June 2021
Tamarin Talk Tuesday
Join the Mini-Zoo staff as they present a show, from the Tamarin habitat, about what makes these little mammals so unique. This event is included with regular museum admission.
Find out more »Cosmic Thursdays
Join the Museum every Thursday this summer for fun facts and projects relating to outer space and our solar system. This event is included with regular Museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Bird Day
Join us at the MAS to Discover More about Birds! We will have special guests, the Georgia Falconry Association in the lobby along with crafts and other activities. All of the extras are included with regular museum admission. Don’t forget, masks are required at all times in the Museum.
Find out more »August 2021
Fulldome Film Festival
Join the Macon Film Festival and the Museum of Arts and Sciences in welcoming the work of multiple artists who have created unique and immersive 360º Fulldome Films for the Planetarium. Fulldome Films are included with Museum admission, and members get in FREE! Thursday (August 19th): XX-TREME ART IMMERSIVE at 4PM Tudo Desconexo (5 minutes) Saravá (15 minutes) Double (48 minutes) __________________________________________________ Friday (August 20th): FAMILY FUN at 11:30AM Beautiful Baby Tilapia (5 minutes) Magic Globe: A Story of the…
Find out more »October 2021
Nature Explorers: Bird Walks
Have you ever been on a bird walk? Or done pond dipping to learn about invertebrates who live in the water? Nature Explorers is an exciting new partnership with the Georgia Extension Service that will allow families to experience new things to learn about the outdoors! Nature Explorers activities are FREE for MAS Members, and included with regular museum admission for non-members. Go on bird walks in October with Dr. James Ferrari (Wesleyan College) and learn all about native Georgia…
Find out more »Pure Barre Yoga Class
Bring your mat and your water bottle for a FREE yoga class held by Pure Barre in the Edenfield Amphitheater!
Find out more »Not So Scary Stories: A Family Halloween Event
Enjoy family fun for all ages with not-so-scary stories in the amphitheater! Celebrate Halloween with crafts in the MAS Shurling Pavilion, let the actors of Macon Little Theatre take you on an adventure with tales that aren't too scary, and receive a bag of goodies. Showtimes are 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM (shows are repeated) and doors open thirty minutes prior to each showtime. Be sure to come dressed in your best costume! Tickets are $5 per person. This event…
Find out more »November 2021
Nature Explorers: Nature Wreaths
Have you ever been on a bird walk? Or done pond dipping to learn about invertebrates who live in the water? Nature Explorers is an exciting new partnership with the Georgia Extension Service that will allow families to experience new things to learn about the outdoors! Nature Explorers activities are FREE for MAS Members, and included with regular museum admission for non-members. Join us on November 20th to create a nature wreath!
Find out more »January 2022
Nature Explorers: Waste Not, Want Not
Have you ever been on a bird walk? Or done pond dipping to learn about invertebrates who live in the water? Nature Explorers is an exciting new partnership with the Georgia Extension Service that will allow families to experience new things to learn about the outdoors! Nature Explorers activities are FREE for MAS Members, and included with regular museum admission for non-members. Join us on January 15th to learn all about composting! Schedule of Activities: 10:30am-2:30pm: Craft Activity…
Find out more »February 2022
Nature Explorers: Urban Wildlife
Have you ever been on a bird walk? Or done pond dipping to learn about invertebrates who live in the water? Nature Explorers is an exciting new partnership with the Georgia Extension Service that will allow families to experience new things to learn about the outdoors! Nature Explorers activities are FREE for MAS Members, and included with regular museum admission for non-members. Join us on February 19 to learn all about urban wildlife! SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES: 10:30am-2:30pm: Craft Activity (Lobby)…
Find out more »April 2022
Mammal Mayhem and Pet Show
Join the Museum and their special guests on April 23rd for a day of family fun! Mammals of all ages are invited to come to enjoy a full day of events. Museum visitors can meet the newest members of the Museum’s mammal family, quiz our experts, play games, and create art. Special demonstrations with the Bibb County K9 Unit at 11 AM & 1 PM. Pet Show Registration begins at 1PM and the Pet Show begins at 2PM. The Pet…
Find out more »May 2022
Train Week
Get the opportunity to go inside the Museum of Arts and Sciences' Seaboard Caboose, and learn all about trains in the process with an exhibit in the lobby! The caboose will be open from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, and is included with regular Museum admission.
