Just because it’s after hours doesn’t mean there aren’t opportunities to experience expanded options at museums and cultural centers across Oregon and Idaho. Discover art, science and history at offerings designed to engage visitors when the sun goes down. Benefits include fewer people, specific programs linked to a theme and oftentimes food and music. Museum of Idaho takes the idea of a night at the museum seriously with a sleepover amidst the art for third to sixth-grade students, complete with learning opportunities throughout the evening and pizza at midnight. “Our goal with this program is to give kids an experience that connects them to a love of learning and ignites their curiosity while they build frienships,” said Camille Thomas, director of marketing at Museum of Idaho. Events aren’t just for the children. Discovery Center of Idaho hosts exclusive 21+ Adult Nights with drinks, food carts and access to its exhibits, such as “The World’s Largest Dinosaurs,” opening October 12. For the ultimate night out, visit Eugene Science Center or the OMSI’s Kendall Planetarium, in Portland, where shows after dark are out of this world.