Dim the Lights for Nature: A conversation about light pollution, wildlife, people and sustainable cities
CMOA TheaterJoin the conversation and learn more about the impact of light pollution on the Pittsburgh area, what you can do to reduce light pollution at your home and in your neighborhood and why it matters. Associate curator of Anthropocene Studies, Nicole Heller will moderate a discussion with local experts Jon Rice, Urban Bird Conservation Coordinator, […]
Revenge of the Fifth: Star Wars Trivia Night
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesMay the force be with you for our Revenge of the Fifth Star Wars Trivia Night! Compete head-to-head with other Star Wars film enthusiasts for the top prize. The winner will get to visit part of our vertebrate paleontology collection to look at real Diplodocus fossils with our principal dinosaur researcher Dr. Matt Lamanna. Your […]
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. This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Family Nature Walk Saturday, May […]
Super Science Saturday: Poop, Guts, and Butts
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAll across the animal kingdom – everybody poops! It is a little gross, but we promise to keep it clean as we take a closer look at guts and digestion together. Learn how scientists analyze dung to understand animal health. Hone your own wildlife tracking skills by exploring the science of scat identification. Have a […]
Science and Nature Lecture: Beetles and Fungi
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us as we explore seasonal natural history phenomena of Powdermill Nature Reserve! A lecture will be given in the Parker Room at 2 pm, followed by a short outdoor exploration. Lectures are structured for adult audiences, and children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required as space […]
The Datafied Animal: Big Data, Machine Learning, and Wildlife Conservation
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: The Datafied Animal: Big Data, Machine Learning, and Wildlife Conservation Speaker: Emily Wanderer, University of Pittsburgh Abstract: Over the past twenty years, scientists have developed an ever expanding “internet of animals.” This internet of animals is composed of GPS-tracking and biologging technologies and machine learning and AI tools; they are being deployed […]
Biodiversity Day at Powdermill
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesDiscover the biodiversity of our region—and your own backyard. Join us for an adventurous day of guided hikes, specimen identification, field work demonstrations, and more, led by scientists and collection managers from Powdermill and Carnegie Museum of Natural History. For all ages and experience levels, from novices to seasoned naturalists. Come in for the whole […]
We Are Nature conversations: The Arts and the Anthropocene
Earth TheaterCome meet Asia Ward, Stuart Anderson, Shaun Slifer, and Michael Pisano, four local artists whose work is featured in the 2021-2022 exhibition We Are Nature: A New Natural History. Learn how the artists collaborated with Associate Curator of Anthropocene Studies, Nicole Heller in the interpretation of Anthropocene topics, such climate change, to produce engaging exhibits […]
Phenomenal Fungi at Powdermill Nature Reserve
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us for Phenomenal Fungi! Learn from experts about the many ecological roles of fungi, venture outside on guided mushroom walks, and enjoy hands-on activities to uncover fun fungal mysteries! This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages, and children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Participants are […]
June Nature Crawl (21+)
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLooking for something fun and new to do in Pittsburgh? See the museum in a new light! Join museum staff on a 21+ self-guided crawl through all of the natural history galleries. Enjoy drop-in style activities including chats with scientific experts, tours, animal meet and greets, and more. Join in as many activities as you […]
Science Friday Presents Cephalopod Movie Night
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThursday, June 16 at 7 pm (doors and pre-show reception at 6 pm) Carnegie Library Lecture Hall of Oakland, 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (Enter through Carnegie Museum of Natural History.) Cephalopod Week is back, with another eight days to cephalo-brate our many-armed friends! Science Friday, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, and 90.5 WESA […]
Science and Nature Lecture with Carla Rosenfeld
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us as we explore seasonal natural history phenomena of Powdermill Nature Reserve! A lecture will be given in the Parker Room at 2 pm, followed by a short outdoor exploration. Lectures are structured for adult audiences, and children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required as space […]
Teen Game Night at Carnegie Museum of Natural History
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesExplore the playful side of nature at Game Night! Roam around the galleries in search of games including Uno, Jenga, Connect 4, and more! Team up or go solo for Jurassic Park trivia in Earth Theater and compete for fun prizes. Register early to secure your free ticket, capacity is limited. Open to everyone ages […]
Nature’s Amazing Machines: Member Exclusive Family Night
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDiscover and investigate the marvels of nature and the machines it’s built at the Members' Exclusive Family Night for Nature’s Amazing Machines! Register for this members-only party and take part in fun activities such as March Mammal Madness, light refreshments, cash bar, giveaways, and of course, time in the exhibition. Imagine your jaws could crush […]
Morning Musings: A Senior Social
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLooking for an exciting way to spend your morning? Enjoy it with dinosaurs, mammals, gems, botany, birds, and world cultures! Carnegie Museum of Natural History invites you to explore nature throughout the museum with an open house featuring activities for seniors. Meet with one of the museum's Natural History Interpreters and journey through some of […]
Science and Nature Lecture with Rose-Marie Muzika
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us as we explore seasonal natural history phenomena of Powdermill Nature Reserve! A lecture will be given in the Parker Room at 2 pm, followed by a short outdoor exploration. Lectures are structured for adult audiences, and children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required as space […]
Sensory Friendly Hours
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesExplore the museum in a sensory friendly environment. Dig for fossils in Bone Hunters’ Quarry, complete a scavenger hunt, meet live animals, and chat with staff from The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh. Tours and quiet zones will be available for all guests. Saturday, July 23, 2022 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sponsors
Super Science Saturday: Jurassic Day
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDinosaurs make good movie characters, and so do paleontologists! Find out what’s fake in some prehistoric film scenes and see where the real science shines through. Hear about the most recent discoveries in this fascinating field and ask museum staff your most pressing questions about the flora and fauna that inhabited one of the most […]
Birds and Brews 21+: Scott Weidensaul and Four Seasons Brewery
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesEnjoy beer brewed locally by Four Seasons Brewery in Latrobe, PA and hear bird expert Scott Weidensaul’s talk “A World on the Wing: The Global Odyssey of Migratory Birds.” Abstract: Even as scientists make astounding discoveries about the navigational and physiological feats that enable migratory birds to cross immense oceans or fly above the highest […]
JURASSIC PARK AFTER DARK
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAfter Dark (21+) is back with a celebration of dinosaurs! Explore the museum by night and enjoy Jurassic Park-themed activities including a talk with principal dinosaur researcher Dr. Matt Lamanna, hearing the iconic movie themes played by the Pittsburgh Philharmonic Brass Quintet, movie trivia, and a scavenger hunt. Plus, dance to music from TJ the […]
