Homeschool Class: Environmental Science
(High School)
At the Museum
This fall, explore the foundational principles of ecosystems and biodiversity in the first of this year’s three-part Environmental Science series. Delve into this interdisciplinary field of study to deepen your […]
Homeschool Class: Peculiar Paleontology (Ages 5-7)
At the MuseumGet an inside look at paleontology from the gigantic Diplodocus to the tiny Archaeopteryx. Cover land, sea, and sky while searching for unusual pterosaurs, ichthyosaurs, birds, and mammals. Peek into […]
Homeschool Class: Leap into Herpetology (Ages 11-13)
At the MuseumTake your love for nature to the next level as you explore the field of herpetology. Experience what it’s like to be a museum scientist studying reptiles and amphibians—in the […]
Homeschool Class: Geology Rocks (Ages 8-10)
At the MuseumTake your interest in rocks to the next level as you examine rocks, gems, minerals, and fossils in the lab and throughout the museum. Learn the tools of the geologists’ […]
Game Night at Powdermill Nature Reserve
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PALearn and play the award-winning game Wingspan. Bird enthusiasts and board gamers love the game, which features beautiful artwork, fun bird facts, and engaging strategies. Open to all, whether this […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: “Finding Dippy: The Science Behind an Icon”
Hybrid: Online and At the MuseumR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Finding Dippy: "The Science Behind an Icon" Speaker: John Whitlock, Mount Aloysius College This event will take place Monday, October 10 at Noon both online […]
Teen Night: Thursday the 13th
At the MuseumJoin the ghosts and creepy crawlies at Carnegie Museum of Natural History for a teens-only fright night. Delight in haunting activities such as skull matching, owl pellet dissection, creating a vampire protection kit, specimen stations, […]
HAUNTED MUSEUM AFTER DARK
At the MuseumCelebrate Halloween at the museum! Learn about some of our creepiest and most mysterious specimens, enjoy a drink with friends, and show off your costume as you explore the museum. […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: “Stories from the dead: What museum specimens tell us about the living world”
Hybrid: Online and At the MuseumR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: "Stories from the dead: What museum specimens tell us about the living world" Speaker: Mason Heberling, Carnegie Museum of Natural History Assistant Curator, Section of […]
Sensory Friendly Hours
At the MuseumExplore the museum’s haunted halls in a sensory-friendly environment to celebrate Halloween! Meet live animal ambassadors, complete a Halloween scavenger hunt, enjoy story time with our staff, and chat with […]
Super Science Saturday: Booseum Trick-or-Treat
At the MuseumLooking for family-friendly things to do for Halloween? Join us for Booseum Trick-or-Treat! Costumes are encouraged for a nature-themed Halloween celebration! Travel through the museum’s haunted halls to find creepy […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: “How to Make a Coffin in Ancient Egypt”
Hybrid: Online and At the MuseumR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: "How to Make a Coffin in Ancient Egypt" Speaker: Kea Johnston, University of California, Berkeley This event will take place Monday, November 7 at Noon […]
Super Science Saturday:
Nature’s Amazing Machines
At the Museum
Nature often outsmarts us! Gather under the baobab tree to learn how animal ingenuity thrives within this ecological niche. Discover amazing feats of engineering within the natural world that humans […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: “LOCUS TYPICUS: ASIA MINOR, Journeys in Turkey to Locate Type Localities of Land Snails”
Hybrid: Online and At the MuseumR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: "LOCUS TYPICUS: ASIA MINOR, Journeys in Turkey to Locate Type Localities of Land Snails" Speaker: Aydin Örstan, Carnegie Museum of Natural History This event will […]
Morning Musings: Senior Social
At the MuseumFree for those age 65+! Looking for a festive and educational way to spend your afternoon? Carnegie Museum of Natural History invites you to an open house highlighting holiday traditions […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: “Biodiversity collapse and the future of the Eastern Deciduous Forest Biome of North America”
Hybrid: Online and At the MuseumR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: "Biodiversity collapse and the future of the Eastern Deciduous Forest Biome of North America" Speaker: Walter Carson, University of Pittsburgh This event will take place […]
Super Science Saturday: Light
At the MuseumThe days may be short on sunlight, but we’re going big on science! Explore qualities of light and luster across the natural world from the glitter of gems to the […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: “The Unnatural History of Cartoon Insects”
Hybrid: Online and At the MuseumR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: "The Unnatural History of Cartoon Insects" Speaker: Jay Hosler, Juniata College This event will take place Monday, December 19 at Noon both online and at […]
Special Holiday Tours: Dinosaurs in Their Time
At the MuseumJoin museum experts for free public tours! See highlights of Dinosaurs in Their Time, learn fun facts, and have your burning questions answered. Tours meet outside PaleoLab at 12:30 p.m. […]
Sensory Friendly Hours
At the MuseumExplore the museum in a sensory friendly environment. Tours and quiet zones will be available for all guests. Monday, December 26, 2022 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sponsors Sponsors
