Family Programs

At the Highlands Center

We offers educational programs for families throughout the year regarding the natural history of the Central Highlands of Arizona. For our complete list of upcoming events, please view our calendar.

Community Nature Study Series

3rd Wednesday of the month with exceptions- learn different facets of natural history in Arizona and sometimes beyond…..

Our Community Nature Study Series (CNSS) is one of our flagship Adult Programs brought to you in partnership with the Arizona Master Naturalists (AZMN) of the Central Highlands Chapter. Through this series, there is a wide range of enriching and enlightening subjects for the learner about the Central Highlands around us and sometimes beyond. No matter the topic, you will discover new and exciting facts about the natural world.

Upcoming Presentations:

February 18, 2026

March 2, 2026

March 18, 2026

Discovery Saturdays

Come on out to the Highlands Center for Natural History for Discovery Saturday! Learning Stations highlighting the many wonders of the Central Highlands will be set up throughout our Discovery Gardens. The learning stations provide each visitor the chance to learn and to become wise caretakers of the land.

Upcoming Presentations:

February 28, 2026, 9 AM – 12 PM

March 28, 2026, 9 AM – 12 PM

Family Forest Play

Bring your littles to The Highlands Center for some family fun in the forest. We will meet in Forest Play on select Thursday mornings to read stories, play games, make crafts, go on hikes, and enjoy time in nature together. *Stories and activities designed for ages 0-5 years old.* This program is FREE!

6-Week Winter Series | Thursdays | Jan 15 – Feb 19 |

10 AM – 12 PM

Each session will be limited to only those who have pre-registered for that date.

Thursday, January 15th

Thursday, January 22nd

Thursday, January 29th

Thursday, February 5th

Thursday, February 12th

Thursday, February 19th

Please email Jules if you have any questions at jgalan@highlandscenter.org

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