August 2018
Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
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Nature Lab: Simple Machines
Join Museum Educators in Nature Lab to explore Simple Machines. How do we make work easier? What is a simple machine and how do they function? Come experiment and have some fun exploring how we work. This presentation is designed for general audiences, ages 7 and up, and is included with your General Admission to the Museum.
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
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Nature Lab Meet the Experts: History of Digging Fort Hunter
Join Jim Herbstritt and Kim Sebestyen, Curators of Archaeology, to hear about their discoveries from excavations at Fort Hunter Mansion & Park. Learn how artifacts recovered at Fort Hunter help to tell the story of daily activities of Native Americans 9,000 years ago, through the colonial period to present day. This presentation is included with general admission to The Museum.
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
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Summer Fridays
Fridays at The State Museum offer a new twist this summer – “Pay as you wish!” For general admission on Learn at Lunchtime Fridays, June 22 through August 24, the amount you pay for general admission is up to you. Art Docents will be in Art of the State 11 AM - 1 PM. Curiosity Connection will have, limited timed-tickets available for 45 minutes of play per hour from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Regular Planetarium admission rates apply.
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
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Learn at Lunchtime: How The Counties Got Their Shapes
Join Museum Education Department Summer Intern, Mitchell Rebuck, to explore "How The Counties Got Their Shapes" at 12:15 PM in the Susquehanna Room. Learn how our commonwealth got its shape and what forces drove these changes. Mitchell is a senior at Bloomsburg University studying for his B.S.Ed. in History and Education.
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
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3rd in the Burg: The Great Summer Switch
Join us for the second annual “Great Summer Switch” a collaboration with Susquehanna Art Museum. Tina Sell, Susquehanna Art Museum’s Director of Education, will conduct a tour of Art of the State at 6 PM. Then visitors can walk up the street to Susquehanna Art Museum to hear PHMC’s Commissioner and artist Ophelia Chambliss give a tour of Romare Bearden: Vision & Activism at 7:30 PM. The State Museum will open at 5:30 PM and close at 7:30 PM. Art of the State is recognized…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
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Curiosity Kids: COLOR
For our young visitors, explore COLOR in our Nature Lab. Through the use of watercolor and other experiments our youngest visitors and their parents will explore primary and secondary colors.
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
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Curiosity Kids: Bubbles!
For our youngest visitors, come join us and explore Bubbles! How big a bubble can you make? What makes a good bubble? Experiment with various ingredients to create the best bubble.
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Summer Fridays
Fridays at The State Museum offer a new twist this summer – “Pay as you wish!” For general admission on Learn at Lunchtime Fridays, June 22 through August 24, the amount you pay for general admission is up to you. Art Docents will be in Art of the State 11 AM - 1 PM. Curiosity Connection will have, limited timed-tickets available for 45 minutes of play per hour from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Regular Planetarium admission rates apply.
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Learn at Lunchtime: Archaeology
Join Curator of Archaeology Janet Johnson to learn about the upcoming Fort Hunter dig.
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
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Archaeology at 2018 Kipona Festival
Join the archaeology staff of The State Museum for Kipona on City Island. They will feature the popular dugout canoe, and discuss the archaeology of City Island including a display of artifacts. The event is free to the public.
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Archaeology at 2018 Kipona Festival
Join the archaeology staff of The State Museum for Kipona on City Island. They will feature the popular dugout canoe, and discuss the archaeology of City Island including a display of artifacts. The event is free to the public.
Find out more »Earth, Moon, and Sun
Join us in the Planetarium for fun and witty show. Coyote has razor-sharp wit, but he’s a little confused about what he’s seeing in the sky. This production tackles many concepts associated with the Earth-Moon-Sun system including: eclipses, lunar phases, seasonal changing, and the physical nature of the Sun and the Moon. Educational Content appropriate for grades 1 through 5 For information about rates or the Planetarium please go to the Planetarium page. Please Note: Planetarium tickets must be purchased at the…
Find out more »Compass, Calendar, and Clock
Join us in the Planetarium to discover how ancient cultures learned the sky is not just a thing of beauty, but also our window for the position of our planet. Understanding how our planet is aligned with the distant stars allows anyone to use the sky as a compass, a calendar and a clock. This traditional show asks the questions . . . How can you use the Moon tell time? How does the Sun help us find directions? See…
Find out more »Archaeology at 2018 Kipona Festival
Join the archaeology staff of The State Museum for Kipona on City Island. They will feature the popular dugout canoe, and discuss the archaeology of City Island including a display of artifacts. The event is free to the public.
