• BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs

    BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs

    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    On display for the first time in the United States, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles, while discovering […]

    $9 – $15
  • StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”

    StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”

    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and explore all of the creepy, crawly, dirty, muddy, green, and growing things that can be found in the garden. Following along with the story “Dig In!” by Cindy Jenson-Elliott, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy, […]

    $9 – $15
  • Boys Town Hall of History Hands-On Weekly Activities

    Boys Town Hall of History Hands-On Weekly Activities

    Boys Town Hall of History 14057 Flanagan Blvd., Boys Town, NE, United States

    Visit the Boys Town Hall of History and learn about various science topics with weekly activities. Each week, the Hall of History will host staff-led science activities during regular business hours. Stop by each week to check out the rotating activities! Weekly Features: April 1 – 7: Comic Book Station Make your own comic book […]

  • Resilience: Film Screening & Discussion

    BraveBe Child Advocacy Center 5025 Garland Street, Lincoln, NE, United States

    Adversity in childhood has lifelong effects on health and behavior. Resilience: the Biology of Stress & the Science of Hope chronicles the use of brain science to disrupt cycles of violence, addiction and disease. Learn more about treatment and prevention of childhood toxic stress and what is happening right here in Lincoln. Space is limited, […]

  • First Star Recycling Tour

    First Star Recycling 10330 “I” Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    Join NE SciFest at First Star Recycling on April 19 at noon for a tour of Omaha's leading recycling center. First Star understands the importance and value of sustainable recycling practices and are passionate about making it easier and more economical for Nebraska and Iowa homeowners and businesses to manage their wastes. As the leader […]

  • Fred G. Dale Planetarium

    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 video. All shows last about 45 minutes. April Shows: Friday, April 5 - Eclipse Weekend! 7 p.m. Planetarium show – Eclipses and Phases of the […]

  • Open House at the UNL Student Observatory

    UNL Student Observatory 625 Stadium Dr., Lincoln, NE, United States

    See the stars, planets, and moon from UNL's campus! Please note, the event might be canceled due to clouds and weather. Decision to cancel will be posted on the calendar by 3pm on Friday. Events will occur twice a month on Friday evenings. Lets hope for good weather! Directions: Take the elevator or stairs to […]

  • BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs

    BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs

    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    On display for the first time in the United States, experience BRICKLIVE Brickosaurs, an adventure of Jurassic scale at Omaha’s Lauritzen Gardens. Marvel at 30 iconic dinosaur sculptures made from more than 1.5 million bricks and witness firsthand what it would have been like to come face-to-face with a herd of incredible reptiles, while discovering […]

    $9 – $15
  • StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”

    StoryWalk®: “Dig In!”

    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    Take a stroll through the Lauritzen Gardens arboretum and explore all of the creepy, crawly, dirty, muddy, green, and growing things that can be found in the garden. Following along with the story “Dig In!” by Cindy Jenson-Elliott, your family can take part in some fun activities. StoryWalk® combines the love of reading with healthy, […]

    $9 – $15
  • Boys Town Hall of History Hands-On Weekly Activities

    Boys Town Hall of History Hands-On Weekly Activities

    Boys Town Hall of History 14057 Flanagan Blvd., Boys Town, NE, United States

    Visit the Boys Town Hall of History and learn about various science topics with weekly activities. Each week, the Hall of History will host staff-led science activities during regular business hours. Stop by each week to check out the rotating activities! Weekly Features: April 1 – 7: Comic Book Station Make your own comic book […]

  • Fun with Fossils: Stomp Chomp Roar at Lauritzen Gardens

    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    From noon to 2 p.m., explore Stomp Chomp Roar's fossil cart at Lauritzen Gardens and learn all about dinosaurs with Dinosaur Ranger Anthony and his friend Paleo. Then join us on the festival garden patio from 2 to 3 p.m. for an entertaining dinosaur show and prehistoric pep rally (weather permitting)! Included with paid garden […]

    $9 – $15
  • Fred G. Dale Planetarium

    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 video. All shows last about 45 minutes. April Shows: Friday, April 5 - Eclipse Weekend! 7 p.m. Planetarium show – Eclipses and Phases of the […]