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Los Luceros Historic Site is offering a new series of educational activities that are centered around STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) learning.

What: Visitors are invited to participate in a new STEAM program that ties history, art, and science to the site. On Sun., July 13, learn about the technique of ‘fresco’ painting like artist Olive Rush did inside the Hacienda.

On July 27 explore the riparian area, or river zone, of the site to learn about the macroinvertebrates that live in the Rio Grande. On Aug. 3, find math in nature by searching the site to find these fractal shapes around the site. All events will be from 1:30–3 p.m.

STEAM Sundays offer older children and adults fun programming that is based on science, math, and art. All programs are suitable for ages 10 and older. Parents/Guardians are welcome to stay for the class. Pre-registration is not required. Site visitation is $7 per adult and free to children 16 and younger.