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.

Discovery Classes

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

Family Yoga @ NHMU

Join us for our new family yoga program at the Museum with Kidding Around Yoga instructor Sarah Bly.

Family Late Night

Join us for an unforgettable evening of science! Participate in several hands-on activities, enjoy a late-night snack, and explore the Museum after hours.

Girl Scouts of Utah at the Museum

NHMU offers several exciting workshops, Late Nights and Sleepovers that will help your Daisy, Brownie and/or Junior Girl Scout fulfill her badge requirements and participatory patches.

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...

Foothill Nature Walks

Join NHMU's entomologist Christy Bills and guest hosts from Red Butte Garden for a 1-hour tour of the nature that thrives the foothills above Salt Lake City. Enjoy the spectacular view, and learn how to identify common flowers and their...

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...