Museum of Arts and Sciences

Night at the Museum
2024-10-25 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
This ticketed Family Event invites you to come in costume and experience a “spooky” night filled with special guest shows from Michael Green, a photo booth, hands on activities, crafts, planetarium shows and SO MUCH MORE!
Tickets Available HERE!

Bird Walks
2024-10-19 06:00 - 08:00, 2024-09-21 06:00 - 08:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
Join us for Bird Walks at the MAS! This event is included in your General Admission Ticket for the day!

Lecture with Former NASA Astronaut Joan Higginbotham
2024-10-17 13:30 - 15:30 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
Join Us for an Evening of Science!
Meet former NASA Astronaut Joan Higginbotham
Thursday, October 17, 2024 (5:30-7:30PM)
at the Museum of Arts & Sciences!
FREE Community Lecture & Reception

Third African American woman to travel into space
Distinguished 20-year career with NASA as a real life rocket-scientist and astronaut, logging more than 308 hours in space
Inspires audiences with her trailblazing journey into space and beyond, sharing how to tackle any endeavor like a NASA astronaut for success

A retired NASA Astronaut, Joan Higginbotham flew aboard Space Shuttle Discovery in 2006 and became the third African American woman to travel into space. On the nearly 13-day mission, the seven-member crew continued construction of the International Space Station (ISS), embarking on four space walks with Higginbotham operating the station’s robotic arm. A real-life rocket scientist and trailblazing engineer, her journey with NASA began in 1987 as an aerospace technologist at the Kennedy Space Center where she soared through the ranks and participated in 53 space shuttle launches from the firing room. Selected as a NASA Astronaut candidate in 1996, she logged more than 308 hours in space, retiring from NASA in 2007. After her twenty years at NASA, she has held leadership roles with numerous large companies and now runs her own aerospace consulting firm.
She’ll share insights and lessons learned during her distinguished career, while inspiring and captivating audiences with her personal journey of breaking barriers to boldly go where few have gone: space. In doing so, she’ll highlight the keys to succeeding in her missions – including seizing opportunities, being prepared, perseverance, working with diverse teams, and thriving in demanding, high-stakes environments – as well as how these tactics can be applied to any endeavor.
PLUS, see the “Hubble Space Telescope: New Views of the Universe”

before it closes on October 26th. Experience the life and history of the Hubble Space Telescope through this interactive and stunning exhibit designed by NASA.

Fall and Fossil Fest
2024-10-12 06:00 - 12:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
Come enjoy fun fall activities, special programming, pumpkin carving, and SO MUCH MORE! More info. coming soon!

Train Talks
2024-10-05 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-09-07 07:00 - 08:30 | New York, NY, United States
Come learn about trains at our very own Caboose! These train talks are included in daily admission and have multiple upcoming dates, so be sure to stop by soon!

Homeschool Field Trip Day: To Infinity (Make Up Day!)
2024-09-27 06:00 - 09:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
THIS EVENT WILL BE RESCHEDULED, MORE DETAILS TO COME
Due to high interest, we are doing a second round of “To Infinity”!!
During this field trip families will explore our new traveling exhibit from NASA, Hubble Space Telescope: New Views of the Universe, and other out of this world programming! Create your own experience from our program choices below.
Spots are first come, first serve!! Get your Ticket today by clicking HERE! Check-in begins at 9:45 in the Museum lobby. Once checked-in you will receive a bracelet indicating your admission to all programs for the day.
Program Descriptions:
“Origami – A Folding Telescope?!” – During this STEAM activity you will explore the workings of the James Webb Telescope and the art of origami.
Recommended for grades K-12th with program options for K-5th and 6th-12th.

“Travel to Hubble” – During this planetarium show you will visit the Hubble Telescope in space to investigate a strange mystery happening on the Sun.
Recommended for grades K-5th.

“The Incredible Telescope” – During this planetarium show you will discover the history of the telescope from Galileo to the Hubble Telescope and beyond.
Recommended for grades 6th-12th.

“Earth in Space” – During this Science on a Sphere program you will learn about the relationship between the Earth, moon, and sun, and how this relationship causes phenomena such as day and night and seasons.
Recommended for grades 3rd-12th with program options for 3rd-5th and 6th-12th.

