School + Community Programs
Featured Programs
Museum Field Trips
Get out of the classroom with a trip to OMSI! Explore the Turbine Hall, Natural Sciences Hall, traveling exhibits, and more. The Museum is a great place for learners of all ages! Time to get out of the classroom and into OMSI for learning and fun! A museum field trip includes four exhibit halls and […]
all grades
science skills and core concepts
field trip to the museum
museum admission
Traveling Education Programs
OMSI Traveling Education Programs bring the joy of learning on the road and directly to your school, community organization, or other indoor outing! Topics range in subject material and includes over 30 classroom lab programs, 5 large scale assembly programs, a portable planetarium dome, and 12+ tables full of Science Festival brain-teasers! Traveling Education Programs […]
adults, all grades
science skills and core concepts
community family events, program at your site
assemblies, community family events, lab programs
Outdoor School
Spring Registration is now open! OMSI Outdoor School is the perfect opportunity to get your class out in nature in-line with current science standards. Our full-service program is specifically designed for students in grades 4 through 8, but participants of all grade levels are welcome. OMSI offers two distinct locations for Outdoor School in Oregon—Camp […]
all grades
people and place, sensory exploration
outdoor school
overnights
Family Science Nights
Time to get out of the classroom and into the museum for an evening of family learning fun! This exclusive event for your school or non-profit group is designed to foster community between teachers, parents, and students. Family Science Nights at the Museum strengthen parent and family involvement in science exploration and discovery as well as […]
adults, all grades
science skills and core concepts
community family events
community family events
Submarine Overnights
Time to get out of the classroom and into OMSI for learning and fun! A Submarine Overnight includes four exhibit halls, programming, breakfast, and more! Experience what it’s like to live on a submarine, explore the torpedo room, peer through a periscope, and sleep in the crew’s quarters. Learn about density and buoyancy as you […]
all grades
science skills and core concepts
overnight programs at the museum
overnights
All Programs
Microscopic Zoo
What amazing creatures live in a single drop of pond water? Students learn to prepare slides and zoom in on microscopic wonders like the stinging tentacles of a pint-size predator and the beating heart of a tiny, translucent crustacean. This program teaches microscope skills and gives insight into an incredible microscopic world. Topics include animal […]
grades 3 5, grades 6 8
people and place, science skills and core concepts
program at your site
lab programs
Move Your Self
Get your class moving and shaking while investigating the effects of exercise on the human body. Students explore the benefits and science behind exercise. Room requirements: A large room, such as a multipurpose room or gym. Topics include physical fitness, biology and health. This program is specifically designed for grades K through 5. Looking for […]
grades 3 5, grades k 2
people and place, science skills and core concepts
program at your site
lab programs
Kiddie Chemistry
In this introduction to basic chemistry, young students study mixtures and chemical reactions involving changes in color, temperature and states of matter. They’ll watch solutions change right before their eyes! Topics include chemical reactions, mixtures, chemical safety, gases, liquids and solids. This program is specifically designed for grades K through 3. Looking for more information? […]
grades 3 5, grades k 2
science skills and core concepts
program at your site
lab programs
Marvelous Magnets
What’s the attraction? Students explore the wonders of magnetic forces and discover how magnets attract and repel. They levitate a paperclip, confuse a compass and investigate other magnetic marvels. Topics include magnetism, attraction, repulsion and physics. This program is specifically designed for grades K through 2. Looking for more information? Explore quick details about our […]
grades 3 5, grades k 2
science skills and core concepts
program at your site
lab programs
Jolts, Volts, and Wires
Electrifying activities get students charged! Students study the nature of electricity by engineering circuits using generators, batteries, bulbs, motors and more. Topics include generation and transmission of electricity, safety, conductivity and circuits. This program is specifically designed for grades 2 through 8. Looking for more information? Explore quick details about our programs below. View our […]
grades 3 5, grades 6 8, grades k 2
design and industry science, science skills and core concepts
program at your site
lab programs
Investigating Chemistry
Chemicals are like people—no two are exactly alike! In this class, students become chemical detectives, investigating “mystery chemicals” and identifying them based on their unique properties, ranging from solubility to flammability. This chemical exploration emphasizes problem-solving techniques and laboratory safety skills. Topics include chemical reactions, changes in state, chemical safety and properties of compounds. This […]
grades 3 5, grades 6 8
science skills and core concepts
program at your site
lab programs
Electrifying Science
Itty bitty electrons are on the move, and it’s amazing what they can do! We’ll explore the wacky world of electrostatics, learn how renewable technologies like wind turbines and solar cells can power our cities, and witness the awesome power of a high voltage current. Topics include electrostatics, electrical currents, renewable energy, and safety. This […]
grades 6 8, grades 9 12, grades k 2
people and place, science skills and core concepts
program at your site
assemblies
The Sound of Science
Young children love to pluck, strum, whistle and wiggle in this fun-filled musical class. Students experiment with unusual instruments to find out how waves and vibrations create all kinds of sounds—high and low, loud and soft—and how those sounds reach our ears. Topics include ear anatomy, sound waves and vibration. This program is specifically designed […]
early learners, grades k 2
people and place, sensory exploration
program at your site
lab programs
Superpower Dogs
Experience the life-saving superpowers and extraordinary bravery of some of the world’s most amazing dogs in this inspiring true story narrated by Chris Evans. Journey around the globe to meet remarkable dogs who save lives and discover the powerful bond they share with their human partners. Follow ‘Halo’, a rookie puppy training to join one […]
adults, all grades
people and place
field trip to the museum
theater films
Oceans: Our Blue Planet
Oceans: Our Blue Planet takes us on a global odyssey to discover the largest and least explored habitat on earth. New ocean science and technology has allowed us to go further into the unknown than we ever thought possible. From the coastal shallows to deeper, more mysterious worlds, we reveal the untold stories of the […]
adults, all grades
people and place
field trip to the museum
theater films