JUNE & JULY – SPRINGS PRESERVE EVENTS & PROGRAMS
ADVENTURE IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER AT SPRINGS PRESERVE
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SPECIAL EVENTS – JUNE & JULY 2024
Dinosaur Explorer
Through September 2
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Monday
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Dinosaur fans won’t want to miss the Dinosaur Explorer exhibit at the Springs Preserve. The exhibit explores the wildest, wackiest and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures. Although they lived millions of years before us, dinosaurs adapted to not only survive, but to thrive on Earth. Create your own personalized dinosaur, step into a nest and discover why these creatures were dino-mite. Presented by Imagine Exhibitions. Free for members or included with general admission.
DRI Science at the Springs–The Story of Extremes
Thursday, June 13
6 – 8 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
This thought-provoking science lecture delves into the realm of extremes. Explore the impacts and dynamics of its far-reaching consequences on vulnerable populations, the environment and society. Discover how extreme heat shapes communities. The Story of Extremes is part of the DRI Science at the Springs—a multimedia, science storytelling series that explores environmental research, personal narratives and climate solutions. Admission: $10. Reservations are required; seating is limited. Purchase tickets at springspreserve.org.
**Nuwu Pahsats Speaker Series
Crystal Wahpepah: Indigenous Foodways
Saturday, June 22
4 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Acclaimed, Indigenous chef Crystal Wahpepah will share her approach to preparing traditional foods with Native ingredients during this special engagement. Chef Wahpepah has appeared on the Food Network’s Chopped and Beating Bobby Flay and served as a culinary ambassador for the U.S. State Department. The Nuwu Pahsats (Southern Paiute Garden) Speaker Series provides a space for Indigenous Knowledge Givers to share their cultural lifeways and experience with the greater community, emphasizing sustainable relationships with water, plants and the landscape. The event is free, but registration is required. Register at springspreserve.org.
**Night at the Museum: Jurassic Park
Saturday, June 15
4:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Take your dinosaur to dinner and a movie at this exciting event. Enjoy the classic film Jurassic Park along with dinner, movie snacks, dinosaur-themed activities and access to the Springs Preserve’s Origen Museum.
Cost: $20 for nonmembers; $15 for members. Reservations are required; seating is limited. Purchase tickets at springspreserve.org.
**Night at the Museum: Jurassic World
Saturday, July 13
4:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Take your dinosaur to dinner and a movie at this exciting event. Enjoy the classic film Jurassic World along with dinner, movie snacks, dinosaur-themed activities and access to the Springs Preserve’s Origen Museum.
Cost: $20 for nonmembers; $15 for members. Reservations are required; seating is limited. Purchase tickets at springspreserve.org.
** Garden Series: Summer Vegetables
Saturday, July 13
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Can you really grow veggies in the summer in the desert? You bet! Learn what to plant during the hottest season of the year. Cost: $15 for nonmembers; $10 for members. Reservations are required; seating is limited. Purchase tickets at springspreserve.org.
RECURRING ACTIVITIES – JULY 2024
**Springs Safari: Cicada Safari
Saturdays & Sundays in July
11 a.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Come bug out and get up close and personal with cicadas. Get the buzz on these summertime bugs, while learning about their unique life cycle and their loud, distinctive songs. Free for members or included with general admission.
**Conservation for Kids: The Hardest Working River
Saturdays & Sundays in July
1 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Embark on a journey up and down the Colorado River. The Colorado may not be the largest or even the longest river, but it is the hardest working river in the West! Discover the wonders of the river through educational and fun interactive activities. Free for members or included with general admission.
**Nature Exchange Badge Class: Architecture
Saturdays & Sundays in July
2 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Learn about the art and technique of designing and building in the July Nature Exchange Badge Class focused on architecture. Explore how the Springs Preserve practices sustainable architecture and develop your own building project. Free for members or included with general admission.
