Programs & Events
Always something happening
Whether you’re looking for a toddler class, a date night, or a fancy gala, MOI is planning an event for you. Learn about recurring programs and search for upcoming dates. Use the “Event Category” filter to search by type, such as “for kids” or “Museum After Dark.”
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Recurring family & kids programs
Select a category or search the calendar below for upcoming dates and more info
Discovery Day
- hands-on experiments for ages 6-12
- 3rd Saturdays @ 2pm
Jr. Docent program
- volunteering and more for ages 14-17
- July to August
Little Learners
- STEM for ages 2-5
- 2nd Thursdays @ 10am and 1pm
Meet a Scientist
- expert presentations for the whole family
- 3rd Saturdays @ 1pm
Night at the Museum
- a sleepover with activities and food
- 2x per year
Summer Day Camps
- four options for ages 6-9 or 10+
- June and August
Recurring adult & educator programs
Select a category or search the calendar below for upcoming dates and more info
Museum After Dark
- unique events for your 21+ night out
- one Friday per month
Museum Club
- lecture-style presentations from experts
- 1st and 3rd Thursdays @ 3pm
MOI Fundraiser Gala
- a swanky party for a good cause
- 1x per year (next up: August 26, 2022)
Gorongosa Adventure
- a life-changing trip to Mozambique
- 2023 info coming soon
Archaeology Tours
- explore an important local preserve
- every summer
Educator Camps
- adventures in CEU credit
- every summer