Events

Explore, learn, and connect at ScienceWorks!

From hands-on workshops to community celebrations, our events spark curiosity and bring people together. Join us for fun and discovery!

STEAM Socials

Every Second Friday

Every second Friday of the month, we invite the community to hang out at the museum for a multigenerational evening of science, creativity, and fun. Enjoy a variety of beverages, including wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options, while participating in a different hands-on activity or workshop each month. These social evenings are open to all ages, making them perfect for families, friends, and anyone curious about exploring the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics)!

If you're interested in becoming a performer at our STEAM Social events, please fill out this form.

Upcoming Special Events

Photo of students learning about traditional indigenous basket weaving

June STEAM Social: Fire Works

June 13, 6 to 8 PM

Free for members and SOU Students

$10 non-members

Join us Friday, June 13, for a special “Fire Works” edition of our STEAM Social series, spotlighting Lomakatsi Restoration Project.

Explore wildfire resilience through Indigenous knowledge, science, and community action. Belinda Brown, Lomakatsi’s Tribal Partnerships Director, will share about cultural fire practices and collaborative restoration. Enjoy basket weaving, native plant ID, and the short film, "Tribal Hands on the Land."

In lieu of material fees, we invite donations to support the Fire Education for All campaign.

Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Don’t miss this multigenerational evening of STEAM exploration.

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Mural Fest 2025

June 21 - 22

10 AM to 9 PM Saturday (Live music 5 to 9 PM)

10 AM to 6 PM Sunday

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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Paleoart Through Time

Public Opening Event

June 6, 5 to 7 PM

Free

ScienceWorks invites the community to experience their newest exhibit, "Paleoart Through Time." The exhibit opens with a special First Friday event on the evening of June 6 from 5 to 7 PM, where you can meet the artist and explore the sculptures. Admission is free and beverages will be available for purchase.

Graduating SOU sculpture student Drew Hogan's installation is a chronological exploration of how our understanding of prehistoric species has evolved from the early 1900s to now, with pop-culture touchstones. The paleoart exhibit is ideal for learners of all ages and will be on display at ScienceWorks until the end of September.

Learn more about the exhibit

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