Find out more »Train Week
Get the opportunity to go inside the Museum of Arts and Sciences' Seaboard Caboose, and learn all about trains in the process with an exhibit in the lobby! The caboose will be open from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, and is included with regular Museum admission.
Find out more »Train Week
Get the opportunity to go inside the Museum of Arts and Sciences' Seaboard Caboose, and learn all about trains in the process with an exhibit in the lobby! The caboose will be open from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, and is included with regular Museum admission.
Find out more »Train Week
Get the opportunity to go inside the Museum of Arts and Sciences' Seaboard Caboose, and learn all about trains in the process with an exhibit in the lobby! The caboose will be open from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, and is included with regular Museum admission.
Find out more »June 2022
Tech Art Tuesdays
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »World Oceans Day at the MAS
Join the MAS and Austin Heil (University of Georgia) in celebration of World Ocean's Day on June 8th from 10:30-2:30! Austin Heil is a PhD Candidate in the Science Education department at the University of Georgia. He received a M.S. in Biological Oceanography from Florida State University and worked as a marine biologist for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute. Austin’s research has led him to explore many different marine ecosystems, including cool research on deep sea corals and…
Find out more »Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays
What is that bird running around the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave? What's the name of the tortoise grazing on the clovers? Learn about the critters in the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave during Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays!
Find out more »Megabat Thursdays
How big is the wingspan of an African Straw-Colored Fruit Bat? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our African Straw-Colored Fruit Bats during Megabat Thursdays!
Find out more »Lemur Fun Fact Fridays
What is that sound they are making? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our two Ruffed Lemurs during Lemur Fun Fact Fridays this summer!
Find out more »Bird Day
Experience feathered-frenzy fun during the Museum’s annual Bird Day! See the Museum’s great collection of birds plus many other special guests to learn a multitude of “feathered” facts about all types of birds. See special presentations by MAS Raptor Manager, Pete Griffin. Bird Day activities are included with regular museum admission and members get in for FREE!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesdays
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays
What is that bird running around the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave? What's the name of the tortoise grazing on the clovers? Learn about the critters in the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave during Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays!
Find out more »Megabat Thursdays
How big is the wingspan of an African Straw-Colored Fruit Bat? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our African Straw-Colored Fruit Bats during Megabat Thursdays!
Find out more »Lemur Fun Fact Fridays
What is that sound they are making? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our two Ruffed Lemurs during Lemur Fun Fact Fridays this summer!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesdays
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays
What is that bird running around the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave? What's the name of the tortoise grazing on the clovers? Learn about the critters in the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave during Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays!
Find out more »Megabat Thursdays
How big is the wingspan of an African Straw-Colored Fruit Bat? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our African Straw-Colored Fruit Bats during Megabat Thursdays!
Find out more »Lemur Fun Fact Fridays
What is that sound they are making? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our two Ruffed Lemurs during Lemur Fun Fact Fridays this summer!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesdays
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays
What is that bird running around the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave? What's the name of the tortoise grazing on the clovers? Learn about the critters in the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave during Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays!
Find out more »Megabat Thursdays
How big is the wingspan of an African Straw-Colored Fruit Bat? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our African Straw-Colored Fruit Bats during Megabat Thursdays!
Find out more »July 2022
Lemur Fun Fact Fridays
What is that sound they are making? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our two Ruffed Lemurs during Lemur Fun Fact Fridays this summer!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesdays
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays
What is that bird running around the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave? What's the name of the tortoise grazing on the clovers? Learn about the critters in the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave during Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays!
