Family Programs | Homeschool Adventures

Homeschool Adventures are programs held at the Museum of Natural History for local homeschool families. Programs run the first Monday of each month (October through June), from 10:00am to 12:30pm and are organized around a different theme or topic. Special scavenger hunts, crafts and activity tables are available throughout the duration of the program to engage families. In addition, scheduled tours, planetarium shows and workshops are offered. No one under 4 permitted in the workshops, vaults or planetarium. Museum is closed to the public on homeschool days.

April 1, 2013: Earth Day
What have you done for the Earth today? Discover the many ways we can become stewards of our planet, and preserve its beauty for many years to come!

Earth Day Family Workshop:
Offered at 10:30am and 11:30am
No children under 4 permitted in the workshop program.

Plus: Scavenger Hunts, Crafts and Investigation
Stations available 10:00am - 12:30pm.

May 6, 2013: Fantastic Fossils
Explore the world of fossils. From plants, to animals, insects and raindrops, fossils are keys to unlocking the mysteries of the past.

Fantastic Fossils Family Workshop:
Offered at 10:30am and 11:30am
No children under 4 permitted in the workshop program.

Plus: Scavenger Hunts, Crafts and Investigation
Stations available 10:00am - 12:30pm.

June 3, 2013: It's Plant-tastic!
We live on a world teeming with life. Join us as we explore the importance of our planet's plants and trees.

It's Plant-tastic! Nature Walk:
Offered at 10:30am and 11:30am
No children under 4 permitted on the Nature Walk. (In case of inclement weather, a Workshop will replace the Nature Walk.)

Plus: Scavenger Hunts, Crafts and Investigation
Stations available 10:00am - 12:30pm.

Registration:
Click here for the homeschool day registration form.
Advance registration is recommended for each session. Space is limited, so register early.

Program Fee per Session:
$10 per family (up to 4 people) if pre-registered and pre-paid.
$15 per family (up to 4 people) if you register the day of the event.
Please note: Family cost covers up to 4 people ONLY. Additional attendees will be charged $2/per person)