Now Showing in the Planetarium: The Apollo Story Over fifty years ago, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins made history as the first crew to land on the surface of the Moon. Discover the feat that was our first lunar exploration and how this mission will inspire future generations of astronauts and space travel! $5 per ticket (all ages) GET TICKETS
How do fossils form? Can they exist in space? Are scientists looking for fossils on other worlds? Answer these questions and more in this unique intersection of technology, astronomy, biology, and paleontology! $5 per person GET TICKETS
Why do we have an extra day every 4 years? Does it really matter? Learn how time is closely related to astronomy, influencing the calendars you use daily. This 30-minute program is presented at these times on 2/29: 10:30 AM 11:30 AM 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Included with the purchase of Museum Admission GET TICKETS
Elementary school children will experience enriching science, culture, art, and outdoor activities during scheduled teacher workdays at area schools. FUNtastic Day Camp experiences include: Live animals Planetarium shows, art, and cool hands-on explorations of science, history, and culture Outdoor time (weather permitting) Games and recreation DAY CAMP HOURS: 7:30 AM – 6 PM Gaston County Schools: Friday, 10/13 Monday, 2/19 Friday, 3/8 Piedmont...
Are you ready for a SHAM-rocking adventure? Join us on St. Patrick’s Day for a scavenger hunt filled with STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) challenges and riddles. Who knows? You might just find a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Perfect for ages 2-7 with an accompanying adult. $5 per participant with museum admission. (Purchase tickets at the admissions desk when...
Discover the stars, planets, and other celestial events visible in the sky tonight. This program will give you the skills needed to find your way around the night sky. This interactive show is different every...
Due to expected inclement weather, this event has been canceled. Join us for Flower Power on Saturday, April 20 to meet the animals, mine for gemstones, and MORE. Celebrate the arrival of spring with cute farm animals! Learn all about our pigs, sheep, goats, mini-cows and more at special keeper talks, and have the opportunity to pet and feed some of our animals. Hop over...
Don't miss the most EGGciting event of the season - the Great Dino Giveaway! For one day only, kids ages 12 and under who visit the museum can choose one dinosaur egg filled with a ROARsome surprise! Everyone who plays will get a TREXcellent souvenir, but a lucky few will choose a golden egg and take home a plush dinosaur buddy.* *Eggs are available while...
Are you bubbling with questions about bubbles? Discover how bubbles are formed, what ingredients make the best bubbles, and explore bubbles of different shapes and sizes! Bubble-ology is just $3 with museum admission (free for members). Purchase tickets at the admissions desk when you arrive.
Friday Night Lights: Planetarium Shows 6 PM & 7 PM Perfect for a date night, a friends' night out, or fun for the whole family, visit the James H. Lynn Planetarium for a special Friday...
Friday Night Lights: Planetarium Shows 6 PM & 7 PM Perfect for a date night, a friends' night out, or fun for the whole family, visit the James H. Lynn Planetarium for a special Friday...
Create a parachute fit for a Peep! Visitors of all ages can use principles of engineering to build a parachute for this sweet treat. Sessions are offered at 11 AM or 1 PM and cost just $3 plus museum admission (free for members). Purchase tickets at the admissions desk when you arrive.
Do you ever wonder what the museum’s skunk eats? Or why the snapping turtle never moves? Learn the answers to these questions and more during daily keeper talks, April 1-6 at 11 AM and 2 PM daily, and April 7 at 2 PM. You may see an animal feeding or meet an animal up close - talks vary daily. Bring your questions and learn more...
The Schiele Museum is committed to inspiring curiosity and understanding of science and the natural world.
MUSEUM OPEN DAILY
Monday – Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM
Sunday 1 – 5 PM
