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Homeschool program at the Science Center

Homeschool Programs

Hands-on Learning for Homeschoolers

First Thursday of each month November-April
10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
For ages 4 to 6 and ages 7 to 10

Join us at this monthly series for homeschooled students to learn about the natural world through hands-on activities and investigations. We will wrap up each program with a visit with one of our live animal ambassadors.

Advance registration is required. Register for one program or attend the whole series. Activities take place both indoors and outdoors. Dress to be outdoors with insulated boots, hats, gloves, jackets, and warm layers when appropriate.

Cost per session: $12/member child; $15/non-member child

An adult must participate with children at no additional cost. Each additional adult pays child fee.


2025/26 Program Topics Ages 4-6:
  • November 6 – Topic TBD
  • December 4 – Topic TBD
  • January 8 – Topic TBD
  • February 5 – Topic TBD
  • March 5 – Topic TBD
  • April 2 – Topic TBD

All sessions of the ages 4-6 group are full; if you would like to be added to the waitlist, please contact Program Registrar Melissa Greenawalt at 603-968-7194 x112 or at melissa.greenawalt@nhnature.org to be added.


2025/26 Program Topics Ages 7-10:
  • November 6 – Topic TBD
  • December 4 – Topic TBD
  • January 8 – Topic TBD
  • February 5 – Topic TBD
  • March 5 – Topic TBD
  • April 2 – Topic TBD

Our homeschool programs are aligned to Next Generation Science Standards and NH College and Career Ready Science Standards. Homeschool groups can schedule any of our school programs for their group and qualify for school program rates.


For questions or to schedule your homeschool program email
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