“What’s New” Scavenger Hunt
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWe're always working behind the scenes to display new pieces in the museum. Can you find the most recent additions and a few favorites that have recently re-opened on your next visit? Free with museum admission—pick up your scavenger hunt sheet at admission.
Nature Explorers
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesChildren ages 8 to 12 and an accompanying adult are invited into the Netting Classroom to join us for a hands-on investigation of the natural world! Take flight on a journey to explore the wonders of bird migration. Discover why birds migrate and create your own model bird! We will meet in the Netting Classroom […]
Live Animal Encounter
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLive Animal Encounters are temporarily paused. Our animals will return, and we invite you to check back soon.
Super Science Saturday: Scientist Takeover
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesMeet our dedicated scientists and researchers and learn about what they do, how they do it, and how you can do it too! Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Section of Botany by studying specimens under a microscope, learning about the effect of carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere on plants, and checking out herbarium […]
Storytime and More
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesChildren up to the age of 9 and an accompanying adult are invited to discover the wonders of nature through a picture book read-aloud and related game, craft project, or nature walk! Come listen to the story of Flute, a young wood thrush experiencing his first migration, before we go for a short walk on […]
Pedaltopia via Communitopia
Join Communitopia for their fall Pedal for a Purpose, Pedal-topia this year! Each fall, Communitopia’s supporters and stakeholders come together for an annual climate ride fundraiser to both raise funds for the organization and to raise awareness on innovative climate change mitigation and adaptation projects that have positively impacted our region and beyond. This year’s […]
Family Nature Walk at Powdermill
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us as we hit the trails for a guided nature walk! We’ll meet in the atrium of the Powdermill Nature Center at 2 pm before heading outside to explore the splendor of a fall afternoon. This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Pre-registration is […]
Homeschool Class: Build Your Own Museum (Ages 5-7)
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesInvestigate all the small things in our world—from animals to rocks and minerals and everything in between! Build your own mini museum collection as we explore the exhibits. Grow your own crystals, and use video microscopes to observe their structure. Meet live animals from the museum’s living collection, and venture behind the scenes with museum […]
Homeschool Class: It’s About Time (Ages 8-10)
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesGrab your time travel gear and explore a different mystery from the past during each class! From life before dinosaurs to the present day, analyze fossils and artifacts that document how life on Earth has changed over time. Document your discoveries in a scientific journal, and create unique artifacts illustrating your own history! See All […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Beasts of the Southern Wild: the African Aurochs in Art, Ritual, and DNA.
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Beasts of the Southern Wild: the African Aurochs in Art, Ritual, and DNA. Speaker: Shayla Monroe Aurochsen, the swift and powerful wild predecessors of domesticated cattle, have captivated human beings since our earliest encounters. In the 2012 film Beasts of the Southern Wild, a young girl named Wink fixates on […]
Powdermill Avian Research Center Open House
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesA behind-the-scenes experience as research is being done! Visit the bird banding lab and see up-close how researchers safely capture and band birds, and learn about the data they gather. Visit Powdermill Avian Research Center (PARC)’s flight tunnel and hear about how we’re studying avian perception of glass to provide glass manufacturers and building designers […]
Science and Nature Lecture
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us as we explore seasonal natural history phenomena of Powdermill Nature Reserve! Discover the wonders of fantastic fall foliage as we explore why leaves change color and how this change benefits the trees. A lecture will be given in the Parker Room at 2 pm, followed by a short outdoor exploration. Lectures are structured […]
Sensory Friendly Hours: Booseum
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesExplore the museum in a sensory-friendly environment and celebrate Halloween. Listen to some Halloween-themed stories, visit with our animal ambassadors, and learn more spooky specimens in our collection. Tours and quiet zones will be available for all guests. Saturday October 23, 2021 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sponsors
Super Science Saturday: Booseum
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWander through our haunted halls as you search for clues to solve our scavenger hunt, reveal spooky specimens, and earn Halloween goodies. Costumes are encouraged; be sure to wear your safety mask even if your costume includes a different mask. Sponsors Super Science Saturdays are sponsored by PA Cyber, TribLIVE, and Tender Care Learning Centers, […]
Storytime and More
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesChildren up to the age of 9 and an accompanying adult are invited to discover the wonders of nature through a picture book read-aloud and related game, craft project, or nature walk! Come listen to the story of Leaf Man as he flies through the air, following the wind. Then stick around to create your […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Tandem Effects of Changes in Both Climate and Land Use on Body Size
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Tandem Effects of Changes in Both Climate and Land Use on Body Size Speaker: Amanda Martin Alterations in body size, a fundamental ecological trait, can have profound impacts on an organism’s life history and ecology with long-lasting effects that span multiple biological scales. Increased warming from climate change has led […]
Horror Movie Trivia
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPut your knowledge to the test at Horror Movie Trivia night! Compete head-to-head with other scary film enthusiasts for the top prize, an exclusive tour of the museum’s Alcohol House. This behind-the-scenes collection space is over 100 years old and filled with jarred amphibian and reptile specimens preserved in alcohol. Your ticket includes admission to […]
Family Nature Walk at Powdermill
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us as we hit the trails for a guided nature walk! We’ll meet in the atrium of the Powdermill Nature Center at 2 pm before heading outside to explore the splendor of a fall afternoon. This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Pre-registration is […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Every Family Has Its Junk Drawer: Adventures in Noctuidae (Lepidoptera) Systematics
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Every Family Has Its Junk Drawer: Adventures in Noctuidae (Lepidoptera) Systematics Speaker: Kevin Keegan Noctuidae moths are one of the most successful animal lineages on the planet, being abundant in nearly all terrestrial habitats and with over 12,000 species globally—some of which are among the world’s most damaging agricultural pests. […]
Owling at the Moon
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us for Owling at the Moon! We will read stories around the fire, have fresh cider to drink, and our staff will even try to catch an owl! This family-friendly fall experience is open to participants of all ages, and children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is […]
