The museum brings interactive family learning adventures to libraries, community organizations, and special events around the state. Our 60-90 minute programs are tailored to family audiences and each one includes a fun introductory presentation, followed by activity tables offering touchable specimens and hands-on activities.
These large-scale family programs are currently only available during the summer months. They are not available for scheduling September through May.
Summer Museum Outreach 2025
The 2025 summer program will be announced and open for scheduling requests in December 2024. Make sure you receive the information about summer programs by using the link below to subscribe to the Oregon libraries newsletter.
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Summer 2024 — Journey Under the Sea
The museum had a fabulous time presenting 105 programs for youth and family audiences across the state. View the map below to see the public library locations we visited during summer 2024!
We are traveling the state this summer in our Museum Outreach Van, courtesy of Kendall Toyota of Eugene.
- $150 for a 60- to 90-minute program.
- Mileage expenses (67 cents per mile) apply for locations outside of the Eugene/Springfield area.
- Additional travel expenses may apply if an overnight stay is necessary.
To schedule a community outreach program, please complete and submit a program request form at least one month prior to your requested program date, including a description of your specific interests and needs.
Things to Consider:
- You can save money on travel expenses by coordinating with other sites in your area.
- Programs generally require space for 7-10 activity tables, but setup is flexible and can be tailored to the size of your library or audience.
- One museum educator will travel with the program. The program location must provide 2 adult/teen staff or volunteers to assist. This allows us to keep the program fees affordable and accessible for all!
The 2025 summer program will be announced and open for scheduling requests in late November 2024. Make sure you receive the information about summer programs by using the link below to subscribe to the Oregon libraries newsletter.
Also check out our DIY Museum Activity Kits and Explore from Home options.
Questions? Contact us at mnchoutreach@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5019.
Museum exhibits are also traveling around the state. Would you like to bring one to your community? Learn more about eligible organizations and how to request your program here.
Want to bring a museum program to your school? Visit our K-8 Classroom Outreach page.
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