Week of Events
NE SciFest Scavenger Hunt
Download the scavenger hunt and go out and search for science. Ten quests await you – no matter where you live in Nebraska. You have all month long, April 1-30, to complete these tasks. Tag us on social media or email us and share your completed hunt!
Discovery Days at The Hall of History
Visit The Hall of History Museum at Boys Town, and explore their science stations. Make your own comic books, design your own superhero outfit, learn about pottery, make a molding of a butterfly or dinosaur – to take home, and take a peek into microscopes and guess how much your brain weighs. Plus, don’t forget to stop by their “Brain Games” wall.
Sunday, April 5, 2026
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April 5, 2026 -The Science Club at Yates Illuminates
The Science Club at Yates Illuminates
The Science Club is back at Yates Illuminates! Free and open to youth ages 4–16, this is a space to explore, build, experiment, and learn together. Sessions take place on select Sundays this spring, with a couple of special Saturday dates added in.
Monday, April 6, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
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April 7, 2026 -Birds of a Feather at Mahoney State Park
Birds of a Feather at Mahoney State Park
Feathers, Forms and Functions: Consider how the form of a bird (beak, feathers, feet) relates to the functions they do to survive and thrive in the wild.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
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April 9, 2026 -Shells to Shuttles
Shells to Shuttles
Explore biomimicry and learn how humans take design inspiration from nature. With assistance from our partners from Nebraska Wildlife Rehab, use learned strategies to design space capsules and safely land an "astronaut." Teams will get hands-on with engineering challenges and meet a live animal ambassador to see nature’s tricks up close! This is a free event for kids ages 6-12. Registration is required.
Friday, April 10, 2026
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April 10, 2026 -Barn Girls NE SciFest Day
Barn Girls NE SciFest Day
Step inside a thriving urban farm and explore the fascinating world of microgreens, sustainable agriculture, and innovative growing techniques at this exciting Nebraska Science Festival event at Barn Girls Farms! During this open house, participants will learn how tiny seeds transform into nutrient-packed microgreens, learn about urban farming, and see firsthand how fresh food can be grown right in the heart of the city.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
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April 11, 2026 -Science of Ice Cream and Dry Ice
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April 11, 2026 -Return of the THUNDERBIRDS
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April 11, 2026 -Astronomy Night
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April 11, 2026 -Night Skies at Lauritzen Gardens
Science of Ice Cream and Dry Ice
eCreamery staff will conduct an informative presentation on the “Science of Ice Cream and Dry Ice.” Students will be given a small tour of the facility, a lesson on how ice cream is made, a brief history of ice cream, and the differences in density and composition between gelato, sorbet and ice cream. During the dry ice presentation, they will present the chemistry of dry ice and explain density and dissipation. This event is for kids 12 and under.
Return of the THUNDERBIRDS
This family-fun “something for everyone” event celebrates the time of year many Native peoples give thanks to the Thunder beings for providing rebirth with rain & thunder. It is also a time we celebrate the return of many migratory birds to Nebraska. So Audubon and the Indian Center are celebrating together with music, dance, food, arts, kids games and activities, and much much more. FREE and fun for all.
Astronomy Night
Enjoy a night filled with all things space! Join for hands-on activities led by museum educators and our community partners. Morrill Hall will be open late just for this event.
Night Skies at Lauritzen Gardens
Join the Omaha Astronomical Society for a magical evening of stargazing at Lauritzen Gardens. Enjoy a tram ride to the rose garden, where you’ll view the gorgeous night sky through powerful telescopes. Observe distant deep-sky objects, planets, and the moon in the serene garden setting. Program is designed for ages 16 and older. Pre-registration is required at least one week in advance of the session.
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