NORWICH, Vt. – This (not so scary) event is designed especially for families with children through age 12. Enjoy a night at the Montshire, in costume, with tricked-out exhibits, live Halloween-themed demos, hands-on spooky stations, and so much more. Come … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – Fungi are neither animals nor plants; however, fungi have characteristics of both living creatures. If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about the study of fungi, or mycology, then this workshop is for you! Jessica Whitaker, President … Continued
Come enjoy bird fun with Mel Fell by Corey R. Tabor and Peck, Peck, Peck by Lucy Cousins. Then we will make our own binoculars and look for birds around the museum.
Read & Explore! Every Tuesday a museum educator will lead a group of early learners and their caregivers first on a reading adventure, and then an activity related to the story. Activities involve arts and crafts as we explore science … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – There are three 20-minute sessions on each StarLab Sunday at 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 12 p.m. Visit the Montshire's inflatable planetarium to learn about planets, stars, constellations, and our night sky. Tickets are available at the … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – The Montshire Sensory Friendly Hour is a time for families to enjoy a less-crowded visit, and may be appealing to individuals who have sensory processing differences. Admission is free. There will be reduced lights and sounds from … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – The Fiddlehead Fling Gala is a fundraising event to help move forward the Montshire’s mission of forging and empowering a community of lifelong learners through science. Tickets include delicious hors d’oeuvres, desserts, two drink tickets, plus a … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – Join us for two days of solar eclipse celebrations. Learn about the total solar eclipse with hands-on activities and StarLab sessions throughout the day on Sunday and Monday, then view the eclipse with Montshire educators on Monday, … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – Join the Montshire Museum of Science for astronomical arts and crafts, hands-on space demos, and lightning talks featuring Dartmouth physicists. Meet astronomers face to face. Cowasuck Band of the Pennacook-Abenaki People, who will share stellar stories, followed … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – This fall, spend Saturdays for climate action. High schoolers are invited to collaborate with motivated peers and take action locally, meaningfully, and with people who are experts in their fields. This program is led by Michael Loots, our … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – Join insect experts and Montshire educators for a day of community-collected science. This summer, the Museum is a site for the Pollinator Interactions on Plants project, a research endeavor led by Dr. Desirée Narango of the Vermont … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – The Montshire Museum of Science is excited to present Under the Arctic: Digging into Permafrost, a special exhibition anchoring the Montshire’s focus on climate education and environmental sustainability. In Under the Arctic: Digging into Permafrost, visitors will … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. - Join us for an evening of celebration, community, and philanthropy to help move forward the Montshire’s mission of forging and empowering lifelong learners. Hearty hors d’oeuvres, two complimentary drinks, delicious dessert, a live auction, silent art auction, … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – Gather with us for an Earth Day celebration at the Montshire Museum of Science on April 22, from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. We'll be digging into increasing biodiversity, tackling hands-on repair projects, and enjoying some mindful … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – Astronomy Day is happening with a twist for 2023! Join us for opportunities to meet working astronomers, and participate in hands-on astronomy activities and demonstrations. The twist? The Montshire exhibit halls will be staying open late with … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – On Friday, Oct. 28 from 5:30–8 p.m., the Montshire Museum of Science will host a "Spooky Science" evening, featuring “tricked out” exhibits and live Halloween-themed demonstrations designed especially for families with children through age 12. The event … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – Design, build, and test your own underwater propulsion system in this new engineering design challenge. With guidance by a museum educator, visitors will play with water, balloons, and customized 3D-printed parts to build an underwater rocket and … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – On Saturday, July 23, the Montshire Museum of Science will host Summer Science Day from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. There will be a book signing with Jane Lindholm, Engineering at the Science Discovery Lab, food, free … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – Experience the wonder of color in science at the Montshire Museum on Saturday, March 12 from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Add some color to the end of winter with a full day of rainbow-inspired science, while … Continued
NORWICH, Vt. – Explore and enjoy the season with winter-related science and one of the museum’s longest-running traditions—Igloo Build on Saturday, Feb. 12 from 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Dubbed the #1 Way to Winter Fun by Yankee Magazine and … Continued
