July STEM Programs at the Museum of Nature and Science
The Las Cruces Museum of Nature & Science will offer in-person STEM programs for children and families this July. Admission to the museum and programs is free.

“Nature & Science Discovery PreK”
Thursdays, 10am-11am
Registration is open for August’s Pre-K series. Nurture your little one’s love of science! Investigate paleontology through hands-on explorations, stories, and crafts every Thursday in August. Please register in-person at the Museum of Nature & Science by July 29. Recommended for ages 2-5 with an adult caregiver.

“Saturday Family Science – Cotton Ball Cannons”
Saturday, July 9th, 10am - 11am
Man your stations!  Learn how to build your own cotton ball cannon using things you can find around your own house. Recommended for ages 6 and up, adult caregiver participation is required.

“Telescope Views”
Tuesday, July 12, 7pm-9pm
The first images from the James Webb Space Telescope will be released on July 12. Take a close look at the image and learn about what it shows from astronomer Dr. Pedraza and look into the night sky with a telescope viewing from 8pm-9pm. No registration needed, all ages.

“STEAMpunk –Lewis Latimer and Paper Circuits”
Saturday, July 23rd, 10am-11am
In 1881, Lewis Latimer received a patent for the “Electric Lamp.” This was an improved way of using electricity to produce light. STEAMpunk this month will dive into who Latimer was by creating our own paper circuits. No registration needed, recommended for ages 10 and over.

“Summer Wednesdays – Skulltastic!”
Wednesday, July 6th, 1st session at 5pm, 2nd session at 6pm
Learn how to identify different animal species by observing different skulls during this interactive program. No registration needed, all ages.
“Live Animal Feedings”
Saturdays, July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 11am
It’s brunch time! Watch and learn how different species of animals eat, and what they eat. Animal feedings take place in the gallery at the Museum of Nature & Science. No registration needed, all ages.

“Animal Encounters”
Saturday, July 23rd, 11am – 12pm
Learn about the diverse world of reptiles and get up close to some of the museum’s residents. No registration needed, all ages.

The Museum of Nature & Science is located at 411 N. Main Street and is accessible from RoadRUNNER Transit Route 1 Stop 1. Visit the website at: https://www.las-cruces.org/museums or follow the Las Cruces Museums on Facebook and Instagram @LCMuseums.

For information contact Stephanie Hawkins, Education Curator, at 575-532-3372 or by email at [email protected].