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Carnegie Museum of Natural History is committed to providing a wide range of lectures, workshops, and classes that tie in with our exhibitions and special events.  Check these pages often for updates!

Adult Programs | Free Activities for Families | Tours for Schools & Groups

   
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Holiday Hours:

transpClosed on Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 26
Open regular hours on Friday, November 27
 
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Image: Humpback calf, courtesy Dr. Ingrid Visser,
Orca Research Trust

Whales | Tohorā
October 31, 2009–May 2, 2010
R.P. Simmons Family Gallery, Third Floor

Te Papa
Developed and presented by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. This exhibition was made possible through the support of the New Zealand Government and the Smithsonian Institution.
For centuries, whales have captured the imagination. People have marveled at them, hunted them, and passionately protected them. Now, visitors have an opportunity to explore the world of these amazing sea creatures through a unique blend of science and storytelling.

Whales | Tohorā, a traveling exhibition created by Te Papa, New Zealand's National Museum, presents stories from conservationists, scientists, whalers, and even whale riders. The exhibition presents a rich assortment of objects from Te Papa's whale collection, one of the largest in the world. Skeletons over 54 feet long (18 meters) are displayed, along with fossils, models, and specimens from many whale species. Beautiful taonga (cultural treasures) made from highly prized whale bone and whale teeth give evidence of the revered status of these animals. Click here to visit the official Web site.

Sponsored in part by:

Whales | Tohorā sponsors

   
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Lord of the Crane Flies
Opens November 21
3rd Floor Exhibition Foyer

This exhibition focuses on Invertebrate Zoologist Chen Young's nearly 30 years of work on crane flies. Exhibition includes photographs, illustrations, specimens and video all about crane flies—what they are, where they live, how they are collected and studied, and why they are an important part of the planet we share.

Photo: Pedicia albivitta by Donna Race

 
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Time Machines: Watches from the H.J. Heinz Collection
Extended into 2010
Wertz Gallery: Gems & Jewelry, Hillman Hall of Minerals and Gems

Pittsburgh ketchup and sauce magnate H.J. Heinz (1844-1919) amassed an extensive collection of timepieces during his lifetime. These chronometers offer an array of incredible artistry and amazing mechanical ingenuity.

Through this collection, it is possible to study the evolution of watches as machines, tracing the steps in development from portable sundial to more modern sophisticated mechanical watches. Examples include a gold mechanical “repeating watch” with figures that strike the hour; a watch owned by Lord Nelson, the hero of the Battle of Trafalgar; and a music box watch with a feathered singing bird.

The Heinz Collection is regarded as one of the most important timepiece collections in the United States. H.J. Heinz donated the collection to Carnegie Museum of Natural History in 1917.

   
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Free Family Activities

Free with museum admission. Check at any Information desk for a list of the day's events!

 
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Free Winter Activities at Powdermill Nature Reserve

Powdermill Nature Reserve is the biological research station of Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Located in Rector, PA, amidst the rolling Laurel Highlands, wildflowers, trees, songbirds, and salamanders can be examined by eye, ear, magnifying glass, and camera. The world-class research programs at Powdermill, including the renowned bird-banding laboratory, take advantage of the biodiversity of the Allegheny Mountains. For more information or directions, click here to visit the Powdermill Web site or call 724.593.6105.

Winter Nature Hikes
Saturday, 1 p.m.
Free; no registration required

On Saturdays throughout winter, join naturalists and educators for family-appropriate, seasonal nature hikes. These hour-long hikes take place in snow, rain, wind, or cold, so please dress appropriately.

Scientific Lecture Series for Adults
Sunday, 1 p.m.
Free; no registration required

On Sundays throughout winter, enjoy a scientific lecture series given by naturalists, scientists, and researchers from Powdermill Nature Reserve and Carnegie Museum of Natural History, as well as some special guest speakers. Talks are geared toward adults and last between 30 and 60 minutes in the Parker Room of the Nature Center.

    November 22: The Natural and Cultural History of the Apple
    November 29: Pennsylvania Squirrels
 
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Holiday Hours:

Closing at 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve: Thursday, December 24
Closed on Christmas Day: Friday, December 25
Closing at 5 p.m. on New Year's Eve: Thursday, December 31

 
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Image: Humpback calf, courtesy Dr. Ingrid Visser,
Orca Research Trust

Whales | Tohorā
October 31, 2009–May 2, 2010
R.P. Simmons Family Gallery, Third Floor

Te Papa
Developed and presented by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. This exhibition was made possible through the support of the New Zealand Government and the Smithsonian Institution.
For centuries, whales have captured the imagination. People have marveled at them, hunted them, and passionately protected them. Now, visitors have an opportunity to explore the world of these amazing sea creatures through a unique blend of science and storytelling.

