Way Out West

Hunt a mammoth, stroll through an Old West town, and more in our flagship Idaho exhibit.

LIFE BEFORE DINOSAURS

SEPTEMBER 7 IS THE LAST DAY! Step back 290 million years to meet the Permian monsters—strange, fearsome creatures that ruled land and sea before the greatest extinction in Earth’s history.

Declaration: 250 Years of US

Rediscover the story of America’s birth—peering into the minds of the founders, considering what was at stake, and reflecting on the complexity of our remarkable nation—and how it has shaped us as Americans.

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  • Pop-in Program

    Fun, hands-on STEAM learning experiences for the family

  • Little Learners

    Parents and kids ages 2-5, explore a new topic each month through crafts, games, songs, and snacks

    $6
  • Little Learners

    Parents and kids ages 2-5, explore a new topic each month through crafts, games, songs, and snacks

    $6

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