoTarium has thousands of specimens - fossils, gems, birds, weird things in jars - behind the scenes in our scientific collection. Come see something that isn't on display every day! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
3 events,
Wild About Winter Vacation Week
Wild About Winter Vacation Week
Wild About Winter Vacation Week Program December 26 - 30, 2023 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Celebrate the wonders of winter at the EcoTarium during the Holiday Vacation Week! Find fun and beauty in these short winter days as we investigate snowflakes; learn what animals do when the ground freezes; experiment with the cold; and…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
5 events,
Wild About Winter Vacation Week
Wild About Winter Vacation Week
Wild About Winter Vacation Week Program December 26 - 30, 2023 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Celebrate the wonders of winter at the EcoTarium during the Holiday Vacation Week! Find fun and beauty in these short winter days as we investigate snowflakes; learn what animals do when the ground freezes; experiment with the cold; and…
Collection Connection
Collection Connection
Explore our private collection! The EcoTarium has thousands of specimens - fossils, gems, birds, weird things in jars - behind the scenes in our scientific collection. Come see something that isn't on display every day! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Animal Discovery
Animal Discovery
Discover our resident animals! Are you curious about what our otters eat, how fast our snakes slither, or what our birds do in the winter? Get up close with one of our many live critters, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Animal Discovery Programs. Included with the cost of admission. Get…
6 events,
Wild About Winter Vacation Week
Wild About Winter Vacation Week
Wild About Winter Vacation Week Program December 26 - 30, 2023 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Celebrate the wonders of winter at the EcoTarium during the Holiday Vacation Week! Find fun and beauty in these short winter days as we investigate snowflakes; learn what animals do when the ground freezes; experiment with the cold; and…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets
6 events,
Noon Year’s Eve
Noon Year’s Eve
Noon Year's Eve Celebration at the EcoTarium December 31, 2023 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Have a blast ringing in the new year at the EcoTarium! Join us at 12:00 noon for an exciting kid-friendly countdown. Attendees can make a time capsule, add a 2024 resolution to the resolution wall, participate in exciting education programs,…
Science Discovery
Science Discovery
Want more hands-on science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion, find a hidden rainbow, crack a code, examine mysterious bones, or put your senses to the test! Included with the cost of admission. Get Tickets
Otter Encounter
Otter Encounter
Discover our resident otters! Slydell and Daisy are inviting you to lunch! Get up close to our otters, feed them their favorite foods, and learn how we care for them at our zookeeper-led Otter Encounters. Tickets are not included with the cost of admission. Learn More Get Tickets