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Five Fun Summer Science Activities for Kids

By CuriOdyssey | Mon July 15, 2024

Keeping kids engaged and learning during vacation can give new meaning to the phrase “endless summer.” At CuriOdyssey, we’re here to help with exciting and educational science activities that you can easily do at home.

The Science of Garden Towers

By CuriOdyssey | Tue June 25, 2024

We’re excited to introduce our latest outdoor exhibit: Garden Towers! Launched in May, this innovative display showcases the benefits and wonders of hydroponic growing, revolutionizing the way we think about gardening and food production.

A Call to Action: Protecting Local Raptors

By CuriOdyssey | Wed June 12, 2024

On May 23, the California Assembly passed the Poison-Free Wildlife Act (AB 2552). Now awaiting Senate approval, the bill adds further restrictions on the use of deadly anticoagulant rodenticides that continue to poison wildlife such as owls, hawks, eagles, and other species.

A young kid carefully pets a millipede held by a CuriOdyssey volunteer

5 Tips for an Accessible Visit to CuriOdyssey

By Katie Mock | Tue March 19, 2024

We strive to provide spaces and exhibits that are as accessible as possible every day. Here are five tips on how to get the most out of your visit with us!

Outdoor cabinet containing donated books

Little Free Library at CuriOdyssey

By Katie Mock | Fri February 23, 2024

Are you a reader? Do you like to share books? Did you know that CuriOdyssey has a Little Free Library? We do! It is right out front in a beautiful…

3 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your IlluminOdyssey Visit

By Katie Mock | Fri December 8, 2023

Returning for its seventh year, IlluminOdyssey is a fan-favorite for the whole family, and is free with admission or membership. CuriOdyssey’s hands-on approach to science education influences every facet of this exhibition. IlluminOdyssey’s interactive glowing exhibits awaken kids’ curiosity, build critical thinking skills, and inspire an interest in science and the natural world. As a non-profit outdoor science museum and zoo, we make exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math fun and exciting for kids and adults of all ages.

Jerry the kinkajou stares at the camera from his nest of blankets in quarantine

CuriOdyssey Fights Wildlife Trafficking with Jerry the Kinkajou

By Katie Mock | Mon December 4, 2023

“He’s a kinkajou and his name is Jerry, that’s all I know.” When our Director of Wildlife, Nikii Finch-Morales received a call from the Warden at the California Department of…

Tonaka Kendrick Awards Tish Palmer Volunteer of the Year

Volunteer Spotlight: Tish Palmer Named Volunteer of the Year

By Katie Mock | Wed November 29, 2023

Hello! My name is Tish Palmer. I have been a volunteer at CuriOdyssey since 2012: 11 Years! I chose to become a volunteer at CuriOdyssey at the suggestion of my son,…

Wildlife Apprentice Ariana with Yzma, a Swainson's Hawk

The Training Game: Dispatches from Ariana, our 2022-23 Wildlife Apprentice

By Katie Mock | Wed November 1, 2023

Every year, we welcome a new Wildlife Apprentice at CuriOdyssey to train alongside our Keepers and Wildlife Team. The Wildlife Apprenticeship ends with a final project. Former projects have included…

A girl sits on the floor, looking towards a book that someone is holding for her to see.

Photo Recap: Sensory Sunday

By CuriOdyssey | Fri October 13, 2023

our new Sensory Sunday event series invites guests for an afternoon of guided experiences, a variety of sensory explorations and spaces, access to sensory support kits, and more. During our first two events in July and September, over 400 attendees enjoyed free attendance.