Gateway Science Museum

Visiting Gateway

Regular Hours

Thursday - Saturday 11 a.m.– 4 p.m.

We will be CLOSED July 3-5.

Check our Schedule of Events(opens in new window) for dates and times.


Admission:

  • Adults: $7.00
  • Youth (ages 3-17): $5.00
  • Chico State and Butte College students: free admission!
  • Gateway members:(opens in new window) free admission!
    • Memberships are available for purchase and valid for one year from the purchase date
  • Museums for All Beneficiaries: $3.00
    • Gateway Science Museum is  a proud participant in Museums for All(opens in new window),  a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Visitors receiving food assistance (SNAP) benefits pay reduced admission of $3.00 per person with the presentation of a SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card and valid photo ID (up to four visitors per card).
  • Group Rate:
    • $5 per person, minimum of 15 people in the group

  • Self-guided Class Visits:
    • What: Enjoy Gateway at your own pace in a self-guided group.
    • Who: All grades welcome
    • When: Thursdays and Fridays anytime between 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM
    • Cost: $5/person or a flat rate of $125
    • Advanced scheduled appointment is requiredat least 2 weeks prior to visit.
    • Please note:
      • No tour guide or demonstration is provided. Museum scavenger hunts are available upon request.
      • Groups must meet a minimum of 1:10 chaperone to student ratio. Chaperones should engage with students and encourage appropriate behavior during the entire visit.
      • Maximum of 30 people.
    • Please email gateway@csuchico.edu

Masks are optional and always welcome on campus.

Before and during your visit, please note:

  • Anyone who is feeling ill should stay home
  • Maintain good hygiene by washing hands, using hand sanitizer, and covering coughs and sneezes

Learn more about our Current Exhibits.(opens in new window)

PARKING(opens in new window) at Gateway Science Museum