Over 250 interactive exhibits and activities in science, technology, engineering, art, and math
for the whole familyOver 250 interactive exhibits and activities in science, technology, engineering, math, and art
for the whole family
Explora is an innovative experiential learning center located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque
Explora is an innovative experiential learning center located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque
Explora is an innovative experiential learning center located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque
Explora is an innovative experiential learning center located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque
Upcoming Events
Crafternoon – Shrinky Dinks
Upcoming Events
Crafternoon – Shrinky Dinks
✨ Making, creating, and innovating together! ✨
The NSF Day of Making celebration at Explora served as a dynamic, multi-sensory event that centered youth innovation and universal design STEAM engagement through creative hands-on activities.
Anchored by teen-led programs and local maker partnerships, this event successfully invited visitors of all ages and abilities to explore, question, and create.
📸 Photo credit: Dominic Valdez
#DayOfMaking #ExploraNM
For over 10 years, Lovelace and Explora have partnered to support families and spark early learning through the Lovelace Labor of Love program! Together, we`ve provided thousands of free memberships to growing families, giving even the youngest minds access to hands-on STEAM discovery. We`re proud to share a commitment to nurturing curiosity from the very beginning!
We are thrilled to have Lovelace’s support as a sponsor of the main event of the Association of Children’s Museums conference. Their dedication to community health and early childhood development is helping us welcome museum professionals from across the country right here in Albuquerque!
Start your Friday at Explora with free admission 🎉
Join Jackie, Tony, and Ryan from 100.3 THE PEAK for PEAK Summer Fun Day this Friday, June 6, from 6–10am.
Early morning energy, and totally free for everyone.
Presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield 💙
#ExploraNM #PEAKSummerDay #ABQEvents #FreeFun #FamilyMorning #SummerAtExplora
Come meet local scientists and explore how STEAM is shaping the future of our city! 🔬🧠
Who knows, you might even discover your future career!
📅 Saturday, June 7
🕙 10am–2pm
Included with admission
Thanks to the New Mexico Library Foundation and META, Explora has been able to support engineering programs at the Los Lunas Public Library. This week, teens at the library used an invention kit called a Makey Makey to connect everyday objects to computer keys using a circuit board, alligator clips, and a USB cable. These everyday objects then become controllers for a video game, piano keys for composing music, and more!
Thanks to META, Explora educators were able to lead a program at the library and model for the librarians how they can continue incorporating this technology into library programs. Thanks to the New Mexico Library Foundation, Explora was also able to provide the library with the materials and technology needed to continue offering this engaging engineering program with Makey Makey invention kits.
📚 CNM Study Hours Update
Our Study Hours program will be on pause for the summer. The last day to join us this semester is Saturday, May 31.
We’ll be back in the fall with updated hours for the 2025–2026 school year, so be sure to check back for the new schedule!
