All Programs for Kids and Families

Science-themed birthday parties for kids turning 4 - 10 years old are held in a private Party Room allow party guests to enjoy the galleries and exhibits.

Bluegrass & BBQ

Hop, skip, and dance your way to NHMU for our annual Bluegrass & BBQ music festival! Hear some of Utah's best bluegrass bands and enjoy tasty summer barbecue from the Museum Cafe.

Vikings of the Museum

Encounter real-life Vikings in Vikings: Beyond the Legend at NHMU.

After School Adventure Club for 1st–3rd Graders

Join the Club! Examine, investigate and discover the natural world in this exciting after school club geared for first through third graders.

NHMU Saturday Discovery Classes for 2nd–5th Graders

Join us for a variety of STEAM-based programming that will engage your child and spark their curiosity at our Saturday Discovery Classes.

Foothill Wildflower Walks

Join NHMU's botanist Elizabeth Johnson and entomologist Christy Bills for a 45-minute tour of the wildflowers that grow in the foothills above Salt Lake City. Enjoy the spectacular view, and learn how to identify common flowers and their...

Scientist in the Spotlight

Creating a bridge between the public and local scientists in an informal atmosphere where visitors can ask questions and learn more about current research, this popular program highlights scientists from our own staff along with others from the...

Urban Habitat Weed Pulls

Join us and help save our precious foothills from encroaching noxious weeds, learn about the ecology, classification, and diversity of plants and wildlife in our ecosystem and meet great people. The Urban Habitat is a noxious weed eradication...