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The National Museum of Natural History remains temporarily closed. We appreciate your understanding.
Make us a part of your family fun! During our programs, families learn together about nature, science, culture and museum collections in interactive, playful, and creative ways. We offer programs in English and Spanish, once a month, free of charge.
On this page, you will find information about our English family programs. Please visit this space regularly to find out about our latest programming. To learn more about our family programs in Spanish, visit: Programas en español para familias
Para aprender más sobre nuestros programas familiares en español, visiten: Programas en español para familias
Video Programs
Natural History at Home
The exploration of natural history doesn't have to just happen at the museum — it can happen in your home too! Join museum educators as they walk your family through science skill-building activities, read science and nature books, and introduce ways to explore the natural world and collections. All times are Eastern Time.
Upcoming Programs
Saturday, March 13, 2021, 11 – 11:45 a.m. ET:
Natural History at Home – "Amazing Brains!"
During this program, we will be joined by special guests — brain scientist Elaine Miller and visual designer & illustrator Marli Richmond — for a reading of their book, “Amazing Brains!” Together we’ll explore the different shapes and sizes of animal brains and why they’re so different. After the book reading, Marli will lead us through a draw-along of different animal brains.
How to Join: The program will be presented on Zoom video. Click this link to join: https://zoom.us/j/95141495836
Registration/Signup: Registration is optional; you do not need to register to participate. However, by registering you help us learn about who is attending our programs while the museum is closed, so we can better serve our audiences. Register
Please make sure to have the following materials:
- Piece of white paper
- Pencil
- Crayons or other coloring materials (optional)
Closed captioning will be available for this program.
Recorded Video Programs
Monthly Family Program Series
The World & Me
Story time with a science twist! Every second Saturday of the month, families discover the natural and cultural world and their place in it. Museum educators will lead a program that combines a book reading, create-and-take activities, and a chance to look more closely at the museum’s collections. These programs are designed for families with children ages 3 to 8. Advanced registration is recommended to reserve your spot in this program, which allows your family to use our express entry line to avoid lengthy waits to enter the building. The reservation fee is $2 per person. Children ages 2 and under are free.
What happens during a "World & Me" program?
10:30 – 11:00 a.m. – Free exploration of hands-on stations
11:00 – 11:30 a.m. – Book reading
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon – Craft activity
Upcoming Programs
No programs are scheduled at this time.
Family Days
Discover the natural and cultural world and your place in it during Family Days at NMNH, happening throughout the year. Visitors of all ages get the chance to connect to natural history topics through interactive activities, crafts, demonstrations and conversations with scientists.
No programs are scheduled at this time.
Workshops
Explore natural science and culture by sharing ideas, learning skills, and creating together.
No workshops are scheduled at this time.
Special Programs
No programs are scheduled at this time.
