Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into […]
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Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into […]
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Holiday Traditions of 1950s and 1960s
Holiday Traditions of 1950s and 1960s
Wednesday, December 10 at 11:30am Join us as we discover the holiday traditions, decorations, and toys of the 1950’s and 1960’s. Created your own glittery ornament. Family programs are included […]
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Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into […]
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Curiosity Kids: The Winter Solstice
Curiosity Kids: The Winter Solstice
Friday, December 12 at 11:30am Join Curiosity Kids to discover the importance of the Sun and how ancient cultures were far more aware of the Sun and its impact on […]
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Virtual Program: PA’s Native Evergreens
Virtual Program: PA’s Native Evergreens
Friday, December 12 at 12:15pm The name Pennsylvania means “Penn’s Woods”. Pennsylvania’s forests include a variety of evergreen species, including trees and shrubs like Eastern White Pine, Eastern Hemlock, Mountain […]
Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into […]
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Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
While on a routine fossil-hunting expedition, The Zula Patrol turns up evidence that the villainous Deliria Delight has been traveling back in time to Earth’s prehistoric past to illegally dump […]
Oasis in Space
Oasis in Space
Is Earth the only water world in our Solar System? Take an exciting space flight through our Solar System in search of water and water worlds like Earth. This trip […]
Season of Light
Season of Light
This traditionally styled holiday show takes a look at astronomy and holiday traditions. Explore the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up our lives during the December holiday season. […]
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Season of Light
Season of Light
This traditionally styled holiday show takes a look at astronomy and holiday traditions. Explore the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up our lives during the December holiday season. Although it is the coldest and darkest of seasons, this time of year also holds some of the warmest and brightest celebrations of the year. […]
Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into intergalactic space to answer the question, “Where are we in the universe?” Narrated by Academy Award winner Tom Hanks Trailer: Passport to the Universe Educator’s […]
Season of Light
Season of Light
This traditionally styled holiday show takes a look at astronomy and holiday traditions. Explore the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up our lives during the December holiday season. Although it is the coldest and darkest of seasons, this time of year also holds some of the warmest and brightest celebrations of the year. […]
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Dioramas
Dioramas
Wednesday, December 17 at 11:30am The dioramas in Mammal Hall provide viewers with an opportunity to observe the natural world from inside the museum. Learn about the history of dioramas, the elements that make a replicated habitat and then create a replica of one of the dioramas. Family programs are included with general admission and […]
Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into intergalactic space to answer the question, “Where are we in the universe?” Narrated by Academy Award winner Tom Hanks Trailer: Passport to the Universe Educator’s […]
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Curiosity Kids: Holiday Traditions of 1970s and 1980s
Curiosity Kids: Holiday Traditions of 1970s and 1980s
Friday, December 19 at 11:30am Join us as we discover the holiday traditions that were celebrated during the 1970’s and 1980’s. Play with toys and games of the era and create your own retro holiday ornament. Curiosity Kids programs are designed for visitors age kindergarten to grade 2. Programs are free, but space is limited. […]
Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into intergalactic space to answer the question, “Where are we in the universe?” Narrated by Academy Award winner Tom Hanks Trailer: Passport to the Universe Educator’s […]
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Storytime
Storytime
Friday, December 5 & Saturday, December 20 at 10:30am It’s winter in the woods. Join us for a Storytime reading of In the Snow: Who’s Been Here? by Lindsay Barrett George and follow the snow-covered trail with kids, William and Cammy. Clue after clue will reveal what animal has been there and left its trace […]
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Tree Rings
Tree Rings
Saturday, December 20 1:00pm – 3:00pm The rings that form inside of a tree tell the history of the the tree’s growth. If you were a tree what would your rings look like? Learn about the science of dendrochronology and make a hanging ornament using a tree slice that tells your story. Family activities are […]
Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
While on a routine fossil-hunting expedition, The Zula Patrol turns up evidence that the villainous Deliria Delight has been traveling back in time to Earth’s prehistoric past to illegally dump her company’s toxic trash. The Zula Patrollers must find and catch her, before her actions cause catastrophic consequences. In the process, our heroes learn all […]
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Season of Light
Season of Light
This traditionally styled holiday show takes a look at astronomy and holiday traditions. Explore the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up our lives during the December holiday season. […]
Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into […]
Season of Light
Season of Light
This traditionally styled holiday show takes a look at astronomy and holiday traditions. Explore the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up our lives during the December holiday season. […]
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Museum Closure
Museum Closure
The Museum will be closed Wednesday, December 24 -Friday, December 26. We will re-open with regular hours Saturday, December 27.
