Super Science Saturday: Monster Fish
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWhat lurks in the deep? Explore the science and lore of elusive giant fish and discover their unique evolutionary advantages. Go on a fish-themed scavenger hunt through the museum and immerse yourself in all things aquatic. Meet fishing enthusiasts and scientists who care for local ponds, streams, and rivers and learn how you can play […]
Science and Nature Lecture with Matt Lamanna
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us as we explore natural history phenomena at 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. Over the past […]
Educator Webinar: Specimens, Artifacts and Adventure: Supporting All Learners During Pandemic Disruptions
OnlineTwo years ago, as Carnegie Museum of Natural History (CMNH) and partner educational organizations experienced lockdowns, staff furloughs, and other COVID-19 related disruptions, continued communication with the teachers and other educators we had long served informed decisions about necessary and frequently drastic program adjustments. In this three-segment session, presenters from Carnegie Museum of Natural History […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Eavesdropping on wildlife: Realizing the potential of autonomous acoustic surveys for ecology and conservation biology
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Eavesdropping on wildlife: Realizing the potential of autonomous acoustic surveys for ecology and conservation biology Speaker: Tessa Rhinehart, University of Pittsburgh Abstract:: In an era of rapid global change, it is critically important to understand how anthropogenic actions like habitat disturbance and restoration affect wildlife populations. Ecologists and conservation biologists are increasingly […]
Woodcock Walk at Powdermill Nature Reserve
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesWhat makes that noise that sounds like "Peent" in the night? Woodcocks! Join us as we track down these amazing timberdoodles to hear and see their stunning sky dance. We’ll walk from the Nature Center to a field where they regularly display. This is a family-friendly event. Bring outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather and […]
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, April […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Dead shells speak: detecting unsuspected ecosystem change without being there
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Dead shells speak: detecting unsuspected ecosystem change without being there Speaker: Susan Kidwell, University of Chicago Abstract:One of the major challenges for environmental management and conservation biology is simply discovering ‘what was natural’ before human impacts. This problem is especially pressing in marine systems, where biological monitoring and other records are brief […]
Friday Night at the Museum
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCan't make it to the museum during the day? We’re open late on Friday, April 8! All Carnegie Museum of Natural History galleries will be open from 6p.m. to 10p.m. Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and light snacks will be available for purchase. Friday Night at the Museum Friday, April 8, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. […]
Woodcock Walk at Powdermill Nature Reserve
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesWhat makes that noise that sounds like "Peent" in the night? Woodcocks! Join us as we track down these amazing timberdoodles to hear and see their stunning sky dance. We’ll walk from the Nature Center to a field where they regularly display. This is a family-friendly event. Bring outdoor clothing appropriate for the weather and […]
Recording phenology: tracking changing life cycles in a warming world
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin researchers Abby Yancy and Dr. Mason Heberling from the Carnegie Museum of Natural History's Section of Botany to learn about their ongoing research on climate change's impacts on the timing of plant flowering, or phenology, in our region. This interactive workshop invites community members to contribute to this research through Nature's Notebook, an online […]
Sensory Friendly Hours
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesExplore the museum in a sensory friendly environment. Tours and quiet zones will be available for all guests. Saturday, April 16, 2022 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sponsors
Super Science Saturday: Egg-stravaganza
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe egg-citement returns with our annual springtime scavenger hunt and an egg-cellent line-up of things to do with kids! From tiny insects to giant dinosaurs, the museum has eggs and nests of all shapes and sizes to explore. Can you find them all? Follow egg-themed clues to search for specimens throughout the museum, earn stamps […]
Amphibian Extravaganza at Powdermill Nature Reserve
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us for Amphibian Extravaganza! Learn to play frog call bingo, meet amphibian experts, and hear about current research! This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages, and children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is requested but not required. Participants are invited to drop in any […]
An Earth Day Evening with Radiolab’s Jad Abumrad
Carnegie Library Lecture Hall , United StatesThe Warhol and Carnegie Museum of Natural History welcome back Jad Abumrad, founder and co-host of NPR’s Radiolab as well as composer and producer. Drawing on Radiolab episodes, and in conversation with Dr. Nicole Heller, associate curator of Anthropocene Studies at Carnegie Museum of Natural History, the program will explore Abumrad’s creative process, how Radiolab […]
Morning Musings: A Senior Social
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLooking for an exciting way to spend your morning? Carnegie Museum of Natural History invites you to explore nature throughout the museum with an open house featuring tours and refreshments for seniors. Meet with one of the museum's Natural History Interpreters and journey through some of Carnegie Museum of Natural History's most historic and scientifically […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Modern mineralogy at the Smithsonian NMNH
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Modern mineralogy at the Smithsonian NMNH Speaker: Gabriela Farfan, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Abstract:The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is renowned for its National Gem and Mineral Collection that encompasses the American “crown jewels,” such as the Hope Diamond, world class mineral specimens, and hundreds of thousands of reference […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Working the Face: Integrative Evolutionary Morphology & Physiology in the Mammalian Face
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Working the Face: Integrative Evolutionary Morphology & Physiology in the Mammalian Face Speaker: Anne Burrows, Duquesne University Abstract:Faces are ubiquitous in the mammalian and general vertebrate clades. However, our understanding of the evolutionary morphology and physiology of the face remains unclear. We have many paleontological pieces of evidence for how the bony […]
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 […]