Find out more »Megabat Thursdays
How big is the wingspan of an African Straw-Colored Fruit Bat? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our African Straw-Colored Fruit Bats during Megabat Thursdays!
Find out more »Lemur Fun Fact Fridays
What is that sound they are making? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our two Ruffed Lemurs during Lemur Fun Fact Fridays this summer!
Find out more »Reptile Rendezvous
Join us for a day of family fun sponsored by GEICO! Meet the reptiles of the MAS Mini-Zoo, along with special guests that will be visiting the Museum! Reptile Rendezvous is included with regular admission prices. As always, members get in free!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesdays
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays
What is that bird running around the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave? What's the name of the tortoise grazing on the clovers? Learn about the critters in the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave during Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays!
Find out more »Megabat Thursdays
How big is the wingspan of an African Straw-Colored Fruit Bat? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our African Straw-Colored Fruit Bats during Megabat Thursdays!
Find out more »Lemur Fun Fact Fridays
What is that sound they are making? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our two Ruffed Lemurs during Lemur Fun Fact Fridays this summer!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesdays
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays
What is that bird running around the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave? What's the name of the tortoise grazing on the clovers? Learn about the critters in the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave during Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays!
Find out more »Megabat Thursdays
How big is the wingspan of an African Straw-Colored Fruit Bat? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our African Straw-Colored Fruit Bats during Megabat Thursdays!
Find out more »Lemur Fun Fact Fridays
What is that sound they are making? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our two Ruffed Lemurs during Lemur Fun Fact Fridays this summer!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesdays
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays
What is that bird running around the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave? What's the name of the tortoise grazing on the clovers? Learn about the critters in the courtyard next to the Edenfield Bat Cave during Critters in the Courtyard Wednesdays!
Find out more »Teacher Appreciation Day
Bring your teacher ID to receive FREE admission and a teacher swag bag from Cox Communications!* *Free admission applies towards teachers and not accompanying guests.
Find out more »Megabat Thursdays
How big is the wingspan of an African Straw-Colored Fruit Bat? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our African Straw-Colored Fruit Bats during Megabat Thursdays!
Find out more »Teacher Appreciation Day
Bring your teacher ID to receive FREE admission and a teacher swag bag from Cox Communications!* *Free admission applies towards teachers and not accompanying guests.
Find out more »Lemur Fun Fact Fridays
What is that sound they are making? What do they like to eat? Learn all about our two Ruffed Lemurs during Lemur Fun Fact Fridays this summer!
Find out more »August 2022
Homeschool Day at the Museum (Sold Out)
Learn about different types of animals in a live animal program, explore the universe in our planetarium, and participate in a STE+AM activity on these Tuesdays reserved especially for homeschoolers! This program runs from 10am-12pm and is $9 per student; 1 free adult for up to a group of 6.** Reservations are required via Eventbrite*. Recommended for 1st-8th graders; max 25 students per session. *Please only sign up participating children on Eventbrite; all non-participating children may pay regular Museum…
Find out more »Friday Night Immersive Showcase
Enjoy a night of exploring art galleries, gyroscope experiences, open bar, food and immersive special screenings at the Museum of Arts and Sciences on Friday, August 19th from 7 PM-11 PM. Tickets for the Friday Night Immersive Showcase is regular Museum admission. Macon Film Festival pass holders and Museum members are FREE! ---- 7:30 Art Immersive Screening LABYRINTH Director/Project Creator: Sergey Prokofyev DISSOLVE Director/Project Creator: Tatsuru Arai SWARM Director/Project Creator: Maarten Isaäk de Heer LOCKDOWN DREAMSCAPE 360° Director/Project Creator: Nicolas…
