Sensory Hour in the Museum

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

We are proud to open our Museum doors with our lights dimmed, minimal sounds, and a relaxed atmosphere. Sensory Hour is an event for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and/or Sensory Processing sensitivities and their families to experience the Museum at their own pace.

This program is free, however pre-registration is required and space is limited.

Charlie Rabbit & Friends

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

Get out your wiggles and have a ton of fun at Turtle Bay’s Gardens (or Greenhouse if it rains)! Charlie Rabbit features gardening and nature activities for young children, their siblings, parents and grandparents. Remember to wear your favorite gardening clothes!

Free for Members, Included with paid Park admission

Successful Indoor Gardening with Affordable Grow Lights

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

Come learn how plants can grow well in any home, with a little extra help. Join Turtle Bay Horticulture Manager Lisa Endicott, who has had up to 100 houseplants at any given time (they make great gifts!).

$6 – $8

Family 2nd Saturday: Bubble Day at Turtle Bay!

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

School’s out and now is the time to join Turtle Bay Educators and Volunteers for our popular Bubble Day!

Free for Members, Included with paid Park admission

Unleash the Rainbow Paint with your Pooch!

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

We are always trying to enrich our animals’ lives and playing around with paint is fun for everyone! During this event, you and your dog will create a painting together. Come ready to get dirty in a painting event you will never forget!

$5

Brews by the Bridge (21+)

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

Join us at the Sundial Bridge for this 21+ event featuring 10+ Craft Breweries, live music, tasty food, and more!

$30

Science Saturday: Rainbow Science

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

Science Saturday is an educational program designed to inspire guests of all ages to explore the natural world and all its wonders through experiments, demonstrations, and other activities.

Free for Members, Included with paid Park admission

DSLR Photography Workshop: Beautiful Butterflies

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

Bring your DSLR camera and join us as we visit the Butterfly House and capture the majesty of these beautiful insects!

$30 – $35

Venom Show

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

Join us to examine the world of the venomous animals. Watch a rattlesnake slither through the grass and a tarantula crawl on the hand during a special venom show. Learn how these incredible animals use their venom to survive their daily lives.

Free for Members, Included with paid Park admission

Art Studio Saturday: Colorful Crayon Rubbings

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

Art Studio Saturday is an open studio art program for guests of all ages to explore their creativity and try something new.

Free for Members, Included with paid Park admission

Nor-Cal Think Pink 5K Walk/Run

Turtle Bay Exploration Park McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA

Grab your running shoes and Pink swag for a fun 5K Walk/Run with your community. Join us on October 7, 2023 at Turtle Bay Exploration Park Arboretum to further raise awareness for breast cancer at this event for all ages

$25

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