EVENT CALENDAR
GARAGE SALE
SAT, SEP 20TH
10AM-4PM
Join us for the Rice Museum’s Garage Sale, where treasures from the earth can be yours at unbeatable prices! Browse tables brimming with rocks, gems, minerals, and lapidary materials, all at discounted rates perfect for collectors, jewelers, and curious explorers alike.
Early Admission: 10–11am for Rice Museum members only
General Admission: Opens at 11am for non-members
Shop early for the best selection, discover unique specimens, and take home a piece of geological wonder — all while supporting the Rice Museum.
Members: Free
Nonmembers:
$5 Garage Sale Only
General admission pricing for Museum & Garage Sale
Don’t miss this one-day event — your next great find is waiting!
DINO PLAY DAY
SAT, SEP 27TH
10AM-2PM
Get ready for a prehistoric adventure the whole family will love!
- Fossil Digs – Become a paleontologist for the day and uncover ancient treasures.
- Meet the Fossil Team – See real fossils, touch detailed replicas, play a matching game, and explore fascinating books, stickers, pins and more for sale.
- Hands-On Fossil Table – Hold genuine dinosaur bones and feel history in your hands.
- Dino Crafts – Create your own dino-inspired masterpiece and let your imagination roam free!
DINO PLAY DAY is part of the Worldwide Day of Play, a celebration sponsored by the Association of Children’s Museums and Nickelodeon. This special day is all about joyful learning through play—encouraging kids and families to get active, explore, and have fun together.
Included with general admission. Free for members.
SIP & STONE
SAT, NOV 22ND
6PM-9PM
Raise a glass in celebration of Oregon’s vibrant wine country while immersed in the sparkling beauty of the Museum. This special fundraising evening brings together flavors of the vineyard, the science of the soil, and the brilliance of the Earth’s treasures.
- Local Wineries: Taste wines from some of Oregon’s finest producers, including Eagle’s Nest Reserve Vineyard & Winery and Lemelson Vineyards, with additional wineries to be announced. Guests will receive a punch card to enjoy tastings responsibly at each winery station.
- Food Pairings: Savor delicious charcuterie options designed to complement the evening’s wines.
- Featured Talks with Scott Burns: Renowned geologist Scott Burns will give two engaging talks at 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM, exploring the fascinating connections between geology, soils, and wine.
All proceeds from the evening directly support the Rice Museum’s educational programs, collections, exhibits and more. Help us inspire curiosity about Earth Sciences for generations to come!
Tickets: $100 per person (21 and over)
SAVE THE DATE:
Sat, Oct 25th – Halloween at the Museum
Sat, Nov 15th – Diamonds and Diorite: A Minecraft Day
Sat, Dec 6th – Nifty Fifties Christmas at the Museum