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68 natural history Events Found

Mar 5

Woodcock Walk

American woodcocks (Scolopax minor), inconspicuous in plumage and behavior, can be difficult to spot throughout the year. During their mating season, however, it is possible to witness the males' magnificent courtship display at dusk and dawn. We will visit an area where male woodcocks are currently calling and performing their 'sky dance' aerial displays. This is a member-only event. We will meet at the Blue Ridge Discovery Center and travel by van to the area where woodcocks are currently active. Dress warmly and in layers.
Blue Ridge Discovery Center
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3/5/26
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Mar 6

Digging Deeper into Egg Mountain: A Unique Late Cretaceous Terrestrial Assemblage

Part of the 'Presenting Prehistory' speaker series. What can fossils teach us about the world today? Discoveries made by paleontologists continue to shed new light on the past, from dinosaurs to ancient climate and ecosystems. This unique speaker series explores the newest paleontological findings and current hypotheses featuring leading scientists who lead the charge to better understand how life on Earth has changed. After each lecture, there will be a meet-and-greet with refreshments.
Museum of the Rockies
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3/6/26
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Mar 6

Fossil Friday with Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson

Join Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson on Fridays from 3:30 - 4:30 PM in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab. He will be on hand to share projects currently being worked on and to help identify your fossil finds. This program is for children of all ages, especially those young at heart.
The Charleston Museum - Bunting Natural History Gallery
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3/6/26
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Mar 6

Dinosaur Expedition

Featuring over 60 animatronic dinosaurs, skeletons, photo ops, and rides. Guests will engage with prehistoric creatures from the Jurassic, Cretaceous, and Triassic Periods. Learn to identify which OKC Zoo animals are living relatives of dinosaurs and how supporting conservation efforts can help save these species. Open daily 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., weather dependent. Additional experiences include dinosaur rides ($6 per ride or 3 for $15) and naming sponsorship opportunities. Zoo admission required before accessing Dinosaur Expedition.
OKC Zoo
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3/6/26
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Mar 7

Fossil Road Show

Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
Free
3/7/26
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Mar 7

Birdwatching on the Homesite

Join us for a 1.5-hour guided bird walk through the historic homesite. Winter is one of the best times to observe the many species that call the homesite home, and participants can expect to see 15-20 different birds along the way. This relaxed outdoor walk will take you across the grounds as Anne shares tips for identification, insight into winter bird behavior, and a deeper appreciation for the wildlife that thrives among our historic landscape. Please bring your own binoculars, bundle up, and wear close-toed shoes suitable for uneven terrain. Spots limited! Museum Admission Included!
Charlotte Museum of History
$7.50 - $5-$10
3/7/26
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Mar 8

Frog Night Hike

Explore the thrilling sights, smells, and sounds of night with Heard Trail Guides. Focus on frog identification and amphibian biology during nighttime when frogs are most active. Closed toed shoes, long pants, and bug spray recommended.
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
$12.00 - Member...
3/8/26
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Mar 9

Spring Break 2026 - Audubon Society Bird Talk

Join us for an Avian Adventure into the world of birds. Meet multiple live birds as you learn and discover the natural history of a variety of birds, their importance in the food web, habitat needs, conservation status, and much more. From eagles to hummingbirds this program will get you soaring.
Huntsville Public Library
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 11

The Smithsonian Bison National Road Trip

Celebration of United States' 250th anniversary and national mammal, bison. Three bison sculptures created by Gary Staab for Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History begin journey from Colorado to Washington, D.C. Discussion of sculptures and conservation efforts.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
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3/11/26
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Mar 11

The Smithsonian Bison National Road Trip - Kirk Johnson & Gary Staab

Join us as we help kick off a journey from Colorado to the nation's capital! In celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary and our national mammal, bison, three bison sculptures are being created for display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. These larger than life bronze sculptures created by artist Gary Staab will journey from Loveland, Colorado foundry to Washington, D.C. with a stop at DMNS.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
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3/11/26
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Mar 12

The Smithsonian Bison National Road Trip - Kirk Johnson & Gary Staab

Join us as we help kick off a journey from the heart of Colorado to our nation's capital! Three bison sculptures are being created for display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary and our national mammal, bison.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
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3/12/26
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Mar 12

The Smithsonian Bison National Road Trip - Kirk Johnson & Gary Staab

Join us as we help kick off a journey from the heart of Colorado to our nation's capital! Three bison sculptures are being created for display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary and our national mammal, bison.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Free
3/12/26
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Mar 12

The Smithsonian Bison National Road Trip - Kirk Johnson & Gary Staab

Join us as we help kick off a journey from Colorado to our nation's capital! Three bison sculptures are being created for display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary. The bronze sculptures created by Gary Staab will begin their journey to Washington, D.C. with a stop at DMNS.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
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3/12/26
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Mar 12

