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Bean Life Science Museum

We inspire wonder, understanding, and reverence for our evolving planet.

Mon-Fri 10 AM - 9 PM
Saturdays 10 AM - 5 PM

FREE ADMISSION

Visit the Museum

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Public Programs

Our public programs include free Family Home Evenings, Discovery Reading, Summer Camps, and the Y Life Science Podcast.
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School Programs

Our school programs align with the Utah State Science Core Curriculum. We do these programs in three formats: webcasts, in-house, and outreach!

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Exhibits

We have many exhibits for patrons to enjoy. We are currently developing new, temporary, student-driven exhibits.
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Plan Your Visit

Learn about our hours, where to park, and what to see and do while you're visiting the museum.
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Lytle Preserve

Learn about this unique ecosystem located in the southwest part of Utah in Washington county.
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Events

Join us for scheduled events such as Family Nights, Night at the Museums, Game Night, Trivia Night, and the Tanner Lecture Series
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Upcoming Events and Museum Updates

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Education

Fall 2023 Trivia Nights at the Bean Museum

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday, September 23
Register your team today!
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Education

Fall 2023 Wild Edibles Nature Experienceship

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday, October 14
NOTE: Date change to October 14th
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Education

Fall 2023 Game Nights at the Bean Museum

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday, October 07
Free fun after hours at the Bean!
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Halloween Family Night

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Monday, October 30
Free fun for the family! Note: There will be no candy at this event.
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Education

CLUE Murder Mystery Dinner

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday, November 11
Who done it?
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2023 Back to School at the Bean Report

September 27, 2023 10:50 AM
This is the Place: Discover Utah's Diversity
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Museum Updates

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2023 Back to School at the Bean Report

September 27, 2023 10:50 AM
This is the Place: Discover Utah's Diversity
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2023 Fall Birding Nature Experienceship Report

September 28, 2023 08:00 AM
The best way to spend a Saturday morning!
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2023 September Trivia Night Report

September 29, 2023 11:30 AM
CATS!!!
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