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Native American Community Science Night

Jan 23, 2026 | 6-9pm

The Museum
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An evening at OMSI to celebrate the Native Community

OMSI is excited to host our fourth-annual Native American Community Science Night! This family friendly event welcomes visitors of all ages for a night of museum exploring, science demos, lectures, and cultural entertainment. All are welcome!

Featuring music, science demonstrations, planetarium shows, access to our featured exhibit, Montsers of the Abyss. Science Playground will be open for those 6 years old and under and we will have activities for all ages.

Ticket includes all activities. OMSI members receive a 15% discount

Tickets

Native American Community Science Night General Admission
$10 Adults, $8 Youth/Seniors | 15% OMSI member discount
Includes access to OMSI’s featured exhibit hall, turbine hall, and all activities, performances, Planetarium shows, and vendors taking part in the event.

Activities Happening All Night

Exhibits

Monsters of the Abyss | Dive back in time to explore what lurked beneath the surface at the newest exhibit in Portland—Monsters of the Abyss: Aquatic Predators Past + Present. Meet massive mosasaurs, a spine-chilling Spinosaurus, and bizarre creatures as you travel through millions of years, witnessing the rise and fall of Earth’s most awe-inspiring aquatic creatures as well as their present-day descendants. Highlighted by amazing fossils, daily educational programming, and some unbelievable live animals, this exhibit brings guests face-to-face with the real-life monsters who defy imagination and have inspired myths and legends. You’ll have to see them to believe them.

Attractions

Vendors | See below for a full list of small businesses, local services, and snack vendors that will be present at the event.

 

Science Playground | For children 0-6 years of age. Open until 8pm.

 

OMSI Photobooth | Pose with friends and family, take home a photo.

 

Timed Activities

Turbine Hall Stage
Stay tuned!

 

Kendall Planetarium
Stay tuned!

 

Science Playground
6:30 & 7:30PM | Story Time

Science Demonstrations

More to come!

Vendors


More to come!

Food + Beverage

We will have local food carts parked on the front plaza for dinner service!

Questions? Email events@omsi.edu. Ticketing questions call 503.797.4000 x0

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions? Email events@omsi.edu or call 503.797.4000 x0.

Who is invited to Native American Community Science Night?

This event is kid/family friendly, and inclusive of anyone interested in attending.

Is there any food and beverage at this event?

Yes, our restaurant Theory will have their pizza oven open.

Do I have to pay for parking?

Parking will be free for this event.

Visiting Soon?

OMSI is committed to making science-fueled fun available for all in our community. We are proud to offer admission assistance, financial aid, and accessible services throughout the museum. Explore access resources and amenities for guests visiting the museum.

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