The wildly popular Date Nite at the Museum returns for a second year on February 13th from 4:30-7:30pm.   Bring your favorite copilot and enjoy the peace and romance of the museum at night. First 50 couples through the door will get a sweet treat from the Cupid Crew at SAM.   Members are free, usual admission rates apply. If you purchase a museum admission on February 13th your ticket is valid for the entire day, and includes admission into Date Nite.

Learn how to safely evacuate an aircraft after an emergency water landing- just like the landing of US Airways Flight 1549!   Led by a former US Airways training specialist, this hands-on activity is free with admission to the museum and suitable for most ages.   January 14, January 15 1:00pm Meet near Innovation Nation

This winter season, for the first time, Discovery Place Science invites visitors to step into a glowing, snow-dusted wonderland with the debut of Snow Days, a one-of-a-kind, all-ages exhibit opening Saturday, November 22 and running through the winter holidays. Snow Days is a fully immersive experience designed to inspire awe, nostalgia and wonder during the winter season.Exhibit areas will include: Aurora Borealis Experience Sock Skating Rink Nature & Animals in Winter The Inuit: Life, Culture and Survival The Snowflake: Research, Art and Folklore Hygge: Human Comfort for Survival Snow Days is an exhibit that appeals to all ages. The exhibit is included with general admission to Discovery Place Science and is free for Members.

Visit Sullenberger Aviation Museum on Saturday, April 4th from 1:00 pm -2:00 pm to hear U.S. Airways Flight 1549 passenger Glenn Carlson ( 6 B) share his expereience on this historic flight. This experience is FREE with paid admission to the museum.

See what special adaptations animals at Jones Lake have that help them survive during the cold winter months. Explore real pelts and skulls for the animals that call Jones Lake home. Participants should meet at the Jones Lake State Park Visitor Center at 2 pm. This program is free to the public.  If you have any questions, please call the park office (910) 588-4550.