• Text: Closed. Follow our social media channels for things to do at home! Image: A dinosaur character in front of the museum's closed entrance.
    The museum may be closed, but that doesn't mean we have to stop learning and having fun! 
  • Text: Winterlude Virtual Celebration. February 5–20. Image: A winter scene of a child playing with a snowman.
    Nature-inspired activities to enjoy the pleasures of winter from the comfort of your own home. 
  • Text: Ignite! Presentations and Annual Public Meeting. February 3, 2021. Image: Colorful flames arising from a match strike.
    Join us for our annual Ignite! evening and enjoy online flash presentations from eight of the museum's research and collections experts! 

The museum is closed until further notice

The museum is closed until further notice because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more.

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Museum Closed

The museum is closed temporarily because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more.

A winter scene of a child playing with a snowman.

Winterlude Virtual Celebration

February 5–20

Enjoy the pleasures of winter from the comfort of your own home with these nature-inspired activities.

Colourful flames arising from a match strike.

Join Us for Ignite!

February 3: Free

"Enlighten us, but make it quick!" This year, this fun, fast-paced evening will be held online. Attend flash presentations by museum experts and ask them your questions!

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Explore Nature

#NatureAtHome

Discover a wide variety of fun and interesting things that you can do to enjoy nature at home—or anywhere.

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Snowflake Extravaganza

Let It Snow!

Create your own unique digital and paper snowflakes and invite the beauty of winter into your home… without the cold!

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Virtual School Workshops

New!

Connect your classroom online with museum educators! Explore natural history in a fun and interactive way that is also linked to your curriculum.

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