Find out more »2022 Fulldome Film Festival: Legend of the Enchanted Reef (11:30AM Block)
During the Fulldome Film Festival, the MAS Planetarium will be running Fulldome Films in lieu of regular programming. See what is showing below! For more information about the Macon Film Festival, visit maconfilmfestival.com LEGEND OF THE ENCHANTED REEF Director/Project Creator: Peter Popp TRT: 45:00 Country: Germany Synopsis: The clumsy and energetic reef fish Shorty, his smart sister Indigo and Jake, a daring sawfish, live in a colorful coral reef. When an enormous trawl devastates their reef, the three friends have…
Find out more »2022 Fulldome Film Festival: Art Immersive Block (4PM Block)
During the Fulldome Film Festival, the MAS Planetarium will be running Fulldome Films in lieu of regular programming. See what is showing below! For more information about the Macon Film Festival, visit maconfilmfestival.com SUMMER Director/Project Creator: Max Crow TRT: 3:42 Country: United Kingdom Synopsis: A series of glimpses into an ecosystem of cyberflora. STRING THEORY Director/Project Creator: Simon Le Boggit TRT: 5:05 Country: United Kingdom Synopsis: String Theory is an algorithmically generated surround-sound music composition, spontaneously grown from a mixture…
Find out more »October 2022
Grotto Tours
In 1901, the Jesuits (La Societe Catholique Religieuse) purchased approximately 90 plus acres off Forest Hill Road to provide students of the St. Stanislaus College with both a place for recreation and a retreat. The new resort offered a villa, a reflecting/swimming pool, a path on which to pray the stations of the cross, statues of saints mounted on brick platforms, and a replica of the Grotto of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes. In its modern history, the Grotto of Macon,…
Find out more »Grotto Tours
In 1901, the Jesuits (La Societe Catholique Religieuse) purchased approximately 90 plus acres off Forest Hill Road to provide students of the St. Stanislaus College with both a place for recreation and a retreat. The new resort offered a villa, a reflecting/swimming pool, a path on which to pray the stations of the cross, statues of saints mounted on brick platforms, and a replica of the Grotto of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes. In its modern history, the Grotto of Macon,…
Find out more »November 2022
Grotto Tours
In 1901, the Jesuits (La Societe Catholique Religieuse) purchased approximately 90 plus acres off Forest Hill Road to provide students of the St. Stanislaus College with both a place for recreation and a retreat. The new resort offered a villa, a reflecting/swimming pool, a path on which to pray the stations of the cross, statues of saints mounted on brick platforms, and a replica of the Grotto of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes. In its modern history, the Grotto of Macon,…
Find out more »Grotto Tours
In 1901, the Jesuits (La Societe Catholique Religieuse) purchased approximately 90 plus acres off Forest Hill Road to provide students of the St. Stanislaus College with both a place for recreation and a retreat. The new resort offered a villa, a reflecting/swimming pool, a path on which to pray the stations of the cross, statues of saints mounted on brick platforms, and a replica of the Grotto of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes. In its modern history, the Grotto of Macon,…
Find out more »Festival of Trees Champagne Preview
Enjoy a glass of champagne and passed hors d'oeuvres, be the first to see our annual exhibition of over 40 designer decorated holiday trees as well as the fine art for sale in the 3rd annual White Glove Sale, view the latest holiday fashions from Sorella and Previews Interiors & Antiques, and shop for delicious homemade holiday goodies from our Sugar Plum Shop! Preview tickets are $50 and can be bought here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-festival-of-trees-champagne-preview-tickets-383524731797?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb Best of Macon Raffle Tickets can be…
Find out more »December 2022
A Day Out with Santa
Santa is making a stop at the Museum of Arts and Sciences on December 17th! Visit and take a picture with Santa, enjoy some hot chocolate and holiday treats, see the holiday tree exhibition, shop in Santa's Secret Shop, and make a holiday ornament to take home! Tickets are $20 for 1 adult and 1 child (age 1 and up) and $5 for each additional person.