Georgia Day
2024-09-07 06:00 - 12:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
Come out and learn all about Georgia- shop from local vendors, explore our nature trail, see native animals, and check out activities and Special Guests in the lobby.

Georgia Day activities are included with regular MAS admission. Members get in for FREE!

Homeschool Field Trip Day- To Infinity
2024-08-28 06:00 - 09:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
During this field trip families will explore our new traveling exhibit from NASA, Hubble Space Telescope: New Views of the Universe, and other out of this world programming!
Create your own experience from our program choices below. Spots are first come, first serve. Check-in begins at 9:45 in the Museum lobby. Once checked-in you will receive a bracelet indicating your admission to all programs for the day.

This Event is Ticketed. Click HERE to secure your ticket today!

Program Descriptions:
“Origami – A Folding Telescope?!” – During this STEAM activity you will explore the workings of the James Webb Telescope and the art of origami.
Recommended for grades K-12th with program options for K-5th and 6th-12th.

“Travel to Hubble” – During this planetarium show you will visit the Hubble Telescope in space to investigate a strange mystery happening on the Sun.
Recommended for grades K-5th.

“The Incredible Telescope” – During this planetarium show you will discover the history of the telescope from Galileo to the Hubble Telescope and beyond.
Recommended for grades 6th-12th.

“Earth in Space” – During this Science on a Sphere program you will learn about the relationship between the Earth, moon, and sun, and how this relationship causes phenomena such as day and night and seasons.
Recommended for grades 3rd-12th with program options for 3rd-5th and 6th-12th.

Train Talks
2024-08-17 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-08-16 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-08-15 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-08-08 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-08-03 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-08-02 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-08-01 07:00 - 08:30, 2024-07-26 07:00 - 08:30 and 2 more dates | New York, NY, United States
Have you ever wanted to see the inside of the Caboose at the MAS?!?!? We have “Train Talks” coming up where you will get to go INSIDE the Caboose and learn all about it! On top of that, it is INCLUDED in your admissions Ticket and FREE for Members!

Reptile Day
2024-07-20 06:00 - 12:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
Enjoy a day filled with Educational Reptile-Themed Activities, Programs by the Southeastern Reptile Rescue and SO MUCH MORE!

This event is included in Museum Admission that day and is FREE for Members!

STEAM Labs: Family Edition- Constellation Exploration
2024-07-18 10:30 - 12:00, 2024-07-18 07:00 - 08:30 | New York, NY, United States
Take a peek at the stars above and learn about the animal constellations that make up our skies. STEAM Lab participants will learn about stars, constellations, and so much more! Participants will also get to create their very own night sky with constellations using paints and other materials.
At MAS we believe the fun of learning doesn’t stop when you grow up, so why not learn and have fun together with the whole family! “STEAM Labs: Family Edition” is specially designed for all members of the family, young and old, to learn and create together. STEAM Labs will have a science demonstration followed by an art-filled activity you can take home to keep. All members of the family will learn and create together as these activities are designed to work at three different skill/age levels. Each level will be on display during the program so you can choose the level that best suits you!

Level 1– This level is great for small children who also want to participate in making their own creation.

Level 2– This level is ideal for teens to young children. Like all other levels, this art activity is themed around the science demonstration and is easy to create.

Level 3– This level is made for the adult and teen members of the family looking for a project that’s a little more challenging. Create a unique creation that is Pinterest ready!

Come discover, learn, and create with the whole family at “STEAM Labs: Family Edition”!
Time:
We will be hosting the same program at two different times.
Session 1: 11:00 AM- 12:30 PM
Session 2: 2:30 PM- 4:00 PM

