Western Science Center

Yes, the museum is open year-round with special events, rotating exhibits, and seasonal programming.

Yes, docent-led tours are available by request and are great for school groups or visitors wanting deeper insight.

Max the mastodon and Xena the Columbian mammoth are the museum’s star fossil attractions, discovered during excavation for Diamond Valley Lake.

It’s a museum and research facility in Hemet that showcases fossils, Ice Age exhibits, and Native American history.

Yes, the center is very family-friendly with interactive exhibits and hands-on learning experiences for children.