Greenville Science Center
729 Dickinson Ave.
Greenville NC 27834
Wednesday-Friday: 12pm – 5pm
Saturday: 10am – 2pm
252-364-2862
Grifton Nature & Science Center
949 Contentnea Ln.
Grifton, NC 27530
Daily: Sunrise to Sunset
SATURDAYS IN GRIFTON
KAYAKING
Kayak in one of our shallow ponds on Saturdays between 10 am and 2 pm.
NATURE PLAYSCAPE
Explore, build, create, and play in a space made entirely out of natural materials.
PLANETARIUM SHOWS
Explore the wonders of our universe in the Chia-yu Li Planetarium.
Greenville Science Center
729 Dickinson Avenue • Greenville, NC • (252) 364-2862 Our science learning center and museum located in the heart of Greenville offers exhibits, science camps, and public programs to ignite Eastern North Carolina’s interest in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) in an educational and fun way!
Grifton Nature & Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane • Grifton, NC • (252) 364-2862 Our Grifton location features 400 acres land in southern Pitt County and offers hiking, camping, and kayaking adventures. The Grifton Nature & Science Center is also home to the Chia-Yu Li Planetarium and the Kitty and Max Joyner Observatory.august, 2019
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Explore our beautiful planet earth on our 400 Acres! Become a citizen scientist and help save the bees! Dig through our green gardens and learn how solar energy, composting and
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Explore our beautiful planet earth on our 400 Acres! Become a citizen scientist and help save the bees! Dig through our green gardens and learn how solar energy, composting and recycling can affect our world. Listen to guest speakers and create treasures out of trash. Participate in crafts that include leaf printing, nature design, and making paper! End the afternoons with water games, kayaking and hiking through the grounds every day! Camp is from 8am-4pm. Drop off begins at 7:30 and you may pick up as late as 5:30.
* The cost is $150/camper.
* Camps are designed for rising 1st-5th graders.
*A shuttle is provided from our Greenville location for an additional fee of $25/camper.
Time
July 29 (Monday) 7:30 am - August 2 (Friday) 5:30 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
Ticket Section Title
Tickets are not available for sale any more for this event!
03aug11:00 am2:00 pmEvent OverSaturday Planetarium Shows
Event Details
Over the the summer months the Chia-yu Li Planetarium at A Time for Science in Grifton will be open to the public each Saturday from 11 am - 2 pm.
Event Details
Over the the summer months the Chia-yu Li Planetarium at A Time for Science in Grifton will be open to the public each Saturday from 11 am – 2 pm. Show times are at 11 am, 12 pm, and 1 pm. Follow the learn more link below to visit the planetarium page for show descriptions.
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
Ticket Section Title
Tickets are not available for sale any more for this event!
Event Details
Explore our beautiful planet earth on our 400 Acres! Become a citizen scientist and help save the bees! Dig through our green gardens and learn how solar energy, composting and
more
Event Details
Explore our beautiful planet earth on our 400 Acres! Become a citizen scientist and help save the bees! Dig through our green gardens and learn how solar energy, composting and recycling can affect our world. Listen to guest speakers and create treasures out of trash. Participate in crafts that include leaf printing, nature design, and making paper! End the afternoons with water games, kayaking and hiking through the grounds every day! Camp is from 8am-4pm. Drop off begins at 7:30 and you may pick up as late as 5:30.
* The cost is $150/camper.
* Camps are designed for rising 1st-5th graders.
*A shuttle is provided from our Greenville location for an additional fee of $25/camper.
Time
5 (Monday) 7:30 am - 9 (Friday) 5:30 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
Ticket Section Title
Tickets are not available for sale any more for this event!
10aug11:00 am2:00 pmEvent OverSaturday Planetarium Shows
Event Details
Over the the summer months the Chia-yu Li Planetarium at A Time for Science in Grifton will be open to the public each Saturday from 11 am - 2 pm.
Event Details
Over the the summer months the Chia-yu Li Planetarium at A Time for Science in Grifton will be open to the public each Saturday from 11 am – 2 pm. Show times are at 11 am, 12 pm, and 1 pm. Follow the learn more link below to visit the planetarium page for show descriptions.
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
Ticket Section Title
Tickets are not available for sale any more for this event!
17aug11:00 am2:00 pmEvent OverSaturday Planetarium Shows
Event Details
Over the the summer months the Chia-yu Li Planetarium at A Time for Science in Grifton will be open to the public each Saturday from 11 am - 2 pm.