STEAM Labs- Family Edition: Native Pollination (Session 2)
2024-06-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
Native Pollination
The bees are buzzing and the flowers are blooming, but where are those bees buzzing to and what’s blooming? STEAM Lab participants will learn about pollinators, like bees, and how they keep all of our flowers blooming. Participants will also create their very own work of art as they get to know the flowers that call Georgia home. It’s fun for all members of the family!
At MAS we believe the fun of learning doesn’t stop when you grow up, so why not learn and have fun together with the whole family! “STEAM Labs: Family Edition” is specially designed for all members of the family, young and old, to learn and create together.
STEAM Labs will have a science demonstration followed by an art-filled activity you can take home to keep. All members of the family will learn and create together as these activities are designed to work at three different skill/age levels. Each level will be on display during the program so you can choose the level that best suits you!
Level 1– This level is great for small children who also want to participate in making their own creation.
Level 2– This level is ideal for teens to young children. Like all other levels, this art activity is themed around the science demonstration and is easy to create.
Level 3– This level is made for the adult and teen members of the family looking for a project that’s a little more challenging. Create a unique creation that is Pinterest ready!

Come discover, learn, and create with the whole family at “STEAM Labs: Family Edition”!
Tickets available through this link: eventeny.com

STEAM Labs- Family Edition: Native Pollination (Session 1)
2024-06-26 07:00 - 08:30 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States

Bird Day
2024-06-15 06:00 - 12:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
Enjoy a day filled with Live Bird Cameras, Educational Bird-Themed Activities, Encounters with the Georgia Falconry Association, Feathered Friends Forever and SO MUCH MORE!!
This event is free with your general Museum Admission and completely free for our Museum Members!

Home School Field Trip Day: Our Fragile World
2024-05-22 06:00 - 09:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
During this field trip families will learn all about the fragile balance of life on our planet. From animals and the environment to human impact and our position in space, we will explore how our “goldilocks” planet might not always be “just right!”
Check out our schedule and programs below!!

Program Descriptions:

“Disappearing World” – During this live animal experience, you will learn the meaning of the words “threatened”, “endangered” and “extinct.” We will also explore programs designed to help save certain animal species, their environments and, ultimately, our world.
Recommended for grades K-12th.

“Space Cats” – During this planetarium show you will view Earth in the future when humanity no longer exists. Cats have evolved into intelligent beings that clean up the debris left behind from humans and go on space missions to clean up space junk.
Recommended for grades K-3rd.

“Firefall” – During this planetarium show you will explore impacts from comets and asteroids that have shaped Earth’s surface throughout time. You will also learn how life’s existence is tied to these space invaders that could wipe out Earth in an instance.
Recommended for grades 4th-12th.

“Climate Change” – During this Science on a Sphere program we will use NOAA’s global climate models generated by supercomputers for surface temperature, sea ice concentration, and sea levels to examine the relationship of Earth’s atmosphere, land, and oceans. We will also discuss how human impact is affecting our global climate.
Recommended for grades 6th-12th.

“Pollination Station” – During this STEAM activity, you will learn about pollination and create your own pollinator to take home.
Recommended for grades K-4th.

Tickets available here! (This Event has Limited Space! Pre-Purchase
Tickets Today!)
https://www.eventeny.com/events/homeschoolfieldtripday-11381/

Wild Words 2024
2024-04-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
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!!

Night with the Artists: Southeast Contemporary
2024-03-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
The Museum of Arts and Sciences presents its annual Southeastern showcase, featuring four professional artists influencing the direction of American contemporary visual art. We invite you to meet them!
Enjoy bar and hors d’oeuvres, plus an opportunity to purchase work at this cocktail reception honoring our 2024 featured artists. $50 per person.
RSVP to (478) 477-3232 or Online: https://www.eventeny.com/events/southeastcontemporarynightwiththeartists-10146/

27th Annual Father Daughter Dance
2024-02-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, 31210, United States
Welcome to the 27th Annual Father & Daughter Dance!
The Museum of Arts and Sciences is proud to present the 27th 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 prizes, crafts, and a photo booth, 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:
Members – $31 Father & 1st Daughter
Non-Members – $41 Father & 1st Daughter
$5 Each Additional Daughter
The event will feature:
Dancing to music spun by Laura Starling of the WDEN Morning Show
Photos in our photo booth by TakeMyPictureDon
Light hors d’oeuvres & drinks
Raffle prizes
Craft to take home
Access to the Discovery House & Museum Store
Tickets Available Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/27th-annual-father-daughter-dance-tickets-794684782577?aff=oddtdtcreator
