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 […]
Jurassic Park Trivia Night
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHold on to your butts, it’s Jurassic Park Trivia Night! Find out if you can beat our principal dinosaur researcher Dr. Matt Lamanna with your Jurassic Park trivia knowledge. Compete head-to-head with other Jurassic Park enthusiasts for the top prize: a museum experience with Dr. Lamanna. Thursday, August 4, 2022
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, Aug […]
Super Science Saturday: Black and Gold
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHow do we show our Pittsburgh pride? Bring on the black and gold! Discover local plants, birds, and bugs that use dazzling black and gold patterns to create their own homefield advantage. Connect with Pittsburgh’s mineral and industrial history in a museum scavenger hunt. Panthers, penguins, parrots and more – get ready to rally for […]
Teen Night: Climate Action and Sustainability
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us at Carnegie Museum of Natural History for a teen event centered on sustainability. Explore the museum, learn how our scientists study the impacts of climate change on plants and animals, and hear from local organizations about ways you can take action for the climate. Nature’s Amazing Machines, the limited-time traveling exhibit, will be […]
Science and Nature Lecture
with Bryce Stouffer
Powdermill Nature Reserve
1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United States
Join 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 […]
Birds and Brews 21+: Bill Rapai and Noble Stein Brewing Company
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesEnjoy beer brewed locally by Noble Stein Brewing Company from Indiana, PA and hear author and bird enthusiast Bill Rapai's presentation The Kirtland's Warbler: From the brink of extinction to a new model for endangered species conservation. The Kirtland’s Warbler is an iconic species in Michigan, nesting primarily in the jack pine forests of the […]
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, Sept […]
Introduction to Birding Class
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesInterested in bird watching but not sure where to begin? Join us at the Nature Center for our Intro to Birding Class where we will help you establish a foundation of the essential tools and knowledge needed to enjoy birding in your backyard and out on the trails. The first part of the class will […]
Guided Bird Walk
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us for one of our guided Bird Walks to explore the trails at Powdermill Nature Reserve and learn how to find and identify birds in their native habitats. These walks are friendly to birders of all ages and experience levels. We'll meet at the Nature Center and travel from there to the day's designated […]
Science and Nature Lecture
with Sara Klingensmith
Powdermill Nature Reserve
1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United States
Join 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 […]
Identify Fall Warblers Class
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesBecause of different molt strategies, many warblers look vastly different during fall migration than they did during the spring and summer seasons. Join us at the Nature Center where we will discuss tools to help you identify those confusing fall warblers.The first part of the class will consist of classroom-style learning about observing and identifying […]
Guided Bird Walk
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesJoin us for one of our guided Bird Walks to explore the trails at Powdermill Nature Reserve and learn how to find and identify birds in their native habitats. These walks are friendly to birders of all ages and experience levels. We'll meet at the Nature Center and travel from there to the day's designated […]
From the Field: Borneo Expedition Recap with Dr. Jennifer Sheridan
Earth TheaterJoin Dr. Jennifer Sheridan, Assistant Curator of Reptiles and Amphibians, for a FREE, fascinating talk about her expedition to the Southeast Asian island this summer. Sheridan is a tropical conservation ecologist. Her research interests are ecological responses to changes in both climate and habitat & land use. She utilizes frogs as study organisms but with […]
