• Wings Over the Platte

    Wings Over the Platte
    Stuhr Museum 3133 West Highway 34, Grand Island, NE

    Flowing across the heart of the Great Plains, the Platte River has long been a source of life, movement, and inspiration. Wings Over the Platte celebrates the landscapes, waterways, and wildlife that define this region through the vision of artists connected to the Platte River Valley. From sweeping prairie horizons and ever-changing skies to intimate studies of […]

    Free with membership, Daily Admission rates apply for non-members
  • Science of Ice Cream and Dry Ice

    eCreamery Ice Cream & Gelato 5001 Underwood Ave, Omaha, NE, United States

    eCreamery staff will conduct an informative presentation on the “Science of Ice Cream and Dry Ice.” Students will be given a small tour of the facility, a lesson on how ice cream is made, a brief history of ice cream, and the differences in density and composition between gelato, sorbet and ice cream. During the […]

    Free
  • Little Learners: Seasonal Science

    Fontenelle Forest 1111 Bellevue Blvd. N., Bellevue, NE, United States

    Join Fontenelle Forest for their new program learning what happens in the forest as the seasons change – Little Learners: Seasonal Science! You'll discuss what animals do as the seasons change, and explore science stations focused on winter, spring, or fall. Plus, you'll go on a hike looking for snowflakes, spring shoots, or falling leaves, […]

    $10 – $25
  • Metropolitan Community College Science Day

    Metro Community College 2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave., Omaha, NE, United States

    Stop by Metropolitan Community College (Nebraska) South Omaha Campus, Mahoney building, on April 11 from 11am until 3pm, for exciting hands-on activities (with new ones added every year), which encompass a variety of science disciplines including physics, chemistry and biology. This event is free and open to all!

  • 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 video. All shows last about 45 minutes. April Shows: Friday, April 3 7 p.m. Planetarium show - Living Worlds Whether earthly or alien, all life […]

    $3 – $5
  • Night Skies

    Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NE

    Join the Omaha Astronomical Society for a magical evening of stargazing at Lauritzen Gardens. Enjoy a tram ride to the rose garden, where you'll view the gorgeous night sky through powerful telescopes. Observe distant deep-sky objects, planets, and the moon in the serene garden setting. Program is designed for ages 16 and older. Pre-registration is […]

    $30
  • Wetlands Bird Walk

    Fontenelle Forest Wetlands 103 Camp Gifford Road, Bellevue, NE, United States

    Grab your binoculars and join Fontenelle Forest for a Naturalist guided hike through the Wetlands in search of Pileated Woodpeckers and migratory birds making their way through the Forest in the early spring! Waterfowl move through the Forest early in the year, and other small songbirds start to appear as plants start to grow and […]

    $10 – $25
  • Wings Over the Platte

    Wings Over the Platte
    Stuhr Museum 3133 West Highway 34, Grand Island, NE

    Flowing across the heart of the Great Plains, the Platte River has long been a source of life, movement, and inspiration. Wings Over the Platte celebrates the landscapes, waterways, and wildlife that define this region through the vision of artists connected to the Platte River Valley. From sweeping prairie horizons and ever-changing skies to intimate studies of […]

    Free with membership, Daily Admission rates apply for non-members
  • 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 by the slides.  This is a free family friendly hour for you to learn about nature, astronomy, chemistry, medicine and more with hands-on science activities (while supplies last). Science Sunday Activities: April 12 - Pi Bracelet Making  April 19 […]

    Free
  • Wings Over the Platte

    Wings Over the Platte
    Stuhr Museum 3133 West Highway 34, Grand Island, NE

    Flowing across the heart of the Great Plains, the Platte River has long been a source of life, movement, and inspiration. Wings Over the Platte celebrates the landscapes, waterways, and wildlife that define this region through the vision of artists connected to the Platte River Valley. From sweeping prairie horizons and ever-changing skies to intimate studies of […]

    Free with membership, Daily Admission rates apply for non-members
  • Wings Over the Platte

    Wings Over the Platte
    Stuhr Museum 3133 West Highway 34, Grand Island, NE

    Flowing across the heart of the Great Plains, the Platte River has long been a source of life, movement, and inspiration. Wings Over the Platte celebrates the landscapes, waterways, and wildlife that define this region through the vision of artists connected to the Platte River Valley. From sweeping prairie horizons and ever-changing skies to intimate studies of […]

    Free with membership, Daily Admission rates apply for non-members
  • Wings Over the Platte

    Wings Over the Platte
    Stuhr Museum 3133 West Highway 34, Grand Island, NE

    Flowing across the heart of the Great Plains, the Platte River has long been a source of life, movement, and inspiration. Wings Over the Platte celebrates the landscapes, waterways, and wildlife that define this region through the vision of artists connected to the Platte River Valley. From sweeping prairie horizons and ever-changing skies to intimate studies of […]

    Free with membership, Daily Admission rates apply for non-members