Whales | Tohorā, a traveling exhibition created by Te Papa, New Zealand's National Museum, presents stories from conservationists, scientists, whalers, and even whale riders. The exhibition presents a rich assortment of objects from Te Papa's whale collection, one of the largest in the world. Skeletons over 54 feet long (18 meters) are displayed, along with fossils, models, and specimens from many whale species. Beautiful taonga (cultural treasures) made from highly prized whale bone and whale teeth give evidence of the revered status of these animals. Click here to visit the official Web site.

Sponsored in part by:

Whales | Tohorā sponsors

   
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Free Family Activities

Free with museum admission. Check at any Information desk for a list of the day's events!

 
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Lord of the Crane Flies
Through Spring 2010
3rd Floor Exhibition Foyer

This exhibition focuses on Invertebrate Zoologist Chen Young's nearly 30 years of work on crane flies. Exhibition includes photographs, illustrations, specimens and video all about crane flies—what they are, where they live, how they are collected and studied, and why they are an important part of the planet we share.

Photo: Pedicia albivitta by Donna Race

   
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Free Winter Activities at Powdermill Nature Reserve

Powdermill Nature Reserve is the biological research station of Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Located in Rector, PA, amidst the rolling Laurel Highlands, wildflowers, trees, songbirds, and salamanders can be examined by eye, ear, magnifying glass, and camera. The world-class research programs at Powdermill, including the renowned bird-banding laboratory, take advantage of the biodiversity of the Allegheny Mountains. For more information or directions, click here to visit the Powdermill Web site or call 724.593.6105.

Winter Nature Hikes
Saturday, 1 p.m.
Free; no registration required

On Saturdays throughout winter, join naturalists and educators for family-appropriate, seasonal nature hikes. These hour-long hikes take place in snow, rain, wind, or cold, so please dress appropriately. Please note: The December 12 hike will take place on Sunday, December 13 instead of Saturday.

Scientific Lecture Series for Adults
Sunday, 1 p.m.
Free; no registration required

On Sundays throughout winter, enjoy a scientific lecture series given by naturalists, scientists, and researchers from Powdermill Nature Reserve and Carnegie Museum of Natural History, as well as some special guest speakers. Talks are geared toward adults and last between 30 and 60 minutes in the Parker Room of the Nature Center.

    December 6: Wastewater Treatment at Powdermill
    December 12: Geology, Climate Change, and Public Outreach (see below for description)
    December 20: Mammals in Winter
    December 27: Cane Toads in Australia: the Un-natural History

GEOLOGY, CLIMATE CHANGE, AND PUBLIC OUTREACH: NEW SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERIES IN THE PITTSBURGH REGION
Albert D. Kollar, MS, and David K. Brezinski, PhD, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Section of Geology and Invertebrate Paleontology
Please note: This lecture will take place on Saturday, December 12 instead of Sunday, December 13.
1 p.m.
Free; no registration required

Learn how geologists research and translate their work to educate audiences through the fascinating case study of recent Pittsburgh discoveries. These discoveries have resulted in the development of a new hypothesis on climates during the formation of the Appalachian Mountains.

 
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Time Machines: Watches from the H.J. Heinz Collection
Extended into 2010
Wertz Gallery: Gems & Jewelry, Hillman Hall of Minerals and Gems

Pittsburgh ketchup and sauce magnate H.J. Heinz (1844-1919) amassed an extensive collection of timepieces during his lifetime. These chronometers offer an array of incredible artistry and amazing mechanical ingenuity.

Through this collection, it is possible to study the evolution of watches as machines, tracing the steps in development from portable sundial to more modern sophisticated mechanical watches. Examples include a gold mechanical “repeating watch” with figures that strike the hour; a watch owned by Lord Nelson, the hero of the Battle of Trafalgar; and a music box watch with a feathered singing bird.

The Heinz Collection is regarded as one of the most important timepiece collections in the United States. H.J. Heinz donated the collection to Carnegie Museum of Natural History in 1917.

   
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Holiday Trees and Neapolitan Presepio
December 2009–January 2010

Check back for information on the traditional Holiday Tree and Presepio displays, as well as a schedule of holiday concerts and other seasonal events.

   
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Homeschool Programs
Tuesday, December 1
1–2:30 p.m.

Carnegie Museum of Natural History offers a variety of programs for homeschoolers ages 4-12. These classes enhance inquiry skills and deepen your child’s interest in their world and science. Visit the Homeschool Programs page for program descriptions and registration information.

