The Las Cruces Museum of Nature & Science continues to offer take out activity kits in May. Kits are free but require reservation. To reserve kits please contact Stephanie at shawkins@las-cruces.org. Kits are available while supplies last and must be picked up on Wednesday, May 19. Pursuant to state health guidelines, social distancing measures are in place and mask-wearing is required.
“Saturday Family Science – Homopolar Motor”
Learn about electric currents by building a simple homopolar motor. Recommended ages 7 and up.
“STEAMpunk – Ahmed Zewail - Femtochemistry”
Experiment with the seemingly instantaneous changes of chemical reactions. Recommended ages 7 and up.
“Nature & Science Discovery Pre-K”
Explore the ancient past with two paleontology-themed activities in the Junior Paleontologist kit. Recommended for ages 2-5.
“Animal Scat Detective”
Learn how to identify animals in your area by studying their scat with the help of this animal scat detective kit! Recommended ages 7 and up.
The Museum of Nature & Science is currently closed due to the public health order. The Museum is located at 411 N. Main Street and is accessible from RoadRUNNER Transit Route 1 Stop 36. For additional information, and updates on reopening, visit the website at: http://las-cruces.org/1523/Museums or follow us on Facebook and Instagram @LCMuseums.