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  • Silhouette of a person using a telescope under a starry sky, with the Milky Way visible. The scene conveys wonder and exploration.

    Night Skies at Lauritzen Gardens

    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    As the seasons shift, so does the sky. Join the Omaha Astronomical Society for a magical evening of stargazing at Lauritzen Gardens. Enjoy a tram ride to the rose garden, […]

    $20 – $30

  • Nebraska SciFest SUN-Day at Branched Oak Observatory

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th St., Raymond, NE, United States

    In collaboration with NE SciFest, we are pleased to offer “Nebraska SciFest SUN-Day at Branched Oak Observatory." While you visit Branched Oak Observatory you also get to do what you were […]

    $5
  • Illustration of science tools on a green background featuring a rocket, microscope, atom, gears, and beaker with "Science Sunday" text in bold white.

    Science Sunday

    Science Sunday
    Omaha RiverFront 1001 Douglas Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Join the Nebraska Science Festival for Science Sunday from 1-2pm in April at the Omaha RiverFront, next to the slides.  This is a free family friendly hour for you to […]

    Free

  • Science in Space at Mercury

    Mercury 329 S 16th St #3, Omaha, NE, United States

    Launch into Mercury on April 23 at 7pm, to hear Anthony Galdamez, NASA Solar System Ambassador and program manager at Kiewit Luminarium for a night of science fun. Anthony,is a […]

  • Nebraska Science Festival Star Party

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th St., Raymond, NE, United States

    In collaboration with NE SciFest, we are pleased to host the Nebraska Science Festival Star Party! This event is for all lovers of space science and astronomy. On Saturday, April […]

    Free – $10

  • Portrait of a smiling woman in a purple jacket beside the cover of "On a Mission" book, showing a woman in a spacesuit helmet, creating an inspirational tone.

    On a Mission: The History of US Women Astronauts

    Norfolk Public Library 309 N 5th St., Norfolk, NE, United States

    Join the Norfolk Public Library for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and […]

  • A vivid cosmic scene with stars and a galaxy serves as the backdrop for the "Fred G Dale Planetarium" logo. A crescent moon adds a celestial touch.

    The Fred G. Dale Planetarium

    The Fred G. Dale Planetarium
    Fred G. Dale Planetarium Gulliver Dr., Wayne, NE, United States

    Doors open 20 minutes prior to the start of a show. Planetarium shows generally include a tour of the current night sky, a view of the constellations, and a full-dome […]

    $3 – $5
  • A vivid cosmic scene with stars and a galaxy serves as the backdrop for the "Fred G Dale Planetarium" logo. A crescent moon adds a celestial touch.

    The Fred G. Dale Planetarium

    The Fred G. Dale Planetarium
    Fred G. Dale Planetarium Gulliver Dr., Wayne, NE, United States

    Doors open 20 minutes prior to the start of a show. Planetarium shows generally include a tour of the current night sky, a view of the constellations, and a full-dome […]

    $3 – $5
  • Modern observatory building at night, softly lit, under a starry sky. Surrounded by silhouetted trees, it conveys tranquility and wonder.

    Saturday Night at Hyde Observatory

    Hyde Memorial Observatory at Holmes Park 3701 S 70th St., Lincoln, NE, United States

    Head out to the Hyde Observatory on Saturday April 4th from Sundown to 11pm. Programs include: Juno at Jupiter, Lincoln's Spring Sky and Astro Shorts (astronomy news). Make sure to […]

  • Logo of Omaha Public Library on a light, textured background. A blue circle made of book-shaped rectangles is next to the library's name in bold black text.

    Shells to Shuttles

    Millard Branch 13214 Westwood Ln., Omaha, NE, United States

    Explore biomimicry and learn how humans take design inspiration from nature. With assistance from our partners from Nebraska Wildlife Rehab, use learned strategies to design space capsules and safely land […]