Monday
Fossil Foundations - 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
How does a fossil form? What is a body fossil and what is a trace fossil? Does everything become a fossil? Unearth the mystery of fossils by exploring with Museum specimens and objects!
Science of Skeletons – 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Take a closer look at bones and explore the science of skeletons. Learn about how dinosaur bones are fossilized and examine a real dinosaur fossil.
Snack Time With...Nova Scotia Wildlife – 2:00 pm
You'll find some of Nova Scotia's rich biodiversity living at the Museum. Learn what animals eat and how it connects them to their surroundings. Join us as we feed and care for a variety of native animals.
Gus Walk – 3:00 pm
At 101, Gus, the oldest known gopher tortoise, has been at the Museum for over 80 years. Why not join Gus for a snack and a stroll?
Tuesday
Wee Wild Ones – 10:00 am – 11:00am
April 2nd – May 28th
Join us on Tuesday for Wee Wild Ones, a program where kids under 5 and their caregivers can explore the wonders of nature.
This program is not designed for daycares, schools, or other groups.
- April 2 – Birds
- April 9 – Salamanders
- April 16 – Squirrels
- April 23 – Frog and Toad
- April 30 - Bones
Life in the Lab – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (drop in)
Visit the Nature Lab and get to know some of the critters that call the Lab home and chat with a Naturalist.
Drawn to Dinosaurs – 1:30 – 3:00 pm (drop in)
Spend some time sketching in Dinosaur Exploration and see dinosaurs in a whole new way. Clipboards, paper, and pencils are available for use.
Snack Time With...Nova Scotia Wildlife - 2:00 pm
You'll find some of Nova Scotia's rich biodiversity living at the Museum. Learn what animals eat and how it connects them to their surroundings. Join us as we feed and care for a variety of native animals.
Gus Walk – 3:00 pm
At 101, Gus, the oldest known gopher tortoise, has been at the Museum for over 80 years. Why not join Gus for a snack and a stroll?
Wednesday
Life in the Lab – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (drop in)
Visit the Nature Lab and get to know some of the critters that call the Lab home and chat with a Naturalist.
Drawn to Dinosaurs – 1:30 – 3:00 pm (drop in)
Spend some time sketching in Dinosaur Exploration and see dinosaurs in a whole new way. Clipboards, paper and pencils are available for use.
Snack Time With...Nova Scotia Wildlife - 2:00 pm
You'll find some of Nova Scotia's rich biodiversity living at the Museum. Learn what animals eat and how it connects them to their surroundings. Join us as we feed and care for a variety of native animals.
Gus Walk – 3:00 pm
At 101, Gus, the oldest known gopher tortoise, has been at the Museum for over 80 years. Why not join Gus for a snack and a stroll?
Programs are subject to change
Thursday
Life in the Lab – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (drop in)
Visit the Nature Lab and get to know some of the critters that call the Lab home and chat with a Naturalist.
Dinosaur Legacy - 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Although dinosaurs have not walked the earth in a very long time, we can see their legacy in the animals that exist today. Discover the link between dinosaurs and birds. Learn about their evolution and their link to other prehistoric reptiles.
Drawn to Dinosaurs – 1:30 – 3:00 pm (drop in)
Spend some time sketching in Dinosaur Exploration and see dinosaurs in a whole new way. Clipboards, paper and pencils are available for use.
Snack Time With...Nova Scotia Wildlife - 2:00 pm
You'll find some of Nova Scotia's rich biodiversity living at the Museum. Learn what animals eat and how it connects them to their surroundings. Join us as we feed and care for a variety of native animals.
Gus Walk – 3:00 pm
At 101, Gus, the oldest known gopher tortoise, has been at the Museum for over 80 years. Why not join Gus for a snack and a stroll?
Science of Skeletons - 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Take a closer look at bones and explore the science of skeletons. Learn about how dinosaur bones are fossilized and examine a real dinosaur fossil.
Dinosaur Legacy - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (drop in)
Although dinosaurs have not walked the earth in a very long time, we can see their legacy in the animals that exist today. Discover the link between dinosaurs and birds. Learn about their evolution, and their link to other prehistoric reptiles.
Programs are subject to change.
Friday
Life in the Lab – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (drop in)
Visit the Nature Lab and get to know some of the critters that call the Lab home and chat with a Naturalist.
Snack Time With...Nova Scotia Wildlife - 2:00 pm
You'll find some of Nova Scotia's rich biodiversity living at the Museum. Learn what animals eat and how it connects them to their surroundings. Join us as we feed and care for a variety of native animals.
Dinosaur Legacy - 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm (drop in)
Although dinosaurs have not walked the earth in a very long time, we can see their legacy in the animals that exist today. Discover the link between dinosaurs and birds. Learn about their evolution, and their link to other prehistoric reptiles.
Gus Walk – 3:00 pm
At 101, Gus, the oldest known gopher tortoise, has been at the Museum for over 80 years. Why not join Gus for a snack and a stroll?
Saturday
Fossil Foundations - 9:30 am – 11:30 am (drop in)
How does a fossil form? What is a body fossil and what is a trace fossil? Does everything become a fossil? Unearth the mystery of fossils by exploring with Museum specimens and objects!
Dinosaur Legacy - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (drop in)
Although dinosaurs have not walked the earth in a very long time, we can see their legacy in the animals that exist today. Discover the link between dinosaurs and birds. Learn about their evolution, and their link to other prehistoric reptiles.
Snack Time With...Nova Scotia Wildlife - 10:00 am
You'll find some of Nova Scotia's rich biodiversity living at the Museum. Learn what animals eat and how it connects them to their surroundings. Join us as we feed and care for a variety of native animals.
Life in the Lab – 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm (drop in)
Visit the Nature Lab and get to know some of the critters that call the Lab home and chat with a Naturalist.
Dinosaur Legacy - 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm (drop in)
Although dinosaurs have not walked the earth in a very long time, we can see their legacy in the animals that exist today. Discover the link between dinosaurs and birds. Learn about their evolution, and their link to other prehistoric reptiles.
Sunday
Science of Skeletons - 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Take a closer look at bones and explore the science of skeletons. Learn about how dinosaur bones are fossilized and examine a real dinosaur fossil.
Dinosaur Legacy - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (drop in)
Although dinosaurs have not walked the earth in a very long time, we can see their legacy in the animals that exist today. Discover the link between dinosaurs and birds. Learn about their evolution, and their link to other prehistoric reptiles.
Snack Time With...Nova Scotia Wildlife - 10:00 am
You'll find some of Nova Scotia's rich biodiversity living at the Museum. Learn what animals eat and how it connects them to their surroundings. Join us as we feed and care for a variety of native animals.
Life in the Lab – 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm (drop in)
Visit the Nature Lab and get to know some of the critters that call the Lab home and chat with a Naturalist.
Dinosaur Legacy - 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm (drop in)
Although dinosaurs have not walked the earth in a very long time, we can see their legacy in the animals that exist today. Discover the link between dinosaurs and birds. Learn about their evolution, and their link to other prehistoric reptiles.