SKELETONS: MUSEUM OF OSTEOLOGY EXPERIENCE PASSES

ABOUT SKELETONS: MUSEUM OF OSTEOLOGY EXPERIENCE PASSES 

The Skeletons: Museum of Osteology Experience Pass can be checked out from any of the Metropolitan libraries and includes a voucher for up to two adults and two children. Each pass can be checked out for 7 days and provides general admission to Skeletons: Museum of Osteology, but they do not provide admission to special exhibits. Passes cannot be renewed and must be returned to the library where they were checked out. Only one pass per household may be checked out at a time. No holds will be permitted on Experience Passes.  

  

HOW IT WORKS 

You can check the availability of this Experience Pass here. If you see one is available at your preferred location, please call us at 405-231-8650 or click the live chat button on the right to ask us to verify availability. If a pass is available, we can hold it for you for up to 2 hours.

  

ABOUT SKELETONS: MUSEUM OF OSTEOLOGY 

The Skeletons: Museum of Osteology  is a 7,000 square foot facility housing over 800 specimens and over 40 exhibits from all corners of the world. Visitors can compare many rare species normally not available in other museum exhibits. The museum features a variety of North American specimens ranging from tiny mice and shrew skeletons to a 40-foot humpback whale. 

Get Inspired Before Your Visit

 

Upcoming Science Events

This event is in the "Kids" group

Animal Adventures: Foxes (Ages 5-12)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 8, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Let's go on an animal adventure! Each month, we'll learn about a different animal, read a related story, and work on an animal craft or activity together. 

3rd Friday of every month at 2PM.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

AAPI: Light It Up, Lanterns!

1:30pm–2:30pm
All Ages
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Heritage Month by creating Chinese paper lanterns. But wait there is more we are going to do paper circuits to make light it up.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Cafe with STEAM Team

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Feed your belly and your brain at Kids' Cafe STEAM Team!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

At Home Composting

2:00pm–3:30pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Ralph Ellison Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Continuing Education, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

This class, led by Mason Huddleston, Urban Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator for the OSU Extension, will walk you through the essentials of composting at home. 

Registration encouraged

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group

Fashion A Fish

10:00am–11:00am
Birth-PreK
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

Little ones are invited to squish, roll, and create at this fish-themed storytime with Blue Thumb! Kids will use colorful playdough to make their very own fish while talking about how they look and move in the water.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

STEAM Saturday: Kids Crafternoon

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join us for a fun Saturday afternoon of exploring and learning more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Backyard Chickens

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 27, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Interested in learning how to keep a flock of backyard chickens? Get started by joining us in this class presented by Mason Huddleston, OSU Extension Agriculture & 4-H Educator. 

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