Gateway Science Museum — Attraction in Chico

The museum has 3 rooms, all of which had different themes. We also thought quite neat was the Saber Tooth and Bear skeletons. We loved the hands on learning and activities in one of the rooms, the couple of animals in tanks in the other, and especially looking under the microscope in the third! Very friendly staff all around. We had a lovely conversation with the gift shop attendant during our visit, super friendly! We went on 3/18. This took us about 1.5 hours, which timing of this museum with the Bidwell Mansion Tour next door made for a great afternoon that wasn't too long. Make sure to check out the reciprocal program, they are in with the museum network that includes Turtle Bay and Humboldt State University's Natural...

Located on the campus of Cal State Chico, the Gateway Science Museum is a child-centered learning attraction featuring interactive exhibits that touch on a number of topics, like technology, the natural world, and the wonders of space.

The museum is a great place to spend a few hours out of the elements when the weather isn’t conducive to outdoor activities. Though it was designed with kids in mind, it usually ends up being an engaging and educational attraction for older children and adults.

Though the museum is open year-round, it’s not open every day, so check online or give them a call before...

Worse rip-off of any museum I've ever been to. Nothing to do or see here for any adult. $7 admission fee plus pay to park! You won't need a map: There are two small gallery rooms with nothing interesting. I confronted them and at first they seemed offended and not interested. I continued my complaint and finally was issued a refund and I gave more suggestions. Hopefully this place gets a lot more money / item donations to get stocked up enough to justify an admission...