Homeschooler Monday: Coding for the Climate - Dash Robots
2026-01-19 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Homeschooler Monday: Coding for the Climate – Dash Robots
It’s back by popular demand! Our Dash Robots program filled up fast, so we’re thrilled to offer it again—perfect for students who missed out the first time or can’t wait for another robotic adventure.
In this hands-on coding challenge, students will explore energy sources, compare green energy and fossil fuels, and discover how technology can help protect our planet. Working in teams, they’ll program Dash robots to go on climate-saving missions—using functions and sensors to search for “sick plants” and solve environmental challenges.
This program runs parallel to last month’s Mars Coding Quest, but with an exciting new climate-focused theme. New missions, new problems to solve, and the same awesome robots!
Registration will open to members on Wednesday, January 7th at 9am. Registration for the general public will open on Friday, January 9th at 9am.

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This program is free of charge thanks to our generous supporters:

Daycare Wednesday
2026-01-21, 2026-01-28, 2026-02-04, 2026-02-11, 2026-02-18, 2026-02-25, 2026-03-04, 2026-03-11 and 4 more dates
Bring your little explorers for a fun day of discovery and play! All day long, admission is just $2.50 per child, and care providers and kids under 2 get in free. It’s the perfect midweek outing for daycares and preschools!

Early Explorers: Tiny Tides
2026-01-21 09:30 - 10:30
Early Explorers: Tiny Tides
Dive into a world of wonder with this splashy adventure perfect for curious toddlers! From colourful coral reefs to playful sea creatures, young explorers will discover the magic of the ocean through hands-on activities, sensory play, and stories. Little ones will practice fine motor skills by “fishing”, learn about shapes and colours with seashell sorting, and get creative with ocean-themed crafts. This program is designed to spark curiosity and inspire a lifelong love for the sea, all while engaging tiny hands and big imaginations!
Registration will open to members on Wednesday, January 7th at 9am. Registration for the general public will open on Friday, January 9th at 9am.

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This program is free of charge thanks to our generous supporters:

Admission by Donation Thursdays
2026-01-22 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-29 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-12 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-19 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-26 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-12 09:00 - 17:00 and 2 more dates
Pay what you can and explore with us!
Enjoy The Exploration Place with admission by donation every Thursday. We’re making it easier for everyone in the community to explore our exhibits, learn something new, and have fun—at whatever price works for you.
Donations support the Fraser-Fort George Museum Society, a Northern BC non-profit organization and registered charity whose goals are to preserve our local history and foster lifelong learning in the areas of science, technology, heritage, and culture.

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Anthropology in Our Backyards - Tse'k'wa: A 12,500 Year Old Archaeological Site in Northern BC
2026-01-22 18:30 - 20:30
Anthropology in Our Backyards – Tse’k’wa: A 12,500 Year Old Archaeological Site in Northern BC
Richard Gilbert (Sites and Sounds Consulting)
Farid Rahemtulla (Department of Anthropology, UNBC)

Tse’k’wa (“Stone House” in Dane-Zaa), located in Charlie Lake, north of Fort St John, is the oldest known archaeological site in the interior of the province, and it is a designated National Historic Site. Also known as Charlie Lake Cave, the site was excavated by Simon Fraser University during the 1980s and 1990s. That research revealed a 12,500-year history of Indigenous use of the area, along with evidence for changes in the environment and resources. At the invitation of the Tse’k’wa Heritage Society, the UNBC Archaeology Field School has been working at the site since 2022, with a focus on exploring the subsurface area away from the cave. In this presentation, we summarise the work and findings from the combined projects, and illustrate the importance of this site and of the deep Indigenous history of the province.
This free public talk is open to everyone. Cash bar available.

Also accessible online through Microsoft Teams.Meeting ID: 237 051 732 199 43Passcode: [REDACTED]

Opening Day: Game Changers Exhibit
2026-01-26
Opening Day: Game Changers Exhibit

Get your game on, because it’s official: Game Changers is our next major exhibition!
Opening on January 26th, Game Changers explores how innovation shaped the video game industry, from early arcade hits to the immersive worlds of today.
Step inside the evolution of gaming through hands-on interactives: operate a supersized Nintendo controller, play Tetris on a giant Game Boy, test your retro music knowledge, and explore 16 influential games that changed everything, including Pac-Man, Super Mario Bros., Tetris, Space Invaders, Flower, and more.
Discover concept art, storyboards, level designs, and behind-the-scenes insights from the creators of some of the world’s most iconic games. Explore over 120 influential titles and experiment with emerging technologies to imagine where gaming is headed next.Game Changers is developed and produced by the Canada Science and Technology Museum and toured by Science North.
Grab a controller and your curiosity…it’s almost time to play.

Leslie Battersby - Book Signing
2026-02-12 14:00 - 17:00
Leslie Battersby: Book Signing
We’re excited to welcome local author Leslie Battersby for a book signing on Thursday, February 12, from 2:00 to 5:00pm.
Leslie will be signing copies of The Adventures of Suzee the Wiener Dog & Lessons Learned, a heartfelt and hilarious true story about one accident-prone dachshund who turned chaos into life lessons. From bee stings to back surgery, Suzee’s unbelievable adventures are told with warmth, humour, and deep love—proof that even the messiest moments can teach us patience, resilience, and unconditional devotion.
Whether you’re a dog owner, a dachshund fan, or just love a good story, this is a lovely chance to meet a local author and discover a book that will make you laugh, tear up, and maybe hug your own pup a little tighter.

Early Explorers: Curious Chemists
2026-02-18 09:30 - 10:30
Early Explorers: Curious Chemists
Get ready for a bubbly adventure! In this engaging program designed for curious little scientists aged 3 to 5, toddlers will explore exciting hands-on science experiences that encourage wonder and discovery. Through playful experiments, sensory exploration, and interactive activities, children will be introduced to basic scientific ideas in a fun and age-appropriate way. We’ll also enjoy storytime featuring tales of scientists and big ideas, helping to spark curiosity and imagination. With storytelling and playful learning, your little ones will giggle, explore, and build a love of discovery in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Registration will open to members on Wednesday, February 4th at 9am. Registration for the general public will open on Friday, February 6th at 9am.

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This program is free of charge thanks to our generous supporters:

Homeschooler Monday: Slime Science
2026-02-23 09:30 - 10:30
Homeschooler Monday: Slime Science
Is it a liquid? Is it a solid? In this workshop, kids aged 6 to 10 will explore the weird and wonderful world of matter through slime-tastic experiments! Young scientists will whip up stretchy slime, roll their own silky soft cloud dough, and get messy with oobleck—the strange substance that’s sometimes liquid and sometimes solid. With plenty of hands-on squish, stretch, and science, this session makes chemistry come alive in the most unforgettable way!
Registration will open to members on Wednesday, February 4th at 9am. Registration for the general public will open on Friday, February 6th at 9am.

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Anthropology in Our Backyards - Head to Tail: Lessons learned from the use of an entire salmon
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00
Janice Baker
Tanning fish skins using bark or fats (“fish leather”) has created informal learning opportunities in history, culture, climate change, biology, chemistry, language, and anthropology. Join us as Janice Baker, a third-generation Canadian with Norwegian roots, and married to Lheidli T’enneh Elder Les Baker, shares insights from Norwegian and Dakelh traditions of using moose and salmon, both traditionally and today.
This free public talk is open to everyone. Cash bar available.

Also accessible online through Microsoft Teams.Webinar ID: 279 678 141 289 97Passcode: [REDACTED]
