Gateway Science Museum
Location

Gateway Science Museum
625 Esplanade
(near Bidwell Mansion)
Chico, CA 95929–0545

Mailing Address
400 W 1st St.
Chico, CA 95929-0545

530-898-4121
gateway@csuchico.edu

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What's on at Gateway?

Please note there will be limited engagement at the museum due to exhibit change on August 6, 7 and 8

Opens Friday August 14graphic stating A-MAZE-D by Dave Phillips

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Gateway Gardens

Dive into biodiversity in Gateway's permanent garden exhibits. Featuring native and edible plants, student projects, and wildlife habitat, Gateway Gardens are a gem of nature in the heart of Chico.

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Museum Hours: Thursday - Saturday 11 AM - 4 PM

Memberships
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New membership tiers for 2026!

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Saturday Activities
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Saturday Activities in August

Join us in August for Saturday Activities. Drop-in from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Activities are free with admission!

  • August 1: Nebula spin
  • August 8: 3 planet activities
  • August 15: Chemistry is colorful
  • August 22: Stomp rockets
  • August 29: Build-a-battery
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Stay connected and curious!

Find learning, special events and announcements, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of Gateway on Instagram @gatewaysciencemuseumchico

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