Search

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
View looking down at the Rotunda floor, where a crowd has gathered around 15 Māori dancers performing next to the elephant.

Events

Join us at the Museum for tours, demonstrations, lectures, and more.

Play Date at NMNH: Dive into the Deep Sea

Play Date at NMNH: Dive into the Deep Sea

1st Floor, Explorer Theater in the Sant Ocean Hall

Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 10:30am – 12pm EDT
Play Date at NMNH: Little Beasts

Play Date at NMNH: Little Beasts

Q?rius, The Coralyn W. Whitney Science Education Center (Ground Floor)

Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 10:30am – 12pm EDT
Play Date at NMNH: Volcanic Explorations

Play Date at NMNH: Volcanic Explorations

Q?rius, The Coralyn W. Whitney Science Education Center (Ground Floor)

Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 10:30am – 12pm EDT
Play Date at NMNH: Investigating Insects

Play Date at NMNH: Investigating Insects

Q?rius, The Coralyn W. Whitney Science Education Center (Ground Floor)

Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 10:30am – 12pm EDT
A Twist on Ancient Technology: Fiber, String, and More

A Twist on Ancient Technology: Fiber, String, and More

Online; Internet connection required

Thursday, September 18, 2025, 11:30am – 12:30pm EDT
Play Date at NMNH: Colorful Corals

Play Date at NMNH: Colorful Corals

1st Floor, Explorer Theater in Sant Ocean Hall

Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 10:30am – 12pm EDT
Play Date at NMNH: Mighty Megalodon!

Play Date at NMNH: Mighty Megalodon!

1st Floor, Explorer Theater in the Sant Ocean Hall

Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 10:30am – 12pm EDT