All programs correspond with themes identified in the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. EcoTarium also hosts Night Journeys, overnight programs for school and scouting groups. EcoTarium collaborates with dozens of schools to provide professional development for teachers and classroom support for technology and science curriculum. In 1999, EcoTarium provided professional development to nearly 1,000 teachers. Throughout the year, EcoTarium offers many special events and programs, including the summer Jazz at Sunset concert series, Grandparent's Day, Halloween Happening, A Polar Bear's Journey in December, school vacation workshops, Second Sunday family performances, Preschool Discovery Days and more.
Additional fees apply for some special programs.
EcoTarium hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m on Sunday. Members receive free admission to EcoTarium, as well as to more than 200 other science and technology centers across the country, a subscription to Earth Views, discounts on merchandise at the Museum Store and reduced admission to special events.