Packrat Programs
During Packrat Programs, kids enjoy a ~30 minute activity led by our Education staff followed by exclusive playtime before we open the playhouse to the public! Developmentally appropriate activities focus on science, language, exercise, and socialization through hands-on activities and play.
Please note: Infants and 1 year olds can accompany their parents and will not be charged.
Packrat Programs: 2-5 Year Olds
Both Animal Yoga and Story Time feature interactive learning, hands-on fun, and exclusive playtime. Kids learn about desert plants and animals, meet a live animal up close, and go home with a fun prize! By balancing new information with familiar routines, it’s a perfect option for active preschoolers. Check out the schedule below to register. If space is available, you may also pay for a program day-of at the Front Ticket Window.
- Age: 2-5 Years Old
(At least one adult chaperone is required and is included in the program price.) - Price: $10 Members; $12 Non-Members
- When: Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month; 9 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Please note: Program costs do not include admission to the museum.
Packrat Programs: 6-12 Year Olds
The first Saturday of every month features Science Saturday in the Packrat Playhouse! Through interactive learning, experiments, and hands-on activities kids will learn all about diverse desert plants, animated animals, and our extreme environment. Each Saturday in the series features a different topic so returning participants are always entertained. Kids will also meet a live animal up-close and go home with a fun prize. Check out the schedule below and register. If space is available, you may also pay for a program on the day-of at the Front Ticket Window.
- Age: 6-12 Years Old
(At least one adult chaperone is required and is included in the program price.) - Price: $10 Members; $12 Non-Members
- When: 1st Saturday of every month; 9 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Please note: Program costs do not include admission to the museum.
Rise and Shine - It's Packrat Playtime!
Get to the playhouse early to enjoy open play. We put out tons of extra toys and art materials. Educators roam the exhibit to help initiate games. Kids’ imaginations will run wild as their social skills improve. Make new friends while you beat the heat. Great option for clubs, camps, and caregiver groups!
- Age: 6-12 Years Old
(At least one adult chaperone is required per group.) - Price: $8 for 1st child & chaperone, $5 for each additional child in the group.
- When: Once a month; 9 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Please note: Program costs do not include admission to the museum.
