Hands-on learning is encouraged in the Discovery Classroom where students play games and work to solve real life problems. The Computer Classroom provides technology and programming to enhance the visitor's understanding of both the technological and natural worlds. A visit to the Aquarium is always exciting. Exhibits are continually changing and being upgraded. New and different animals are added and natural behaviors such as nest-building and rearing young can be observed.
Center reinforces our connection to the river.
It is designed to conserve energy through responsible use of materials and systems. Learn proper use of a microscope and identification of objects under magnification. 6-8 Deadly Diagnosis Build critical thinking skills as students solve a biological mystery involving venomous animals. Grave Mistake Use problem solving skills to learn about the effects of human actions on groundwater. Auditorium Programs Live animals take the Auditorium stage in the Aquarium to tell the story of freshwater plant and animal life Through the use of interactive drama, slide presentations, and puppet shows, learning truly becomes an adventure.