Find out more »It’s a Hoot! Holiday STEAM Mini-Camp
Knock-knock. Who's there? Owl. Owl, who? Owl be seeing you later! Meet an owl, dissect an owl pellet, and create an owl craft to take home during this single-day mini-camp at the Museum of Arts and Sciences! $20/child (Ages 9-13). Space is limited for each session. Drop-off is at 10am and pick-up is at 12pm. Emergency contact forms must be filled out during drop-off. Register through Eventbrite here: It's a Hoot! Holiday STEAM Mini-Camp Questions? Contact Kimberly Novak by email…
Find out more »Mad Scientist Holiday STEAM Mini-Camp
Mix up colorful potions and use chemistry to create artwork! $20/child (Ages 9-13). Space is limited for each session. Drop-off is at 10am and pick-up is at 12pm. Register through Eventbrite here: Mad Scientist Holiday STEAM Mini-Camp Questions? Contact Kimberly Novak by email at knovak@masmacon.com or by calling the Museum at (478) 477-3232.
Find out more »January 2023
Homeschool Day at the Museum
Learn about different types of animals in a live animal program, explore the universe in our planetarium, and participate in a STE+AM activity on these Tuesdays reserved especially for homeschoolers! This program runs from 10am-12pm and is $9 per student; 1 free adult for up to a group of 6.** Reservations are required via Eventbrite*. Recommended for 1st-8th graders; max 25 students per session. *Please only sign up participating children on Eventbrite; all non-participating children may pay regular Museum…
Find out more »February 2023
26th Annual Father & Daughter Dance
The Museum Guild is proud to present the 26th Annual Father and Daughter Dance! Celebrate Valentine's Day and dance the night away to music curated by DJ Laura Starling of the WDEN Early Morning Crew. Light refreshments will be served throughout the night. With raffle and door prizes, crafts, and a photobooth, there’s an endless amount of fun to be had. Reservations are required for this event. Please call the Museum at 478-477-3232 for more information. Tickets can also be…
Find out more »March 2023
Night With the Artists
The Museum of Arts and Sciences presents its 11th Annual Emerging National exhibition featuring four professional artists influencing the direction of American contemporary visual art. We invite you to meet them on March 2, 2023! Enjoy bar and hors d'oeuvres, plus an opportunity to purchase work at this cocktail reception honoring our 2023 featured artists: Namwon Choi, Sandra Trujillo, Esteban Patino, and Keaton Wynn.
Find out more »Rainbows and Starlight Mini-Camp
Learn how light refracts, objects magically disappear, how rainbows form, and investigate the twinkling of stars during this single-session mini-camp! Register through Eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rainbows-and-starlight-mini-camp-tickets-568390941607?aff=ebdsoporgprofile $20/child (Ages 7-11). Space is limited for each session. Drop-off is at 10am and pick-up is at 12pm. Emergency contact forms must be filled out during drop-off. Questions? Email Kimberly Novak at knovak@masmacon.com or call the Museum at (478) 477-3232.
