Fridays, April 9 & 232 - 5 pm FREE for Members or with General Admission Children and their families can explore the Cook Museum at their own pace with additional sensory-based activities available in the Exhibits. For this event, the Museum, in partnership with the Regional Autism
April Homeschool Classes
Tuesdays, April 13 & 273 - 4:30 pm Limited spots available. Admission to the Exhibits is not included. There are two ways to register: in person at the Guest Services desk in the Museum lobby or contact the Group Sales department during regular weekday business hours at groups@cookmuseum.org
April Community Classes
Tuesdays, April 6 & 203 - 4:30 pm Limited spots available. Admission to the Exhibits is not included. There are two ways to register: in person at the Guest Services desk in the Museum lobby or contact the Group Sales department during regular weekday business hours at groups@cookmuseum.org
Stories in the Store During Spring Break
Monday, March 29 - Friday, April 2 from 9:30 - 10 amCost: FREE Join us for Stories in the Store where we will read a couple of stories each morning during Spring Break. Children will be able to take an active roll in the story telling. Come early to choose your favorite stool! Story time will
Phantastic Phenomena Multi-Day Camp (5 days)
Monday, June 21 - Friday, June 25 &Monday, July 12 - Friday, July 1610 am - 2 pm $199 (+ tax) per child, per week; $10 Member discount Why do the tides change? What makes a rainbow? Why do cats’ eyes glow? Science is full of unexpected phenomena. Come satisfy your curiosity as we explore
Insects of the Night Q&A with Animal Care
Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 1 pmFREE for Members or with General Admission Join us at the Cook Museum as Sarah May, the Museum’s Ectotherm Specialist, discusses insect life that occurs at night – the chirping you hear, the fireflies you see, and the pollinating that happens. Also learn about how
Egg-citing Insects
Monday, March 22 - Saturday, April 1010 am - 3 pmFREE for Members or with General Admission Who wants to talk about insect eggs? Insect eggs are fascinating, but often hard to find in nature. Visit the Wonderful World of Insects Exhibit to get an up-close view of a variety of insect eggs and
Amazing Amphibians Fun Day
Saturday, March 1310 am – 3 pmFREE for Members or with General Admission Delve into the world of amphibians. Come learn about salamanders, frogs, and the vast number of species that live right here in Alabama, including the fascinating hellbender! Explore the Exhibits with the Frog Finder
March Homeschool Classes
Tuesdays, March 9 & 2310 - 11:30 am Limited spots available. Adults who would like to participate in the class are able to register and pay the fee for their own slot (if available). Admission to the Exhibits is not included. There are two ways to register: in person at the Guest
March Community Classes
Tuesdays, March 2 & 1610 - 11:30 am Limited spots available. Adults who would like to participate in the class are able to register and pay the fee for their own slot (if available). Admission to the Exhibits is not included. There are two ways to register: in person at the Guest
Valentine Card Take-Home
Friday, February 12 - Saturday, February 13FREE for Members or with General Admission Visit the Museum on Friday or Saturday February 12 & 13 and choose a valentine or two to take home that you can color and decorate.
Crab Q&A with Animal Care
Saturday, February 20 at 10 am & NoonFREE for Members or with General Admission Come learn more about how crabs play an important role in many ecosystems in this brief Question & Answer session with Animal Care.