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.
For ages 4-8. Explore chemistry through some colorful experiments and activities, just right for small hands! Join WSC Educator Margaret Ozolins for this fun and family-oriented 60 Minute Science program.
For ages 8-12. Explore chemistry through some colorful experiments and activities, just right for small hands! Join WSC Educator Margaret Ozolins for this fun and family-oriented 60 Minute Science program.
Air is all around us, but you have probably never thought of it this way before! Explore the effects of air pressure with hands-on activities designed to intrigue the inquisitive mind. Make-and-take activities will let you and your family continue to explore at home to maximize the fun!
Explore circuits through building paper circuits and wiring your own mini electric racer! Join Western Science Center Museum Educator Margaret Ozolins for a fun family time with this program.
Ever wanted to meet a scientist and ask them directly about their work? At PaleoCon, you can! This one-day scientific extravaganza will feature paleontologists from across the country showing off their work.
Get your tickets today for our annual fundraiser Science Under the Stars and support the museum’s exhibits, programming, and research!
