Science and Nature Lecture with Mason Heberling
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 […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Rethinking Plant Heat Tolerances and Photosynthetic Strategies of Tropical Plants
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Rethinking Plant Heat Tolerances and Photosynthetic Strategies of Tropical Plants Speakers: Timothy Perez Stomata and leaf size thermoregulatory traits, a thermograph of leaves, and a […]
Nature Crawl (21+)
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLooking for something fun and new to do in Pittsburgh? Mask up, and see the museum in a new light! Join museum staff on a 21+ self-guided crawl through select […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: The mysterious megaraptorids: giant-clawed meat-eating dinosaurs from the southern continents
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: The mysterious megaraptorids: giant-clawed meat-eating dinosaurs from the southern continents Speakers: Matt Lamanna, Carnegie Museum of Natural History Articulated antebrachium (forearm) and manus (hand) of eponymous megaraptorid […]
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. […]
Teen Night at Carnegie Museum of Natural History
At the Museum 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCalling all teens! Carnegie Museum of Natural History invites you to explore the museum with a free open house featuring a look at extraordinary specimens, meet and greets with live […]
Moriarty Science Seminar: Integrating the living and the dead: how functional traits can improve our understanding of early Cenozoic fern evolution
OnlineR.W. Moriarty Science Seminar Presents: Integrating the living and the dead: how functional traits can improve our understanding of early Cenozoic fern evolution Speaker: Molly Ng, Carnegie Museum of Natural History Abstract:Plants […]
Game Night at Powdermill Nature Reserve
Powdermill Nature Reserve 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, United StatesLearn 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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
