March at the Museum

Calendar Highlights | March 2015

Special EventOn the Nature of Things: A New Work byKarole Armitage Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, March 25–27 Hayden Planetarium ProgramSupernova Forensics: A Stellar Investigation from Cradle to Grave and Beyond withAlicia Soderberg Monday, March 9 Lecture and Book SigningOpulent Oceans withMelanie L. J. Stiassny Wednesday, March 11 Culture SalonAfrican Games and Gastronomy Thursday, March 19 SciCafe Explore21: Papua New Guinea Wednesday, March 4 Join Museum scientists Paul Sweet, Neil Duncan, Brett Benz, andChris Raxworthy for cocktails and conversation about their expedition to remote sites on this island in the Pacific. Read more... James Arthur Lecture On the Evolution of the Human Brain Gestural Communication of the Great Apes Thursday, March 5 Hear researcher Dick Byrne of St. Andrews University discuss how ape gestures "bridge the gap" between animal signals and human language. Read more... Children's Programs Adventures in Science and Middle School Institutes Various sessions beginning Sunday, March 8 Offer a child a unique learning experience exploring subjects including butterflies(Pre-K); Earth Science (Grades 2 and 3); dinosaurs or space (Grades 4 and 5); andarchaeology (Grades 6, 7, and 8.) Read more... Special Folding Fun Session with OrigamiUSA Sunday, March 8 At this family-friendly event, choose from classes at all levels and learn the art of paper folding from highly skilled teachers from OrigamiUSA. Read more... Lecture and Book Signing Bats: A World of Science and Mystery with Brock Fenton and Nancy Simmons Saturday, March 14 Join Curator Nancy Simmons and biologist Brock Fenton as they discuss their new book and share fascinating facts about these nocturnal creatures. Recommended for children ages 10 and up. Read more... Hayden Planetarium Program Sun/Earth Day Saturday, March 21 Talk with scientists, look through telescopes, and engage in hands-on activities at this family-friendly event as you explore the special relationship between Earth and the Sun. Read more... Our Earth's Future Online Courses March, April, and May sessions, starting Monday, March 30 Apply now for free online courses on the science of climate change, covering extreme weather, rising seas, and the impact on life in various habitats. Read more... Hayden Planetarium Program Astronomy Live: Our Cosmic Address Tuesday, March 31 Take a cosmic ride with Ashley Pagnotta and Christina Pease to ponder where Earth, our solar system, and the Milky Way fit into the observable universe.Read more... More Programs >