Find out more »STARS
Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
Find out more »STARS
Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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StoryTime September 2018
Gather in Ecology Hall to learn about spiders and their webs. Enjoy Walter’s Wonderful Web by Tim Hopgood, a story about a very determined little spider. Have fun playing a spider web game and take home a spider web craft. StoryTime is our popular reading series for children aged 3 to 5. Each reading is held in one of our galleries and is followed by a related play activity or exploration of related hands-on artifacts. StoryTime is included with general…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
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Learn at Lunchtime: Art of the State
Join our docents at 12:15 PM to tour the Art of the State: 2018 exhibition. Art of the State is recognized as the official, statewide juried competition for Pennsylvania artists. Jurors selected artwork from five categories, Craft, Painting, Photography, Sculpture and Work on Paper. The exhibit runs from June 24 through September 9, 2018. Art of the State is presented by Jump Street and The State Museum of Pennsylvania. Jump Street, a non-profit arts organization, has been serving the Capital…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
Find out more »STARS
Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
Find out more »STARS
Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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2018 Gallery Walk
The State Museum of Pennsylvania is open for Gallery Walk. Click for a brochure and map of participating Harrisburg sites. This is the last day to explore this year’s Art of the State before it closes. General Admission to the Museum is free for the day. Art of the State is recognized as the official, statewide juried competition for Pennsylvania artists. Jurors selected artwork from five categories: Craft, Painting, Photography, Sculpture and Work on Paper and includes 103 works by 99…
Find out more »STARS
Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Artist Conversations
Join us as Director Beth Hager and artist Isaac Pelepko lead a casual tour of the Art of the State exhibition, sharing their insights on the show. Mr. Pelepko’s painting The Cute Parade is this years first place award winner for painting. The Annual Art of the State is recognized as the official, statewide juried competition for Pennsylvania artists. Jurors selected artwork from five categories: Craft, Painting, Photography, Sculpture and Work on Paper and includes 103 works by 99 artists from 27 counties. The exhibit closes Sunday,…
Find out more »STARS
Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
Find out more »STARS
Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
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Nature Lab: Pennsylvania Wild Canines
Join Museum Educators in Nature Lab to explore wild dogs in Pennsylvania: coyote, red and gray fox, and timber wolf. See how these canines vary in habitat, stature, and lifestyle. Check out their pelt, skulls, and other hands-on objects. This presentation is designed for General Audiences, ages 7 and up, and is included with your General Admission to the Museum.
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
Find out more »STARS
Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
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Learn at Lunchtime: Tim Palmer “Twilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches”
Join award winning author and photographer Tim Palmer who will present a slide show based on his 2018 book, Twilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches, published by Penn State University Press. With stunning photographs taken throughout the range of the Eastern Hemlock and American Beech, the author shows the irreplaceable beauty of these magnificent trees, and he explains the invasion of exotic insects and pathogens that are tragically decimating one of the most beloved forest types in eastern America. Still…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
Find out more »STARS
Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
Find out more »STARS
Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
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Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
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Curiosity Kids: Walk Like The Animals!
For our youngest visitors, come join us in Nature Lab to walk like the animals. Explore animal footprints and see if you can move you body like the animals.
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Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
Find out more »We Are Astronomers
Join us in the Planetarium to reveal the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. Explore how astronomers use the electromagnetic spectrum in studying the universe. And hear from astronomers on the challenges they face in sharing and storing data. Take an up-close look at new technologies like the James Webb Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider. Narrated by David Tennant Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information about rates…
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Join us in the planetarium to explore STARS! Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill Educational Content appropriate for grade 4 and up For information…
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