Live Animal Encounter
At the MuseumLive Animal Encounters run daily from 1:30-2pm in the Earth Theater, located in Discovery Basecamp. Led by knowledgeable museum staff, encounters feature 4 live animal ambassadors, a mix of reptiles, birds, mammals and invertebrates, from all around the world. Learn about the natural history, adaptive behaviors and unique stories of animal ambassadors that call our […]
December Nature Crawl (21+)
At the MuseumLooking for something fun and new to do in Pittsburgh? Join friendly museum staff on a 21+ self-guided crawl through some of the museum's exhibitions. Explore museum spaces like you’ve never seen them before, including new drop-in style activities like chats with scientists, flashlight tours, a scavenger hunt, animal meet-and-greets, and more. All tickets include […]
Winter Family Nature Walk at Powdermill
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, RectorJoin us as we hit the trails for a guided nature walk! We’ll meet in the atrium of the Powdermill Nature Center at 2 p.m. before heading outside to explore. This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages. Pre-registration is required. Family Nature Walk Saturday, December 4, 2 p.m. Sold out? Sign up […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Building a Practice of Community Archaeology at Indian Run/Pandenarium
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Building a Practice of Community Archaeology at Indian Run/Pandenarium (Site 36ME253) Speaker: Angela Jaillet-Wentling, PA DCNR At the Indian Run or Pandenarium settlement site (36ME253), archaeology helps shine a light on the story of a free African American community in the Antebellum North. Twentieth century histories focused heavily on the […]
Nature Explorers: Hibernation
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, RectorChildren 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! With the weather turning colder, we will explore hibernation as a survival adaptation. We will meet in the Netting Classroom at 2 p.m., and children must be accompanied by […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Is climate change shading out our forest wildflowers?
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Is climate change shading out our forest wildflowers? Speaker: Ben Lee, Ph.D., Botany at CMNH Description coming soon. Register Now
Sensory Friendly Hours: Holiday Activities
At the MuseumExplore the museum in a sensory friendly environment. Tours and quiet zones will be available for all guests. Saturday, December 18, 2021 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sponsors
Super Science Saturday: Holidays Around the World
At the MuseumExplore holiday traditions from around the world with Jólakötturinn (Jóla for short), the Icelandic Yule Cat. Solve Jóla’s riddles on a scavenger hunt to earn goodies, learn how to play dreidel, and enjoy a memorable holiday afternoon at the museum. Sponsors Super Science Saturdays are sponsored by PA Cyber, TribLIVE, and Tender Care Learning Centers, […]
Sensory Friendly Hours
At the MuseumExplore the museum in a sensory friendly environment. Tours and quiet zones will be available for all guests. Sunday, December 19, 2021 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sponsors
