Welcome to ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum

Upcoming Programs and Events

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Silent Auction

Closes Sunday, Oct 25 at 8 PM


Monster Ball Silent Auction Is aLIVE!


The Monster Ball fun doesn’t end when the costumes come off! Our Monster Ball Silent Auction is now live, with a collection of experiences, adventures, local favorites, and ScienceWorks treasures donated by our generous community partners.


Bidding closes Sunday, October 25, at 8 PM! Browse the auction, find your favorites, and place your bids before time runs out.

Bid Now!
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Monster Ball

In Memory of Sarah Wood
Saturday, October 24
4 to 8 PM


Monsters of all ages, mark your calendars! Our annual Monster Ball returns for a night of spooky science, hands-on activities, crafts, workshops, performances, a silent auction, and more. Show off your most creative costume in our costume contest, with prizes for the scariest, funniest, and cutest looks!

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NOON Year's Eve

Thursday, December 31
10 AM to 2 PM
Free with Membership or Admission


Celebrate the New Year at NOON at ScienceWorks on Thursday, December 31! We’re opening specially for this favorite annual celebration. Enjoy hands-on science, colorful experiments, and two joyful balloon drops at 12 PM — including a sensory-friendly countdown in Kranzler Hall. Try our new paint-filled Egg Drop Challenge, and help support local families by bringing a nonperishable food donation for the Ashland Food Bank. Admission is free for members or included with regular admission. Pre-sale tickets are available to help you skip the line. Reserve your tickets today and celebrate the new year with us at noon!

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Nov 11

Dinovember

Day Camp

Step into the world of dinosaurs for a day of prehistoric fun! During this one-day camp, young paleontologists will explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs through hands-on activities, creative projects, games, and science-based discovery. From learning about the creatures that once roamed our planet to using their own imaginations to explore the prehistoric past, campers will have plenty of opportunities to dig in, experiment, and get curious.


Grades K-5

9AM - 3PM

$90.00 members / $110.00 non-members

Creative Dance for Children back at ScienceWorks, fall session Fridays Oct 9–Dec 18, ages 1–8.

CREATIVE DANCE FOR CHILDREN

Creative Dance Classes are Back — Sign Up Today!

Creative Dance for Children (CDFC) is returning to ScienceWorks this fall! Taught by Cassie Preskenis, these classes offer children a unique movement experience that embraces differences, celebrates inclusivity, and encourages social-emotional awareness through dance.


Classes will be held on Fridays from October 9 through December 18 at ScienceWorks.


Creative Dance for Children is an independent organization that holds classes at ScienceWorks and registration is required through their website.


Learn more and register at www.creativedance.me


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New Public Hours Effective September 1


ScienceWorks will be open to the public Friday – Sunday, 10 AM to 5 PM.


We look forward to welcoming you Friday through Sunday with hands-on activities, exhibits, and plenty of opportunities to play, learn, and stay curious!

Spin a sculpture. Solve a puzzle. Wear a crown. Build something new.

Peter Tobey's Dreamland is filled with possibilities — follow your imagination and see where it leads. Stay curious!

Field Notes

Where science, stories, and curiosity meet
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Welcome to Field Notes! Inspired by the way scientists, engineers, and artists track ideas and breakthroughs, Field Notes is your behind-the-scenes look at all things ScienceWorks. Follow along for stories, interviews, updates, and inspiration from our team and partners as we explore the intersections of science, community, and curiosity.

Latest Story:
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Beatrice Is Here, and She’s Ready for Spider Season

October 6, 2026
If you drive on Walker Avenue in Ashland, you may have noticed a new and exciting resident at ScienceWorks: Beatrice the Widowmaker, our new giant spider sculpture!

About Us

ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum is a vibrant hub for curiosity, creativity, and exploration located in Southern Oregon. Designed for learners of all ages, ScienceWorks offers interactive exhibits, hands-on workshops, and engaging programs that bring the wonders of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) to life. It's more than a museum — it's a place to spark imagination and discover new ways to play, learn, and stay curious!

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Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market

Every Tuesday 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM

March 4 - November 25

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$5 Special Admission

First Sunday of every month

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Events

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Birthday Parties

Now offering workshops and goody bags

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