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The American Revolution: Extended Excerpts

Saturday, January 24, 3 PM
Free admission to Science Theater


Experience a 36-minute extended preview of The American Revolution, the new six-part documentary series by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. Southern Oregon PBS CEO Phil Meyer will join us at ScienceWorks to introduce curated clips that explore how thirteen colonies united, fought for independence, and sparked global democratic change. Watch the full series on PBS.org or the PBS App.


Film screening admission is free and includes entry to the Science Theater. Museum exhibits require separate admission.

Corporate funding for The American Revolution was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for The American Revolution was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. The American Revolution was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

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Hands-On Happenings

Weekends in January
10 AM to 2 PM
Free with membership or admission


This January, the tinkering studio turns into a Cardboard Arcade — a hands-on space where you can design and build your own arcade games while exploring engineering principles and letting your imagination run wild.


Come play, learn, and stay curious!

Two New Worlds to Explore At ScienceWorks


Meet insects that thrive underground and discover the power of water through interactive engineering play. ScienceWorks’ newest exhibits spark curiosity at every turn. Jump in and explore what’s new at ScienceWorks!

Field Notes

Where science, stories, and curiosity meet
Field Notes logo - looks like a stick figure with a lightbulb for a head, reading a book.

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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December 31, 2025
This post highlights some of the species and photos I didn’t get a chance to post about yet and is a brief recap of the birds I found this year.

About Us

ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum is a vibrant hub for curiosity, creativity, and discovery 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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Hands-On Happenings

Weekends 11 AM to 2 PM

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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

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