Museum Hours
| Sunday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 8:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
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For your safety and comfort, we’re limiting admissions to our museums through timed ticketing so that the number of visitors will never exceed 25% of building capacity at any given time. Visitors’ temperature will be checked upon entry and masks should be worn. Members must also reserve their free timed tickets in advance. Our new capacity can fill quickly so be sure to reserve your spot. Thank you!
Powdermill Avian Research Center Open House
October 16, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Powdermill Nature Reserve
A behind-the-scenes experience as research is being done! Visit the bird banding lab and see up-close how researchers safely capture and band birds, a…
Live Animal Encounter
October 16, 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm
At the Museum
Live Animal Encounters run daily from 1:30-2pm in the Earth Theater, located in Discovery Basecamp. Led by knowledgeable museum staff, encounters feat…
Science and Nature Lecture
October 17, 2:00 pm
Powdermill Nature Reserve
Join us as we explore seasonal natural history phenomena of Powdermill Nature Reserve! Discover the wonders of fantastic fall foliage as we explore wh…
Homeschool Class: Build Your Own Museum (Ages 5-7)
October 18, 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
At the Museum
Investigate all the small things in our world—from animals to rocks and minerals and everything in between! Build your own mini museum collection as…
Homeschool Class: It’s About Time (Ages 8-10)
October 18, 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
At the Museum
Grab your time travel gear and explore a different mystery from the past during each class! From life before dinosaurs to the present day, analyze fos…
Sensory Friendly Hours: Booseum
October 23, 8:30 am – 10:00 am
At the Museum
Explore the museum in a sensory-friendly environment and celebrate Halloween. Listen to some Halloween-themed stories, visit with our animal ambassado…
Super Science Saturday: Booseum
October 23, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
At the Museum
Wander through our haunted halls as you search for clues to solve our scavenger hunt, reveal spooky specimens, and earn Halloween goodies. Costumes ar…
Storytime and More
October 24, 2:00 pm
Powdermill Nature Reserve
Children up to the age of 9 and an accompanying adult are invited to discover the wonders of nature through a picture book read-aloud and related game…
Horror Movie Trivia
October 28, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
At the Museum
Put your knowledge to the test at Horror Movie Trivia night! Compete head-to-head with other scary film enthusiasts for the top prize, an exclusive to…
Sensory Friendly Hours
December 18, 8:30 am – 10:00 am
At the Museum
Explore 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…
Sensory Friendly Hours
December 19, 8:30 am – 10:00 am
At the Museum
Explore 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 1…
