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he way we view entertainment and participate in the arts has changed for the time being. Hopefully, soon life will start to return to normal. In the meantime, there are a variety of ways to stay connected to local and national venues that present the arts. We have highlighted just a few of those options to you below, which are suitable for all ages. While nothing can compare to being at a museum in person, and being just inches away from works of art, or being hands-on with a learning activity, this is the next best thing at the moment.
Arizona Science Center
Discover the wonder of the Arizona Science Center, wherever you may be. The center is offering online resources for educators, parents and students with at-home learning designed to inspire and educate curious minds through science. The staff is offering lesson plans, interactive videos, activities and articles. Follow its Facebook Live sessions for scientific activities and demonstrations. azscience.org/learn
Hall of Flame Museum
garden’s team is bringing all of its vibrant spring blooms and butterflies to you—your computer, tablet or phone. Also, be introduced to all 16 species in its Spring Butterfly exhibit through a beautifully filmed video. dbg.org
Heard Museum Online Shop
There’s no better way to support your local museum while it is closed than making a purchase from its online gift shop. The Heard Museum offers a variety of American Indian art collectibles, including baskets, fine art, jewelry, kachina dolls, folk art, textiles, pottery and carvings. Browse the collections and find exclusives only found at the Heard. Not ready to buy just yet? No problem. Viewing the online pieces for sale is the next best thing (sort of) to making a visit. heardmuseumshop.com
Arizona Sonora Desert Museum
The Desert Museum in Tucson is a fusion experience of zoo, botanical garden, art gallery, classes, natural history museum, and aquarium. While closed, you can still discover the joy of the desert and the joy of learning alongside expert educators and scientists. Live programs are being offered for registered participants. While free, donations are greatly appreciated. desertmuseum.org
trucks, hand pumpers, and steamers on display. Also, enjoy storytime, as he reads from the children’s classic “Bravest of All,” which is Little Golden Books No. 402. This is a treat for everyone in your family. hallofflame.org
Spring Butterfly exhibit at Desert Botanical Garden
Desert Botanical Garden
It’s spring, the weather is warming up and everything is blooming at the Desert Botanical Garden. Unfortunately, we cannot be there in person to see it. No worries! The
Dinosaurs and More!
A popular feature at Mesa’s Arizona Museum of Natural History are the exhibits related to dinosaurs. While you can’t visit them again just yet, there is plenty to learn on the museum’s website. Learn about the Triassic Period in our state, when Coelophysis and Tanystropheus roamed the land. Jump ahead 100 million years to the Jurassic Period and meet the Mymoorapelta. Then get schooled on the Cretaceous and Cenozoic eras. arizonamuseumofnaturalhistory. com
i.d.e.a. Museum at Home
Mesa’s museum inspires children of all ages through art exhibitions and STEAM activities focused on supporting early learning, nurturing creative thinking and engaging
Hall of Flame Museum Storytime
Dinosaurs and More!
Take short video tours of the world’s largest firefighting museum, which is located in Phoenix. Mark Moorhead, curator of education, will introduce you to several of the firefighting
Petersen Automotive Museum