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Thursday 11am - 4pm Friday 11am - 4pm Saturday 11am - 4pm

Gateway Science Museum, California State University, Chico

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Gateway Science Museum, California State University, Chico

🌎 We inspire the exploration of science and natural history in our region and beyond.
☀️ Est. 2010
⏰ Hours: Thurs-Sat | 11am-4pm

Supported by our many community partners, we provide stimulating science exhibits and engaging informal learning experiences for the general public and visitors of all ages! Our STEM programming and outreach activities serve a seven to nine county region in the North State. The museum also serves as an interdisciplinary training ground for university students and a showcase for faculty and undergr

aduate STEM research. The synergy between campus and community resources and expertise drive our success as a partnership, with a shared mission, to inspire science and enthusiasm toward exploration and discovery, while nurturing appreciation for our natural environment.

06/13/2026

📚 The next Community Science Book Club meets on Saturday, July 11, at 11am in Gateway Science Museum’s Weibel Community Room. Participate in a lively discussion of “Still as Bright” by Christopher Cokinos.

Please RSVP via email to [email protected] if you plan to attend!

📖 Previous Book Club picks include:
- Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake
- Turning to Stone by Marcia Bjornerud
- Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green
- Why We Remember by Charan Ranganath
- California Against the Sea by Rosanna Xia
- The Science of Interstellar by Kip Thorne

06/11/2026

✨NEW✨ Chico State Natural Sciences Research Posters are on display in our Community Room! On your next visit, be sure to check out these fascinating studies.

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06/08/2026

Come on by Wednesday for special hours at Gateway!

06/04/2026

Join our curiosity guides in June for fun, innovative Saturday activities — Free with admission. 💫

🌌 June 13: Pin Hole Constellations - Make constellations from craft materials!

☀️ June 20: Sun Prints - Create art with the power of the sun.

🚀 June 27: Paper Rockets - Construct an out-of-this-world rocket!

Please note there is no activity on June 6 due to the museum being closed for maintenance.

06/03/2026

Get ready for a great summer adventure with your Gateway Plus Membership! By being a member, you can get free or reduced admission at participating museums and science centers thanks to the ASTC Travel Passport Program. ☀️

✨ Member Benefits:
• Free or discounted general admission to 300+ Association of Science and Technology Centers participants nationwide
• Gateway members receive 1/2 price admission at Turtle Bay Exploration Park in Redding
• Unlimited free general admission to Gateway for one year
• Members receive a 10% discount on museum merchandise

Memberships can be purchased in-person, on our website, or by phone!

05/30/2026

Presenting… A-MAZE-D — an art meets science Summer Experience! 🎨🔍

This cave-themed walkthrough maze was specially designed by Dave Phillips and painted by Chico State art students & alumni. Exploration and discovery for all ages around every corner!

On view through August 1, 2026 ☀️

05/13/2026

📚 The next Community Science Book Club meets on Saturday, June 13, at 11am in Gateway Science Museum’s Weibel Community Room. Participate in a lively discussion of “Entangled Life” by Merlin Sheldrake.

Please RSVP via email to [email protected] if you plan to attend!

📖 Previous Book Club picks include:
- Turning to Stone by Marcia Bjornerud
- Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green
- Why We Remember by Charan Ranganath
- California Against the Sea by Rosanna Xia
- The Science of Interstellar by Kip Thorne
- Becoming Earth by Ferris Jabr

05/09/2026

🌍 We're excited for another fun summer of hands-on exhibits, science, and exploration! Visitors, please take note of these summer dates and hours of operation:

✨ Gateway's normal open hours continue to be 11:00am - 4:00pm, Thursday-Saturday.

Additionally, our special open Wednesdays been extended into July! If you're looking for bonus time at the museum, drop by on these dates from 3:00 - 7:00pm:
🌟 May 13,
🌟 June 10
🌟 July 8

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The museum will be CLOSED on the following dates, so please plan your visit accordingly:
May 21, May 22 and May 23
June 5 and 6
July 4

05/06/2026

🌱 This Saturday, May 9, join California Climate Action Corps in taking action to refresh our gardens. Grab your friends, de-stress before finals by trimming the trails or learning about compost - every hand makes a difference. 🌿

10:00am-12:00pm | Saturday, May 9. Open to the community! Sign up to volunteer: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeqOPe1Prq7cIDp3ojHeqJgg48demurji1v0CowW2jne_grw/viewform?usp=header

05/02/2026

💥 Mark your calendars for the last day to view our exhibits: Motion Mania and TinkerTopia — both close Saturday, May 16.

On the way is A-MAZE-D — a cave-themed walkthrough maze designed exclusively by Dave Phillips, acclaimed puzzle designer, and painted by Chico State art students and alumni.

A-MAZE-D officially opens on May 28, with a special Members Only preview on May 27 from 4-6pm! For more information on how to become a member, visit our website. ✨

Please note the museum will be closed May 21-23 to prepare for this exciting exhibit change.

Address

625 Esplanade
Chico, CA
95929

Opening Hours

Thursday	11am - 4pm
Friday	11am - 4pm
Saturday	11am - 4pm

Telephone

+15308984121

Website

http://www.csuchico.edu/gateway/

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