Spend a winter day in beach mode. Join the Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals for a celebration of sand, sea, and science. Learn from experts, get creative, and explore the natural wonders that connect land and ocean.
- Meet members of the International Sand Collectors Society (ISCS) and discover sands from around the world through interactive science activities and demonstrations.
- Create your own sand art and build mini sandcastles inside—no waves to wash them away.
- Explore the fascinating fossil crab exhibit, showcasing remnants of the PNW’s ancient shores.
Bring your curiosity and love of the beach for a fun, family-friendly day at the museum.