ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum
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Earth Day 2025
April 25, 3:30 to 7 PM
Join us outdoors for an afternoon of hands-on activities, local vendors, and engaging experiences that highlight the science of sustainability. Celebrate Earth Day while enjoying all that nature has to offer—rain or shine! Earth Day is a call to protect our planet for future generations—come learn, explore, and take action for a more sustainable future.
Please note that museum admission is not included.
Shine On Band
After-party concert
April 25, 6:30 to 8:30 PM
SHINE ON BAND, based in Southern Oregon, is an improvisational cover band that celebrates the timeless music of the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia Band.
Shine On thrives on improvisation, ensuring that no two performances are alike. This spontaneous approach means they rarely repeat songs over consecutive nights, making each show a unique experience.
STEAM Social:
Spring Fling
May 9, 6 to 8 PM
Join us for a hands-on event celebrating the joys of sustainable gardening! Plant a seed to take home for your own garden—or gift it to someone special in honor of Mother’s Day. Local gardening and pollinator advocates may also join us to share tips and inspiration! Whether you're new to gardening or already have a green thumb, this is a fun and meaningful way to celebrate growth, community, and care.
Summer Camps: Now accepting enrollment
June 9 - August 22, 9 AM to 3 PM
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.
Welcome Gabriela!
Executive Director
ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Gabriela Chavarria as its new Executive Director. With over 30 years of experience in the scientific community, she brings extensive expertise in leadership, program development, and public policy.
Gabriela currently serves as the Executive Director of the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture in Seattle, Washington, where she has led initiatives fostering community engagement and inclusivity. She has also served as Vice President and Chief Curator at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, driving innovative science programs. A passionate advocate for native pollinator conservation–especially bumblebees–Gabriela has conducted research in over 30 countries and holds a Ph.D. in Biology from Harvard University.
Under her leadership, ScienceWorks will continue to inspire curiosity through hands-on scientific exploration, while fostering creative thinking and problem-solving. Gabriela shares our commitment to inclusivity and collaboration, strengthening partnerships within the community and beyond.
To celebrate this exciting transition, ScienceWorks will host a community meet-and-greet during the 2025 Earth Day event at the museum from 3:30 to 7:00 PM. Visitors will have the opportunity to connect with Gabriela and learn more about her vision for the museum’s future.
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Gabriela Chavarria as our new Executive Director! We look forward to the incredible innovations she will bring to ScienceWorks and the vibrant future she’ll help create. Join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter!
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!
Facilitated Activities
Weekends 11 AM to 2 PM
Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market
Every Tuesday 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM
March 4 - November 25
$5 Special Admission
First Sunday of every month
Round up for ScienceWorks
Ashland Co-Op's Change for Good program
For the month of April
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Founded in 2002 as a private response to a crisis in public science education, ScienceWorks is committed to inspiring wonder and stimulating creative exploration through hands-on interactive science. We offer a variety of programs, for curious minds of all ages, that are both fun and educational.
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