Leading women scientists in the Cape Fear Region will highlight their careers at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher (NCAFF) 2024 Femme in Stem.

Swift App School offers a unique coding camp experience for students (ages 13-18) interested in learning
how to design and code apps for the iPhone and Vision Pro.

A Summer Research Practicum, June 23rd - 26th 2024, focused on Marine Sciences hosted by Elizabeth City State University on the campus of Trinity Center.

To describe the common ticks species of North Carolina that people encounter.

Assemble your team and prepare for a night of science fun and competition. Explore CSC’s new exhibit Big League Fun and compete against friends in a time-tracked romp through exhibit challenges (who can throw the fastest pitch?), feats of bravery (which bug will you dare to eat?), and trivia. Purchase tickets in advance to secure your spot!    Science After Dark: Big League Fun Challenge Night May 23rd, 2024 from 6 - 8 PMIn the Main Arts and Science Building   Please note that tickets are only available through Catawba Science Center. Third-party ticket sales are not permitted. This policy is in place to protect our guests from potential scams. If you have questions about your tickets please call our office at 828-322-8169.

BLF is an engaging exhibit experience that emphasizes the science and math behind baseball! Get ready for fun collaborations with local baseball teams such as the Hickory Crawdads, and Charlotte Knights!

Join Kidzu every first Friday for FREE themed STEMonstrations! Admission is free all day. This month, celebrate World Oceans Day with World of Water! Family First Fridays are monthly programs featuring free all-day museum admission with a range of facilitated STEMonstrations by real world scientists, artists, and makers. 

To kick off National Safe Boating Week 2024, the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation, the North Carolina chapter of the American Canoe Association, and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary are hosting beginners’ kayaking safety programs across the state! Join us at Lake James State Park for this unique opportunity that will introduce you to flat-water kayaking at the Paddy’s Creek Access. Participants will learn about different kayak types, kayaking safety, and basic paddling skills taught by volunteer ACA-certified kayak instructors. A kayak, life jacket, and paddle will be provided for participants, but you can bring your own kayak or equipment if you would like. Participants must be at least 14 years old. Registration is required, and the program costs $15 plus tax per participant. Typically, this class would cost $50-$100! Click the Register button to sign up on the GetOutdoors Pedal and Paddle registration site. The registration fee is nonrefundable. Please note: A photographer will be present at each program. By registering, you are…

Join us for a Naturalist Program to explore the world of animal athletes in the Naturalist Center on Saturday, May 25th from 10 AM – 12 PM. FREE event with the purchase of admission.