Family Days


 

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Next Family Day

 

Saturday, November 22, 2025

12 - 4 pm

Theme: Archaeology

 

Child and adult measure and sketch artifacts.
Discover archaeology! See and touch artifacts, make and throw an atlatl, watch flint knapping, and uncover and learn about tools. Meet archaeologists, create clay crafts, explore galleries with a scavenger hunt, and more.

 

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Activities are designed for all ages.  Adult supervision required.

There is no admission fee for ages 17 and under at Family Days.

 

 

Hands-on science, culture, history, and art!

Family Days allow the whole family to connect with the museum! Enjoy hands-on activities, including crafts, games, and experiments. Meet curators and other experts. See and touch museum specimens. Explore the galleries.

Family Days are designed to engage the whole family in exploring, investigating, and having fun. All ages are welcome! 

Guests 17 and under are FREE on Family Days, and parking is always free on weekends!

 

TOTE logo.Museum Family Days are proudly presented by TOTE.

 



Learn more about Family Days!

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Virtual Family Days

Virtual Family Days feature video interviews with experts, how-to craft videos, and hands-on activities designed to do at home.

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Past Family Days

Curious about what happens at a Family Day? See pictures and read about past Family Day themes, guests, and activities!