• Text: Brain: The Inside Story. What makes you so smart? May 18 – September 3, 2018. Image: A graphical representation of a brain.
    Explore the complexity of this remarkable organ! 
  • Text: Courage and Passion: Canadian Women in Natural Sciences. July 28, 2018 – March 31, 2019. Image: Palaeobiologists Natalia Rybczynski and Mary Dawson screening the fossilized bones of Puijila darwini (collection number: NUFV405) in the field on Devon Island, Nunavut.
    Celebrating women who broke barriers to pursue their passion for science. 
  • Nature Nocturne logo.
    Stimulate your curiosity, move your body at Nature Nocturne – Ottawa's coolest night out! 
Brain: The Inside Story.

Brain: The Inside Story

Until September 3

Explore the complexity of this remarkable organ through imaginative art, vivid brain-scan imaging and dynamic interactive exhibits for all ages.

Text: Courage and passion

Courage and Passion: Canadian Women in Natural Sciences

July 28, 2018 – March 31, 2019

Celebrating women who broke barriers to pursue their passion for science.

An image from the movie.

3D Movie: Backyard Wilderness

Discover a World Beyond Wi-Fi!

Beautiful cinematography reveals stunning and intimate wonders of nature that exist right under our nose.

Detail of Yellow Lady's-Slipper (Cypripedium parviflorum), by Ann Love. Watercolour and gouache.

Art of the Plant

Until October 14

Discover botanical art in the theme of native plants from across Canada.

Four women painting.

Drawing Workshops for Adults

An Artist's Nature Journal

August 29: Learn drawing basics using practical exercises to increase observational and sketching skills.

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Nature Nocturne: Bursting with Pride

Friday, August 24

Stimulate your curiosity, move your body at Nature Nocturne – Ottawa's coolest night out!

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