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Upcoming Events

  • $2 Day!
    $2 Day!
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Sep 17
    Sep 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    All day, All ages, $2 admission per person. Enjoy one of the best bargains in town!
  • Docent Training (reservations required, call (661) 324-6350 for more info)
    Docent Training (reservations required, call (661) 324-6350 for more info)
    Sat, Sep 19
    Sep 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Docent Training - Topic: Preparing for Eternity (Ancient Egypt) Exhibit Space is limited reservations required. Call 661-324-6350 to reserve. What is a museum docent? A museum docent is a knowledgeable tour guide who leads observation and inquiry-based tours of museum exhibits.
  • Kern County Fair!
    Kern County Fair!
    Wed, Sep 23
    Sep 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – Oct 04, 2026, 4:00 PM
    Stop by BVM’s spot in Building 1: Albert S. Goode Auditorium
  • Docent Training (reservations required, call (661) 324-6350 for more info)
    Docent Training (reservations required, call (661) 324-6350 for more info)
    Sat, Oct 03
    Oct 03, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Docent Training - Space is limited reservations required. Call 661-324-6350 to reserve. What is a museum docent? A museum docent is a knowledgeable tour guide who leads observation and inquiry-based tours of museum exhibits. Reservations required. More details TBA.
  • Family Day!
    Family Day!
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 03
    Oct 03, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    All day, All ages, 2 Adults and up to 6 kids only $20
  • Docent Training (reservations required, call (661) 324-6350 for more info)
    Docent Training (reservations required, call (661) 324-6350 for more info)
    Sat, Oct 10
    Oct 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Docent Training - Topic: Native American Lifeways Exhibit Space is limited reservations required. Call 661-324-6350 to reserve. What is a museum docent? A museum docent is a knowledgeable tour guide who leads observation and inquiry-based tours of museum exhibits.
  • Senior Day
    Senior Day
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 10
    Oct 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Admission for seniors (60+) is only $2
  • $2 Day!
    $2 Day!
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Oct 15
    Oct 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    All day, All ages, $2 admission per person. Enjoy one of the best bargains in town!
  • Night at the Museum
    Night at the Museum
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Oct 15
    Oct 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:20 PM
    Join us for a flashlight guided tour through the dark and dimly lit museum exhibits where spooky things are bound to happen! Reservation Required. Call (661) 324-6350
  • Night at the Museum
    Night at the Museum
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Oct 16
    Oct 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Join us for a flashlight guided tour through the dark and dimly lit museum exhibits where spooky things are bound to happen! Reservation Required. Call (661) 324-6350
  • Night at the Museum
    Night at the Museum
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 17
    Oct 17, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Join us for a flashlight guided tour through the dark and dimly lit museum exhibits where spooky things are bound to happen! Reservation Required. Call (661) 324-6350
  • Night at the Museum
    Night at the Museum
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Oct 22
    Oct 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:20 PM
    Join us for a flashlight guided tour through the dark and dimly lit museum exhibits where spooky things are bound to happen! Reservation Required. Call (661) 324-6350
  • Night at the Museum
    Night at the Museum
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Oct 23
    Oct 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Join us for a flashlight guided tour through the dark and dimly lit museum exhibits where spooky things are bound to happen! Reservation Required. Call (661) 324-6350
  • Night at the Museum
    Night at the Museum
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 24
    Oct 24, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Join us for a flashlight guided tour through the dark and dimly lit museum exhibits where spooky things are bound to happen! Reservation Required. Call (661) 324-6350
  • Family Day!
    Family Day!
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Nov 07
    Nov 07, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    All day, All ages, 2 Adults and up to 6 kids only $20
  • Senior Day
    Senior Day
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Nov 14
    Nov 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Admission for seniors (60+) is only $2
  • BVM Fall Gala: Dining with the Dinosaurs
    BVM Fall Gala: Dining with the Dinosaurs
    Sat, Nov 14
    Nov 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    Save the date! Savor Jurassic themed bites & hors d'oeuvres. Indulge in creatively crafted treats and dinner inspired by the age of the dinosaurs. More details to come.
  • $2 Day!
    $2 Day!
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Nov 19
    Nov 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    All day, All ages, $2 admission per person. Enjoy one of the best bargains in town!

Buena Vista Museum of Natural History and Science  |  2018 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301  |  (661) 324-6350

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