The Smithsonian Bison National Road Trip - Kirk Johnson & Gary Staab

Join us as we help kick off a journey from the heart of Colorado to our nation's capital! In celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary and our national mammal, bison, three bison sculptures are being created for display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Free
3/12/26
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Mar 12

The Smithsonian Bison National Road Trip - Kirk Johnson & Gary Staab

Join us as we help kick off a journey from the heart of Colorado to our nation's capital! In celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary and our national mammal, bison, three bison sculptures are being created for display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. These larger than life bronze sculptures are being created by artist Gary Staab.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Free
3/12/26
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Mar 13

Teen Homeschool History Day: Extinction

Learn all about animals who have gone extinct in the past and the present. Discover prehistoric animals who called South Carolina home millions of years ago and see examples of animals who have gone extinct in the not-so-distant past on a guided tour of the Natural History Gallery. Discuss ways animals go extinct and brainstorm ideas of what we can do to eliminate these causes. Teen Homeschool History Day is a program geared for students 13 to 17 and features a field trip experience, a chance to go through the Museum, and an educational activity. Adults not required to stay.
The Charleston Museum
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3/13/26
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Mar 13

Teen Homeschool History Day: Extinction

Learn all about animals who have gone extinct in the past and the present. Discover prehistoric animals who called South Carolina home millions of years ago and see examples of current endangered species. From 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm.
The Charleston Museum
Free
3/13/26
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Mar 13

Read on the Rug

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
Free
3/13/26
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Mar 14

Small Explorers Learning Together - Dino Motion!

Small Explorers Learning Together program is for families with children ages 1-5. March Program focuses on how dinosaurs moved, examining fossil footprints and sorting dinosaurs by land, sea and air. Includes interactive story time, gallery exploration of 'Written in the Rocks: Fossil Tales of New Jersey', dig activity, reading 'Bumpus Jumpus Dinosaurumpus!' and take-home dino craft. Children ages 12 months to 5 years only. Class meets in Discovery Den play space and is 45 minutes long. Fee includes all activities and craft. Tickets are non-refundable but can be applied to another class within 2025/2026 schedule. Museum members receive 10% discount.
New Jersey State Museum
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3/14/26
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Mar 14

Science on Tap March - New Mexico's Raptors

Science on Tap is an informal lecture series featuring relaxed presentations by scientists and researchers on engaging science topics, with beer available from Bombs Away Beer Company. This month features live raptors from Hawks Aloft including Red-tailed Hawks, Swainson's Hawks, Peregrine Falcons, Prairie Falcons, and American Kestrels. The presentation covers raptor behaviors, survival strategies, and species interactions in New Mexico. Doors open at 5:30 PM, presentation begins at 6:00 PM. Must be 21+ to attend.
National Museum of Nuclear Science and History
$12.00 - $12 per...
3/14/26
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Mar 14

Small Explorers Learning Together - Dino Motion!

Small Explorers Learning Together program is for families with children ages 1-5. March Program focuses on dinosaur motion, examining fossil footprints, and sorting dinosaurs by land, sea and air. Includes interactive story time, gallery exploration of 'Written in the Rocks: Fossil Tales of New Jersey', dig activity, reading of 'Bumpus Jumpus Dinosaurumpus!', and take-home dinosaur craft. Classes meet in Discovery Den play space and are 45 minutes long. Program runs October to June. Children over 5 not allowed, siblings under 12 months attend free. Tickets non-refundable but can be applied to other classes. Tickets expire June 18, 2026. NJ State Museum Foundation members receive 10% off.
New Jersey State Museum
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3/14/26
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Mar 15

Penguins+Pajamas Sleepovers - March 14, 2026

Overnight sleepover experience at the California Academy of Sciences for ages 4-17 with adults 18+. Includes exhibit exploration after hours, private planetarium show, overnight stay in exhibit area, rainforest access, milk and cookies, breakfast, secure parking, and next-day admission. Starts at 6 PM and continues until 8 AM the following morning.
California Academy of Sciences
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3/15/26
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Mar 15

The Great American Bison Road Trip

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
Free
3/15/26
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Mar 16

The Great American Bison Road Trip

Educational presentation about American bison at the Museum of Natural History
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
Free
3/16/26
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Mar 16

Cabinet of Curiosities: Botanical Edition Workshop with Roadside Blooms

Join Roadside Blooms at the Charleston Museum for an imaginative hands-on workshop where you'll create your own botanical keepsake. Inspired by the Charleston Museum's natural history collections, guests will be creating botanical art pieces.
The Charleston Museum
Free
3/16/26
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