Event Details
Over the the summer months the Chia-yu Li Planetarium at A Time for Science in Grifton will be open to the public each Saturday from 11 am – 2 pm. Show times are at 11 am, 12 pm, and 1 pm. Follow the learn more link below to visit the planetarium page for show descriptions.
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
Ticket Section Title
Tickets are not available for sale any more for this event!
18aug10:00 am2:00 pmEvent OverSaturday Kayak RentalRent a kayak for use on our shallow pond!
Event Details
The trails at our Grifton location are open for your enjoyment from sunup to sundown every day, but did you know you can also kayak on our ponds on Saturdays
Event Details
The trails at our Grifton location are open for your enjoyment from sunup to sundown every day, but did you know you can also kayak on our ponds on Saturdays between 10 am and 2 pm?
Rent a kayak, pfd, paddle, and get a brief lesson before launching into our shallow pond for kayaking. Take a break for a picnic lunch, and then paddle again!
The cost is $10/person. See our website or contact sam@atimeforscience.org for more information!
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
Ticket Section Title
Tickets are not available for sale any more for this event!
23aug9:00 pm10:00 pmStarry NightPlanetarium Show & Observatory Session
Event Details
Come out to A Time for Science to enjoy an evening planetarium show and a look through the incredible 16-inch telescope in the Kitty and Max Joyner Observatory. Admission $5
Event Details
Come out to A Time for Science to enjoy an evening planetarium show and a look through the incredible 16-inch telescope in the Kitty and Max Joyner Observatory. Admission $5 per person. For more information call 252-364-6569 or email brian@atimeforscience.org.
Time
(Friday) 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
Ticket Section Title
Price $5.00
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
september 20, 2019 7:30 pmnovember 1, 2019 7:00 pmdecember 6, 2019 7:00 pm
24aug11:00 am2:00 pmSaturday Planetarium Shows
Event Details
Over the the summer months the Chia-yu Li Planetarium at A Time for Science in Grifton will be open to the public each Saturday from 11 am - 2 pm.
Event Details
Over the the summer months the Chia-yu Li Planetarium at A Time for Science in Grifton will be open to the public each Saturday from 11 am – 2 pm. Show times are at 11 am, 12 pm, and 1 pm. Follow the learn more link below to visit the planetarium page for show descriptions.
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
Ticket Section Title
Price $5.00
Order Now24aug8:00 pm10:00 pmCarolina Skies Astronomy Club Meeting
Event Details
Carolina Skies Astronomy Club (CSAC) invites you to attend their monthly meeting. Connect with others in our community who are passionate and curious about the night sky. If you are
Event Details
Carolina Skies Astronomy Club (CSAC) invites you to attend their monthly meeting. Connect with others in our community who are passionate and curious about the night sky. If you are interested in astronomy but have not purchased a telescope, this is an excellent time to try different types of telescopes and view some interesting objects at the same time! For more information call 252-364-6569 or email brian@atimeforscience.org.
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
25aug10:00 am2:00 pmSaturday Kayak RentalRent a kayak for use on our shallow pond!
Event Details
The trails at our Grifton location are open for your enjoyment from sunup to sundown every day, but did you know you can also kayak on our ponds on Saturdays
Event Details
The trails at our Grifton location are open for your enjoyment from sunup to sundown every day, but did you know you can also kayak on our ponds on Saturdays between 10 am and 2 pm?
Rent a kayak, pfd, paddle, and get a brief lesson before launching into our shallow pond for kayaking. Take a break for a picnic lunch, and then paddle again!
The cost is $10/person. See our website or contact sam@atimeforscience.org for more information!
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
Ticket Section Title
Price $10.00
31aug11:00 am2:00 pmSaturday Planetarium Shows
Event Details
Over the the summer months the Chia-yu Li Planetarium at A Time for Science in Grifton will be open to the public each Saturday from 11 am - 2 pm.
Event Details
Over the the summer months the Chia-yu Li Planetarium at A Time for Science in Grifton will be open to the public each Saturday from 11 am – 2 pm. Show times are at 11 am, 12 pm, and 1 pm. Follow the learn more link below to visit the planetarium page for show descriptions.
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
ATFS Grifton Nature and Science Center
949 Contentnea Lane, Grifton, NC 28530
Ticket Section Title
Price $5.00
Order Now