Whitaker Center Events Calendar

  • December 8 2009

    • Holiday Trains and Trees Display

      A variety of beautifully decorated trees, surrounded by themed toy train sets and hands-on activities, will rekindle memories of holidays past and delight children of all ages. Free with Science Center admission. Click here to purchase Science Center tickets.

    • Light Before Christmas Film

      The film centers around two children lost on Christmas Eve are rescued by The Candleman, who shares wisdom, hot chocolate, and the story of The Night Before Christmas.

  • December 9 2009

    • Holiday Trains and Trees Display

      A variety of beautifully decorated trees, surrounded by themed toy train sets and hands-on activities, will rekindle memories of holidays past and delight children of all ages. Free with Science Center admission. Click here to purchase Science Center tickets.

    • Light Before Christmas Film

      The film centers around two children lost on Christmas Eve are rescued by The Candleman, who shares wisdom, hot chocolate, and the story of The Night Before Christmas.

  • December 10 2009

    • Holiday Trains and Trees Display

      A variety of beautifully decorated trees, surrounded by themed toy train sets and hands-on activities, will rekindle memories of holidays past and delight children of all ages. Free with Science Center admission. Click here to purchase Science Center tickets.

    • Light Before Christmas Film

      The film centers around two children lost on Christmas Eve are rescued by The Candleman, who shares wisdom, hot chocolate, and the story of The Night Before Christmas.

  • December 11 2009

    • Willie "Big Eyes" Smith and Roger "Hurricane" Wilson

      Blues with Willie "Big Eyes" Smith (an 18 year veteran of the Muddy Waters Band), and Roger "Hurricane" Wilson in a special, intimate setting.

    • Holiday Trains and Trees Display

      A variety of beautifully decorated trees, surrounded by themed toy train sets and hands-on activities, will rekindle memories of holidays past and delight children of all ages. Free with Science Center admission. Click here to purchase Science Center tickets.

    • Light Before Christmas Film

      The film centers around two children lost on Christmas Eve are rescued by The Candleman, who shares wisdom, hot chocolate, and the story of The Night Before Christmas.

  • December 12 2009

    • The Nutcracker

      From the moment the curtain rises, you’ll enter a land of toy soldiers, a Sugar Plum Fairy and snowflakes that come to life.  Whether it’s your first ballet or a family tradition, this holiday classic is sure to warm your family’s hearts this season!

    • Holiday Trains and Trees Display

      A variety of beautifully decorated trees, surrounded by themed toy train sets and hands-on activities, will rekindle memories of holidays past and delight children of all ages. Free with Science Center admission. Click here to purchase Science Center tickets.

    • Light Before Christmas Film

      The film centers around two children lost on Christmas Eve are rescued by The Candleman, who shares wisdom, hot chocolate, and the story of The Night Before Christmas.

  • December 13 2009

    • The Nutcracker

      From the moment the curtain rises, you’ll enter a land of toy soldiers, a Sugar Plum Fairy and snowflakes that come to life.  Whether it’s your first ballet or a family tradition, this holiday classic is sure to warm your family’s hearts this season!

    • Holiday Trains and Trees Display

      A variety of beautifully decorated trees, surrounded by themed toy train sets and hands-on activities, will rekindle memories of holidays past and delight children of all ages. Free with Science Center admission. Click here to purchase Science Center tickets.

    • Light Before Christmas Film

      The film centers around two children lost on Christmas Eve are rescued by The Candleman, who shares wisdom, hot chocolate, and the story of The Night Before Christmas.

  • December 15 2009

    • Under the Sea 3D Film

      Dive into a majestic underwater world and experience the crystal blue domains of diverse sea creatures in thrilling IMAX 3D.

    • Holiday Trains and Trees Display

      A variety of beautifully decorated trees, surrounded by themed toy train sets and hands-on activities, will rekindle memories of holidays past and delight children of all ages. Free with Science Center admission. Click here to purchase Science Center tickets.

    • Light Before Christmas Film

      The film centers around two children lost on Christmas Eve are rescued by The Candleman, who shares wisdom, hot chocolate, and the story of The Night Before Christmas.