Find out more »April 2023
Wild Words
Bring a picnic and lawn chairs to the Edenfield Amphitheater for an evening of prose, live music, and Earth Day celebration! This year's Wild Words features Gordon Johnston (Seven Islands of the Ocmulgee), Kevin Cantwell (One Thousand Sheets of Rice Paper) and Musician, Matt McMillan. Additional guests are the Georgia Wilderness Society, Water Trails, Rails to Trails, and Ocmulgee Outdoor Expeditions. About the featured guests: Gordon Johnston is the author of the poetry collection Scaring the Bears, the short…
Find out more »Spring Grotto Tours
In 1901, the Jesuits (La Societe Catholique Religieuse) purchased approximately 90 plus acres off Forest Hill Road to provide students of the St. Stanislaus College with both a place for recreation and a retreat. The new resort offered a villa, a reflecting/swimming pool, a path on which to pray the stations of the cross, statues of saints mounted on brick platforms, and a replica of the Grotto of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes. In its modern history, the Grotto of Macon,…
Find out more »Spring Grotto Tours
In 1901, the Jesuits (La Societe Catholique Religieuse) purchased approximately 90 plus acres off Forest Hill Road to provide students of the St. Stanislaus College with both a place for recreation and a retreat. The new resort offered a villa, a reflecting/swimming pool, a path on which to pray the stations of the cross, statues of saints mounted on brick platforms, and a replica of the Grotto of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes. In its modern history, the Grotto of Macon,…
Find out more »May 2023
Spring Grotto Tours
In 1901, the Jesuits (La Societe Catholique Religieuse) purchased approximately 90 plus acres off Forest Hill Road to provide students of the St. Stanislaus College with both a place for recreation and a retreat. The new resort offered a villa, a reflecting/swimming pool, a path on which to pray the stations of the cross, statues of saints mounted on brick platforms, and a replica of the Grotto of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes. In its modern history, the Grotto of Macon,…
Find out more »Spring Grotto Tours
In 1901, the Jesuits (La Societe Catholique Religieuse) purchased approximately 90 plus acres off Forest Hill Road to provide students of the St. Stanislaus College with both a place for recreation and a retreat. The new resort offered a villa, a reflecting/swimming pool, a path on which to pray the stations of the cross, statues of saints mounted on brick platforms, and a replica of the Grotto of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes. In its modern history, the Grotto of Macon,…
Find out more »Dino Day by Jurassic Jungle
Join the MAS and our partners at Jurassic Jungle to learn about dinosaurs during this edu-taining program! This program is included with regular Museum admission with a program at 12:15pm and 2:30pm in the Museum's auditorium. Meet the Sensational Erika the Raptor Hybrid, her endearing Baby Natasha, and a cast of charming baby dinosaurs from Jurassic Jungle!
Find out more »Dino Day by Jurassic Jungle
Join the MAS and our partners at Jurassic Jungle to learn about dinosaurs during this edu-taining program! This program is included with regular Museum admission with a program at 12:15pm and 2:30pm in the Museum's auditorium. Meet the Sensational Erika the Raptor Hybrid, her endearing Baby Natasha, and a cast of charming baby dinosaurs from Jurassic Jungle!
Find out more »Homeschool Day at the Museum
Learn about different types of animals in a live animal program, explore the universe in our planetarium, and participate in a STE+AM activity on these Tuesdays reserved especially for homeschoolers! This program runs from 10am-12pm and is $9 per student; 1 free adult for up to a group of 6.** Reservations are required via Eventbrite*. Recommended for 1st-8th graders; max 25 students per session. *Please only sign up participating children on Eventbrite; all non-participating children may pay regular Museum…
Find out more »Work of Heart Mini-Camp
Learn all about hearts during this mini-camp; you'll visit the mini-zoo and learn how reptile hearts work, dissect a heart, connect hearts to objects and exhibits around the MAS, and take home a heart craft of your very own! Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/work-of-heart-mini-camp-registration-628604512017 $20/child (rising 2nd-5th graders). Space is limited for each session. Drop-off is at 1pm and pick-up is at 3pm. Emergency contact forms must be filled out during drop-off. Questions? Email Kimberly Novak at knovak@masmacon.com or call the Museum…
Find out more »June 2023
Tech Art Tuesday
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Wild Craft Wednesdays
Join us on Wednesday afternoons for a fun, animal-themed activity! Summer activities are included with regular admission. For members, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Bird Day
Experience feathered-frenzy fun during the Museum’s annual Bird Day! See the Museum’s birds plus many other special guests to learn a multitude of “feathered” facts about all types of birds. Special Guests include members from the Georgia Falconry Association, Dennis Mock, and Mr. & Mrs. Paul Davis that will be onsite with their birds! Bird Day activities are included with regular museum admission and members get in for FREE!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesday
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Wild Craft Wednesdays
Join us on Wednesday afternoons for a fun, animal-themed activity! Summer activities are included with regular admission. For members, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesday
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Wild Craft Wednesdays
Join us on Wednesday afternoons for a fun, animal-themed activity! Summer activities are included with regular admission. For members, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesday
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Wild Craft Wednesdays
Join us on Wednesday afternoons for a fun, animal-themed activity! Summer activities are included with regular admission. For members, it’s FREE!
