First Friday Night
First Fridays are FUN!
First Friday Night, 5-9 p.m.
Join us on the first Friday night of each month for special activities from 5-9 p.m.
First 2 guests FREE, each additional guest just $2
Thank you for helping to offset the cost of providing special guests, live animals, and exciting programs & activities!
November 4, Bugs, Birds & Bats
Find out the difference between endoskeleton and exoskeletons as we compare bugs, birds, bats and other animals, inside and out.
Sponsored by: Olympia Regional Spine Group (ORSG)
December 4, Winter Green
Study some snowflake science and celebrate our Evergreen state by making a wreath and pine cone critters.
2019 First Friday Nights are Supported By:
Sensory Friendly Room graciously supported by the Agostinho Rodrigues Trust
Free & Reduced Programs generously supported by Dawkins Charitable Trust and the Robert E. and Adele Boydston Foundation.
More About This Fun Event
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What about parking?
Parking is available in the museum's lot north of the building and is free after 5 p.m. The metered spots on the surrounding streets are also free after 5 p.m. You can avoid parking hassles by taking Intercity Transit. The museum is only two blocks away from the downtown transit center.
Are strollers allowed in the museum?
Yes, however you will be required to leave it in the lobby stroller parking during your visit.
Want to learn more about Hands On's Free & Reduced Admission Programs? Click here.
Are you or your business interested in sponsoring this program? Call our Development team at (360) 956-0818 ext. 151, or email development@hocm.org