RECURRING ACTIVITIES – JUNE 2024
Springs Safari: Paleontology
Saturdays & Sundays in June
11 a.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Go on a paleontology safari and learn about fossils, what a paleontologist is, and how studying fossils helps uncover the dino-riffic secrets of the past. Free for members or included with general admission.
Conservation for Kids: Fossils
Saturdays & Sundays in June
1 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Want to discover the secrets of ancient creatures? You can do that and more as you dive into the world of fossils and learn how to protect and preserve our planet’s past and future. Free for members or included with general admission.
Nature Exchange Badge Class: Hydrology
Saturdays & Sundays in June
2 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Take a deep dive into the water cycle while learning more about how water moves, how humans harness its power, and what you can do to conserve it! Free for members or included with general admission.
ONGOING PROGRAMMING & ATTRACTIONS
Toddler Time Kids’ Activity
Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays
11 a.m. – noon
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Bring your little ones to the Springs Preserve for kid-friendly fun with a new theme every week! Recommended for ages 5 and under. Free for members or included with general admission.
Drop-in Demonstrations
Thursday – Monday
Check onsite for details
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Learn more about the Springs Preserve and the natural world with free and fun activities throughout the property. Meet with experts who share information on a variety of subjects ranging from Archaeology, Gardens, Zoology and more! Free for members or with general admission.
WaterWorks Museum
Thursday – Monday
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
WaterWorks Museum is an interactive, behind-the-scenes look at the inner-workings of water treatment and delivery in Southern Nevada. Learn about the challenges and triumphs of the journey of water. The exhibit, located in the Charleston Heights Pumping Station, is presented by the Las Vegas Valley Water District, Southern Nevada Water Authority and Springs Preserve, in partnership with ONE DROP™, with contributions from the RBC Blue Water Project and Springs Preserve Foundation. Free for members or included with general admission.
Boomtown 1905
Thursday-Monday
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Step back in time at Boomtown 1905, a recreated early Las Vegas streetscape. Explore historical re-creations of the original train depot, Arizona Club, Majestic Theatre, First State Bank, Lincoln Hotel, and Las Vegas Mercantile. Encounter interpretive, interactive exhibits and period décor to learn about early-1900s Las Vegas. Free for members or included with general admission.
Springs Café
Thursday – Monday
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
The Springs Café offers exceptional sammiches, salads, brunch, burgers and libations. Made from fresh, healthy ingredients, menu items include vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.
About the Springs Preserve
Commonly known as the “birthplace of Las Vegas,” the Springs Preserve is a 180-acre cultural institution designed to commemorate Las Vegas’ dynamic history and to provide a vision for a sustainable future. Located just three miles from the famed Las Vegas Strip, the Springs Preserve is an award-winning family destination dedicated to exploring green living and desert life through botanical gardens, interactive science and nature exhibits, animal exhibits and trails offering hiking and train rides. Indoor experiences include exhibition galleries featuring art, experiential and traveling exhibits, the Springs Café, gift shop, and the Nevada State Museum. Plan your visit at springspreserve.org. The Springs Preserve is located at 333 South Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107.
ADMISSION
General admission for Nevada residents with ID is $9.95 for adults, $4.95 for children ages 3 to 17, and free for children 2 and under. General admission for non-Nevada residents is $18.95 for adults, $10.95 for children ages 3 to 17, and free for children 2 and under.
General admission includes access to the Nevada State Museum. Special event and class admission prices vary and can be found at springspreserve.org.
Springs Preserve Hours
The Springs Preserve is open Thursday – Monday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Nevada State Museum is open Thursday – Monday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Springs Café is open Thursday – Monday, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Hours vary for classes and special events.
Springs Preserve Membership
Springs Preserve memberships are the perfect way to share the Springs Preserve with family and friends and are available online or at the Springs Preserve Ticketing Office. All memberships include year-round Springs Preserve and Nevada State Museum access, discounts for activities, select events, Springs Cafe and The Springs Preserve Gift Shop. Individual membership is $30, and a Value Family membership is $60 which includes two adults and up to six kids under 18. Donor memberships are also available. Visit springspreserve.org for a list of additional donor options and details.
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