Find out more »July 2023
Wild Craft Wednesdays
Join us on Wednesday afternoons for a fun, animal-themed activity! Summer activities are included with regular admission. For members, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Reptile Rendezvous
Join us for a day of reptilian family fun! Meet the reptiles of the MAS Mini-Zoo, along with special guests that will be visiting the Museum, including Southeastern Reptile Rescue. Reptile Rendezvous activities are included with regular museum admission and members get in for FREE!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesday
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Wild Craft Wednesdays
Join us on Wednesday afternoons for a fun, animal-themed activity! Summer activities are included with regular admission. For members, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesday
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Wild Craft Wednesdays
Join us on Wednesday afternoons for a fun, animal-themed activity! Summer activities are included with regular admission. For members, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Moon Day
Celebrate humankind's first landing on the moon with space-themed activities, special planetarium shows, and a unique live animal experience at 10:30 am! Activities are included with regular museum admission.
Find out more »Tech Art Tuesday
Join the Museum every Tuesday this summer for a fun, technology-themed craft activity. This event is included with regular museum admission. If you are a member, it’s FREE!
Find out more »Wild Craft Wednesdays
Join us on Wednesday afternoons for a fun, animal-themed activity! Summer activities are included with regular admission. For members, it’s FREE!
Find out more »September 2023
Homeschool Day at the MAS: Our Backyard
The Museum has reserved different days especially for homeschool families to experience their very own field trip! With these days families will have the opportunity to participate in a “choose your own adventure” style field trip that includes program opportunities and all-day admission to the museum. Choose from a variety of themed programs that best fit your families’ educational goals. During this field trip families will learn about the world sitting right in their backyards. From animals, to nature, and…
Find out more »October 2023
Fall & Fossil Fest
Kick-off the Fall Season and the month of International Fossil Day at the MAS! Come enjoy fun outdoor games, fossil activities in the lobby, dinosaur themed planetarium shows, and more! BYOP (bring your own pumpkin) to carve and decorate! Leftovers will be enjoyed by our animals. Fall and Fossil Fest activities are included with regular MAS admission. Members get in FREE!
Find out more »Night at the Museum
Join us for a “creepy crawly” night at the Museum of Art and Sciences! Come dressed in your favorite costume and snap a photo at our photo booth, view the night sky at our observatory and experience special planetarium shows, learn about parasites during a thrilling live demonstration, participate in activities with prizes, and more! This is a family-friendly event that you don't want to miss! Get your tickets today by going here!
Find out more »November 2023
Festival of Trees Gala
Celebrate with the Museum of Arts and Sciences at the 2023 Festival of Trees Gala! Dance the night away under the stars with music by the Grapevine Band during the MAS' annual black tie Gala! Enjoy designer-decorated holiday trees, an open bar, and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Find a rare treasure in the 4th Annual White Glove Sale of fine art, or win the coveted Best of Macon Raffle! Gala tickets are $100 and will go on sale via Eventbrite September…
Find out more »April 2024
Wild Words 2024
Wild Words 2024 Saturday, April 20th (4-6PM). In the Museum of Arts & Sciences outdoor amphitheater. Enjoy inspirational words from Poets Rupert Fike and Gordon Johnston, plus live music performed by Charlie Thomas and Nina Talon of Sisters of the Blue Moon. Bring chairs, blankets, and picnics! This event is FREE!!
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