Walk to the Moon Challenge
NE SciFest is challenging everyone in Nebraska to show their love of science by participating in a 30-day exercise challenge that will collectively take us to the moon. The challenge …
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NE SciFest Social Media Trivia
Science is all around us. So, even though the festival looks different this year, we can still have some virtual science fun! Running every day through the festival we’re bringing …
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NE SciFest Scavenger Hunt
Let's go outside and hunt for science! Download the scavenger hunt (on April 1) and go out and search for science. Ten quests await you - no matter where you …
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NE SciFest Art Contest
Back for a third year is the NE SciFest Art Contest. Using fungi as inspiration, create artwork that reflects this unique organism Three winners will receive a swag bag of …
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NE SciFest Ice Cream
eCreamery Ice Cream & Gelato 5001 Underwood Ave, OmahaAvailable all April long, our new NE SciFest signature ice cream flavor from eCreamery: DOUBLE JEOPARDY! Double Jeopardy: Cookies and Cream Ice Cream, Brownie Bites and Fudge Swirls. For the entire …
Sandhill Cranes Morning Blind Tour
Dusty Trails 101 Halligan Dr., North PlatteJoin Dusty Trails for their viewing blind, located on the beautiful North Platte River. It is the perfect place from which to witness the Sandhill Cranes as they roost in …
$40
Valentine Fish Hatchery Tours
Valentine Fish Hatchery 90164 Hatchery Road, ValentineLocated in a pine-covered valley one mile east and one mile north of Valentine, the Valentine Fish Hatchery is one of five hatcheries in Nebraska. Spread over 700 acres, the hatchery handles …
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Above and Beyond
Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum 28210 W Park Hwy, AshlandStop by the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum to view their latest exhibit, Above and Beyond. Above and Beyond celebrates the power of innovation. Packed with interactive challenges; vehicle …
Free – $16
Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea
Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, OmahaGiant sculptures of sea life, made from marine debris collected on Oregon's beaches, graphically illustrate the tragedy of plastic pollution in our ocean and waterways. The epic exhibit, Washed Ashore: …
Free – $15
StoryWalk®: “Living Things Need Water”
Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, OmahaTake a stroll through the arboretum at Lauritzen Gardens and learn how water is important to living things- animals, people, and plants. Following along with the story “Living Things Need …
Free – $15
Science Saturday Storytime
A.V. Sorensen Branch 4808 Cass St., OmahaJoin Omaha Public Library for Science Saturdays at A.V. Sorensen all April long! In celebration of NE Science Fest and City Nature Challenge, Science Saturdays will offer a science-themed storytime …
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Hall of Heroes
The Durham Museum 801 S 10th Street, OmahaStop by The Durham Museum now until April 16 to see the Hall of Heroes exhibit. This popular traveling exhibition celebrates and explores both the history and science behind America’s …
Free – $13
Sandhill Crane Bus Tour
Dusty Trails 101 Halligan Dr., North PlatteEnjoy the unique experience of viewing the many dances of the Sandhill Cranes during the daylight hours. This tour, by Dusty Trails, provides numerous photo opportunities (bring your long lens), …
$40
Mueller Planetarium
University of Nebraska State Museum - Morrill Hall 645 North 14th Street, LincolnMueller Planetarium is located inside Morrill Hall. Shows are available to the public on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Tickets may be purchased on site at Morrill Hall. The following are …
$4.50 – $5.50
Omaha Children’s Museum Visits Swanson Branch
W. Clarke Swanson Branch 9101 W. Dodge Rd., OmahaThe Omaha Children's Museum is visiting the W. Clarke Swanson Branch! Explore what happens to molecules when they are put to the test! Watch liquids become solids, soap become fluffy, …
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Writing Hike For Beginners
Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd. N., BellevueExplore the sights and sounds of Fontenelle Forest with a journal and notebook! This naturalist-guided hike is designed to help forest-goers of all ages write about – and even sketch! …
$5 – $15
Sandhill Cranes Evening Blind Tour
Dusty Trails 101 Halligan Dr., North PlatteThe sight and sound of the vast number of birds provides a thrill for the senses as you eagerly anticipate the landing of the first birds. Join Dusty Trails for …
$40