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ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum

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Summer Camps: Now Enrolling

June 9 - August 22, 9 AM to 3 PM
Ages: 6 - 12

Discover an unforgettable summer of science, creativity, and hands-on fun at ScienceWorks Summer Camps! With exciting themes like aeronautics, space exploration, and nature discovery, there’s something for every young explorer—reserve your spot today! Packed with hands-on activities, creative exploration, and endless discovery, our camps inspire curiosity and fun for all young learners.

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Mural Fest 2025

June 21 - 22
Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM (Live music CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN)
Sunday 10 AM to 6 PM
Free


We're excited to host the second annual Mural Fest on the ScienceWorks plaza this summer! Murals have a unique power to create shared landmarks — sparking conversation, connection, and inspiration. Ashland Mural Fest invites the Southern Oregon community to witness the creation of large-scale public art in real time. Come celebrate local artists and the vibrant role that public art plays in shaping and reflecting our community.  There will be food, music, and more.

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Artist Talk with Sarah F. Burns

Sunday, June 29
3 to 4 PM
ScienceWorks Theater
Free admission to presentation


Join us Sunday, June 29 from 3 to 4 PM for a special presentation with Southern Oregon artist Sarah F. Burns, the first Acorn Woman Lookout Artist-in-Residence with the Siskiyou Crest Coalition. Sarah will share a 45-minute slide talk featuring photos and stories from her time in the lookout, along with an exhibit of the paintings she created during her stay. A Q&A will follow. Free and open to the public — no registration required!

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July STEAM Social: Burning to Learn

July 11, 6 to 8 PM
Free for members and SOU Students
$10 non-members


Get fired up for Burning to Learn, our July STEAM Social spotlighting the work of Southern Oregon Forest Restoration Collaborative (SOFRC). Explore wildfire science through art, hands-on activities, and expert talks.

 

Create your own watercolor fire triangle in Blaze & Brush, build a free DIY air filter, and enjoy a short film and presentation with wildfire educators. This event also supports the Fire Education for All campaign, funding local fire ecology and ITEK programs for K–12 students.

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Creative Dance for Children

Fridays in July & August


We’re teaming up with Creative Dance for Children to offer joyful movement classes for kids 7 and under, Fridays from July 11 to August 29. Held in our colorful Pacific Crest Cove, classes are $10–15 drop-in or $68–100 for the series. Member discounts available! Register at CreativeDance.me

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Win a Free Birthday Party


We're looking for birthday stars to feature in our next round of party photos! Two lucky winners will receive a FREE ScienceWorks birthday party — complete with goody bags, a hands-on workshop, and museum fun.

Enter our Birthday Party Drawing by June 30 for a chance to win. Winners will be announced July 1, and parties must be redeemed by September 28!
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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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Facilitated Activities

Weekends 11 AM to 2 PM


A fruit stand at a farmer's market

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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STEAM Socials

Second Friday of every month


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Events

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Exhibits

See what the museum has to offer


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Birthday Rentals

Now offering workshop and goody bag add-ons


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Memberships

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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.

We’ve got something new to share — 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.

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June 20, 2025
We’re thrilled to welcome the cyclists of Bicycle Rides Northwest (BRNW) as they camp with us during their Oregon 2025 ride.
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5pm Paleoart Through Time - Artist Reception

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10am Mural Fest 2025

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10am Wall Dancing - Ashland Aerial Arts

11am SciWrx at Juneteenth Celebration in Medford

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Bicycle Rides Northwest visit ScienceWorks

10am Mural Fest 2025

10am Wall Dancing - Ashland Aerial Arts

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3pm Artist Talk with Sarah F. Burns - Siskiyou Crest Artist in Residence

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ScienceWorks Closed

11am Post-Parade Play in the Park

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