Welcome to the Natural History museum of the Inland Empire!

Visit the Western Science Center, home of the Pacific Mastodon, in Hemet, CA! Opened in 2006, we are one of the largest natural history museums in Riverside County and serve California’s Inland Empire and beyond. Join us as we discover the past, explore the present, and promote a more sustainable future while preserving our region’s ancient history.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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60 Minute Science: Blast Off!
Jun 14
60 Minute Science: Blast Off!

3-2-1 Blast Off! Explore energy, force, and motion. Through fun hands-on activities for the whole family, explore the energy and forces at work when blasting something into the air.

60 Minute Science: Specimen Spotlight
Jun 21
60 Minute Science: Specimen Spotlight

Get a sneak peak into our fascinating collections with paleontologist and WSC Collections Manager Brittney Stoneburg in this fun, informative 60 Minute Science program!

Discover the Past, Explore the Present, and Promote a Sustainable Future.