Ages 4–5
Insectmania

Ages 6–7
Slimy, Scaly Creatures

Ages 8–9
Whales | Tohorā

Ages 10–12
Whale Watch

   
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Holiday Hours:

Closed on New Year's Day: Friday, January 1, 2010
Open on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Monday, January 18, 2010

 
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Image: Humpback calf, courtesy Dr. Ingrid Visser,
Orca Research Trust

Whales | Tohorā
October 31, 2009–May 2, 2010
R.P. Simmons Family Gallery, Third Floor

Te Papa
Developed and presented by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. This exhibition was made possible through the support of the New Zealand Government and the Smithsonian Institution.
For centuries, whales have captured the imagination. People have marveled at them, hunted them, and passionately protected them. Now, visitors have an opportunity to explore the world of these amazing sea creatures through a unique blend of science and storytelling.

Whales | Tohorā, a traveling exhibition created by Te Papa, New Zealand's National Museum, presents stories from conservationists, scientists, whalers, and even whale riders. The exhibition presents a rich assortment of objects from Te Papa's whale collection, one of the largest in the world. Skeletons over 54 feet long (18 meters) are displayed, along with fossils, models, and specimens from many whale species. Beautiful taonga (cultural treasures) made from highly prized whale bone and whale teeth give evidence of the revered status of these animals. Click here to visit the official Web site.

Sponsored in part by:

Whales | Tohorā sponsors

   
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Overnight Adventures

Bring your sleeping bags for a "camping" experience inside Carnegie Museum of Natural History! Sleep tight in the company of a rhinoceros, or roll out your sleeping bag in the high meadow next to a grizzly! Visit the Overnight Adventures page for program descriptions and registration information.

Dino-ROAR! January 8
Carnegie Forensic Files January 15
Rock Around the Clock (Boy Scouts only) January 22

 
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Lord of the Crane Flies
Through Spring 2010
3rd Floor Exhibition Foyer

This exhibition focuses on Invertebrate Zoologist Chen Young's nearly 30 years of work on crane flies. Exhibition includes photographs, illustrations, specimens and video all about crane flies—what they are, where they live, how they are collected and studied, and why they are an important part of the planet we share.

Photo: Pedicia albivitta by Donna Race

   
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Free Winter Activities at Powdermill Nature Reserve

Powdermill Nature Reserve is the biological research station of Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Located in Rector, PA, amidst the rolling Laurel Highlands, wildflowers, trees, songbirds, and salamanders can be examined by eye, ear, magnifying glass, and camera. The world-class research programs at Powdermill, including the renowned bird-banding laboratory, take advantage of the biodiversity of the Allegheny Mountains. For more information or directions, click here to visit the Powdermill Web site or call 724.593.6105.

Winter Nature Hikes
Saturday, 1 p.m.
Free; no registration required

On Saturdays throughout winter, join naturalists and educators for family-appropriate, seasonal nature hikes. These hour-long hikes take place in snow, rain, wind, or cold, so please dress appropriately.

Scientific Lecture Series for Adults
Sunday, 1 p.m.
Free; no registration required

On Sundays throughout winter, enjoy a scientific lecture series given by naturalists, scientists, and researchers from Powdermill Nature Reserve and Carnegie Museum of Natural History, as well as some special guest speakers. Talks are geared toward adults and last between 30 and 60 minutes in the Parker Room of the Nature Center. Check back for the 2010 schedule!

 
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Time Machines: Watches from the H.J. Heinz Collection
Extended into 2010
Wertz Gallery: Gems & Jewelry, Hillman Hall of Minerals and Gems

Pittsburgh ketchup and sauce magnate H.J. Heinz (1844-1919) amassed an extensive collection of timepieces during his lifetime. These chronometers offer an array of incredible artistry and amazing mechanical ingenuity.

Through this collection, it is possible to study the evolution of watches as machines, tracing the steps in development from portable sundial to more modern sophisticated mechanical watches. Examples include a gold mechanical “repeating watch” with figures that strike the hour; a watch owned by Lord Nelson, the hero of the Battle of Trafalgar; and a music box watch with a feathered singing bird.

The Heinz Collection is regarded as one of the most important timepiece collections in the United States. H.J. Heinz donated the collection to Carnegie Museum of Natural History in 1917.

   
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Holiday Hours: Open on President's Day: Monday, February 15, 2010

 
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Image: Humpback calf, courtesy Dr. Ingrid Visser,
Orca Research Trust

Whales | Tohorā
October 31, 2009–May 2, 2010
R.P. Simmons Family Gallery, Third Floor

Te Papa
Developed and presented by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. This exhibition was made possible through the support of the New Zealand Government and the Smithsonian Institution.
For centuries, whales have captured the imagination. People have marveled at them, hunted them, and passionately protected them. Now, visitors have an opportunity to explore the world of these amazing sea creatures through a unique blend of science and storytelling.