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Museum Closure
Museum Closure
The Museum will be closed Wednesday, December 24 -Friday, December 26. We will re-open with regular hours Saturday, December 27.
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Museum Closure
Museum Closure
The Museum will be closed Wednesday, December 24 -Friday, December 26. We will re-open with regular hours Saturday, December 27.
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Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
While on a routine fossil-hunting expedition, The Zula Patrol turns up evidence that the villainous Deliria Delight has been traveling back in time to Earth’s prehistoric past to illegally dump […]
Oasis in Space
Oasis in Space
Is Earth the only water world in our Solar System? Take an exciting space flight through our Solar System in search of water and water worlds like Earth. This trip […]
Faster Than Light
Faster Than Light
The impulse to strike out into the unknown, to see what’s over the horizon, is as old as humanity. Today, whole new horizons beckon. Astronomers are racing to find habitable […]
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New Year’s Traditions
New Year’s Traditions
Sunday, December 28 1:00pm – 3:00pm Get ready to ring in the New Year! Explore the history and traditions of the New Year in Pennsylvania. Create a uniquely Pennsylvania countdown […]
Faster Than Light
Faster Than Light
The impulse to strike out into the unknown, to see what’s over the horizon, is as old as humanity. Today, whole new horizons beckon. Astronomers are racing to find habitable […]
Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into […]
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Noon Year’s Celebration
Noon Year’s Celebration
Wednesday, December 31 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Museum visitors can ring in the New Year at this family-friendly event. Activities include crafts, trivia games, dancing, and the famous firefly […]
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Museum Closing Early
Museum Closing Early
The Museum will close immediately following Noon Years event at 12pm Wednesday, December 31.
Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
As part of the Noon Years Celebration December 31st. Passport to the Universe will be showing at 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11, & 11:30am. This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of […]
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Daily Life in Colonial PA
Daily Life in Colonial PA
Friday, January 2 10:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 3:00pm Discover hands-on objects that explore daily life in colonial Pennsylvania. Try your hand at carrying water or churning butter. Dress […]
Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
While on a routine fossil-hunting expedition, The Zula Patrol turns up evidence that the villainous Deliria Delight has been traveling back in time to Earth’s prehistoric past to illegally dump […]
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Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
While on a routine fossil-hunting expedition, The Zula Patrol turns up evidence that the villainous Deliria Delight has been traveling back in time to Earth’s prehistoric past to illegally dump […]
Oasis in Space
Oasis in Space
Is Earth the only water world in our Solar System? Take an exciting space flight through our Solar System in search of water and water worlds like Earth. This trip […]
Faster Than Light
Faster Than Light
The impulse to strike out into the unknown, to see what’s over the horizon, is as old as humanity. Today, whole new horizons beckon. Astronomers are racing to find habitable […]
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Faster Than Light
Faster Than Light
The impulse to strike out into the unknown, to see what’s over the horizon, is as old as humanity. Today, whole new horizons beckon. Astronomers are racing to find habitable […]
Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into […]
Passport to the Universe
Passport to the Universe
This exhilarating flight through a precise, virtual re-creation of our universe is an astounding visual adventure through space. Travel through our Solar System, out of our galaxy, and deep into […]
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