Cook Museum of Natural Science

May 25 - August 8: Mondays - Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm* Cost varies by mining bag size ($6 – $50 +tax) Located outdoors in the Museum’s Courtyard, visitors can purchase mining bags to try their hand at sluicing. Wash the dirt away to see what gemstones are revealed. Use the included ID card to learn more about the gemstones you get to take home. *Weather Dependent: Closed when there is rain or temperatures below 48°Click here for more information and pricing.Mining Bags a

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

Wednesdays, August 5, 12, 26, & September 2 from 9:30 am - 1 pmFor all ages (ages 2 & under FREE but will need a ticket)$15 (+ tax) per participant, per session; $5 Member Discount Register Online! Limited spots available; advance registration recommended. Kick off the school year with a fun, family-friendly experience featuring hands-on learning stations and Exhibit exploration! Classroom activities are designed for participants in grades K - 6 to complete with a register

May 25 - August 8: Mondays - Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm* Cost varies by mining bag size ($6 – $50 +tax) Located outdoors in the Museum’s Courtyard, visitors can purchase mining bags to try their hand at sluicing. Wash the dirt away to see what gemstones are revealed. Use the included ID card to learn more about the gemstones you get to take home. *Weather Dependent: Closed when there is rain or temperatures below 48°Click here for more information and pricing.Mining Bags a

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

May 25 - August 8: Mondays - Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm* Cost varies by mining bag size ($6 – $50 +tax) Located outdoors in the Museum’s Courtyard, visitors can purchase mining bags to try their hand at sluicing. Wash the dirt away to see what gemstones are revealed. Use the included ID card to learn more about the gemstones you get to take home. *Weather Dependent: Closed when there is rain or temperatures below 48°Click here for more information and pricing.Mining Bags a

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

May 25 - August 8: Mondays - Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm* Cost varies by mining bag size ($6 – $50 +tax) Located outdoors in the Museum’s Courtyard, visitors can purchase mining bags to try their hand at sluicing. Wash the dirt away to see what gemstones are revealed. Use the included ID card to learn more about the gemstones you get to take home. *Weather Dependent: Closed when there is rain or temperatures below 48°Click here for more information and pricing.Mining Bags a

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

May 25 - August 8: Mondays - Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm* Cost varies by mining bag size ($6 – $50 +tax) Located outdoors in the Museum’s Courtyard, visitors can purchase mining bags to try their hand at sluicing. Wash the dirt away to see what gemstones are revealed. Use the included ID card to learn more about the gemstones you get to take home. *Weather Dependent: Closed when there is rain or temperatures below 48°Click here for more information and pricing.Mining Bags a

When: Saturdays at 12:30 pmCost: FREE for Members or with General Admission Visit the Cook Museum of Natural Science on Saturdays at 12:30 pm to learn how nature is diverse and amazing! Each week’s brief presentation will discuss different natural science topics.

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

Wednesdays, August 5, 12, 26, & September 2 from 9:30 am - 1 pmFor all ages (ages 2 & under FREE but will need a ticket)$15 (+ tax) per participant, per session; $5 Member Discount Register Online! Limited spots available; advance registration recommended. Kick off the school year with a fun, family-friendly experience featuring hands-on learning stations and Exhibit exploration! Classroom activities are designed for participants in grades K - 6 to complete with a register

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

When: Saturdays at 12:30 pmCost: FREE for Members or with General Admission Visit the Cook Museum of Natural Science on Saturdays at 12:30 pm to learn how nature is diverse and amazing! Each week’s brief presentation will discuss different natural science topics.

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

August & September 2026Senior Field Trip Pricing: $12 (+ tax) per Senior Adult, With a minimum group of 15 or more, booked at least one week in advance You are never too old to go on a field trip! Bring your group of Senior Adults to the Cook Museum in August or September to enjoy smaller crowds, discounted field trip pricing, and fantastic indoor Exhibits. The Museum provides a hands-on, immersive experience where visitors of all ages can explore, interact with, and learn about natur

Tuesday, August 18 at 9:15 am and 10:30 amOR Wednesday, August 19 at 9:15 am $48 (+ tax) for 1 child & 1 adult for all four classes$48 (+ tax) for an additional child for all four classes For children ages 2 - 4 with caregiver Limited spots available; advance registration recommended. Register Online! All four classes will be sold as a unit for the same weekday (Wednesday or Thursday) and time slot each month (August - November). Come join the fun in these wonderfully en