Whales | Tohorā, a traveling exhibition created by Te Papa, New Zealand's National Museum, presents stories from conservationists, scientists, whalers, and even whale riders. The exhibition presents a rich assortment of objects from Te Papa's whale collection, one of the largest in the world. Skeletons over 54 feet long (18 meters) are displayed, along with fossils, models, and specimens from many whale species. Beautiful taonga (cultural treasures) made from highly prized whale bone and whale teeth give evidence of the revered status of these animals. Click here to visit the official Web site.

Sponsored in part by:

Whales | Tohorā sponsors

   
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Girl Scout Day 2010
Saturday, February 20
10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.

All Brownies, Junior Girl Scouts, Cadettes, Senior Scouts, and Leaders are invited to attend! The day’s events include Scouts-only activities that focus on life sciences and culture. Scouts will explore the new, exciting Dinosaurs in Their Time and the temporary exhibition Whales | Tohorā.  All activities fulfill some component of badge or award requirements and are for Girl Scouts only.

Fee
$10 per participant—includes museum admission, activities, and a custom-made embroidered patch for Scouts. One adult for every five Scouts admitted free.

Registration
Contact Group Visits at 412.622.3289 or GroupVisits@carnegiemuseums.org.

 
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Lord of the Crane Flies
Through Spring 2010
3rd Floor Exhibition Foyer

This exhibition focuses on Invertebrate Zoologist Chen Young's nearly 30 years of work on crane flies. Exhibition includes photographs, illustrations, specimens and video all about crane flies—what they are, where they live, how they are collected and studied, and why they are an important part of the planet we share.

Photo: Pedicia albivitta by Donna Race

   
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Overnight Adventures

Bring your sleeping bags for a "camping" experience inside Carnegie Museum of Natural History! Sleep tight in the company of a rhinoceros, or roll out your sleeping bag in the high meadow next to a grizzly! Visit the Overnight Adventures page for program descriptions and registration information.

New! A World of Whales February 5
Slumber Safari (Girl Scouts only) February 26

 
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Free Family Activities

Free with museum admission. Check at any Information desk for a list of the day's events!

   
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Image: Humpback calf, courtesy Dr. Ingrid Visser,
Orca Research Trust

Whales | Tohorā
October 31, 2009–May 2, 2010
R.P. Simmons Family Gallery, Third Floor

Te Papa
Developed and presented by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. This exhibition was made possible through the support of the New Zealand Government and the Smithsonian Institution.
For centuries, whales have captured the imagination. People have marveled at them, hunted them, and passionately protected them. Now, visitors have an opportunity to explore the world of these amazing sea creatures through a unique blend of science and storytelling.

Whales | Tohorā, a traveling exhibition created by Te Papa, New Zealand's National Museum, presents stories from conservationists, scientists, whalers, and even whale riders. The exhibition presents a rich assortment of objects from Te Papa's whale collection, one of the largest in the world. Skeletons over 54 feet long (18 meters) are displayed, along with fossils, models, and specimens from many whale species. Beautiful taonga (cultural treasures) made from highly prized whale bone and whale teeth give evidence of the revered status of these animals. Click here to visit the official Web site.

Sponsored in part by:

Whales | Tohorā sponsors

   
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Boy Scout Day 2010
Saturday, March 20
10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.

All Cub Scouts, Webelos, Boy Scouts, and Leaders are invited to attend! The day’s events include Scouts-only activities with an emphasis on the new, exciting Dinosaurs in Their Time and the traveling exhibition Whales | Tohorā.  All activities fulfill some component of badge requirements and are for Boy Scouts only. Please note: Boy Scout merit badge workshops will not be available on this day.

Fee
$10 per participant—includes museum admission, activities, and a custom-made embroidered patch for Scouts. One adult for every five Scouts admitted free.

Registration
Contact Group Visits at 412.622.3289 or GroupVisits@carnegiemuseums.org.

 
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Lord of the Crane Flies
Through Spring 2010
3rd Floor Exhibition Foyer

This exhibition focuses on Invertebrate Zoologist Chen Young's nearly 30 years of work on crane flies. Exhibition includes photographs, illustrations, specimens and video all about crane flies—what they are, where they live, how they are collected and studied, and why they are an important part of the planet we share.

Photo: Pedicia albivitta by Donna Race

   
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Overnight Adventures

Bring your sleeping bags for a "camping" experience inside Carnegie Museum of Natural History! Sleep tight in the company of a rhinoceros, or roll out your sleeping bag in the high meadow next to a grizzly! Visit the Overnight Adventures page for program descriptions and registration information.

Nighttime on the Nile March 5
Dino-ROAR! March 26

 
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