Ocean Encounters
Dive into a prehistoric undersea adventure with our brand new, live performance starring life-size sea creature puppets. Join us as our amazing puppeteers and paleontologists bring these extinct animals to life.
weekly
Friday, 10:30 am and 11:30 am Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 am and 12:30 pm
T. REX 3D Film
In the Commons Theater, see T. REX 3D which animates the life of T. Rex, including NHM’s own Thomas the T. Rex, in this all-new, family-friendly film. Narrated by Sam Neill of Jurassic Park fame, T. REX 3D offers a thrilling, immersive experience.
Daily showtimes vary. See ticket checkout to view available times.
Meet a Live Animal
Get up close and personal with the Museum's resident animals! Hear amazing stories about critters that are often misunderstood or overlooked.
daily
Unearthed: Raw Beauty
Experience our newest exhibition showcasing some of the rarest and most spectacular mineral specimens ever discovered. Unearthed reveals the beauty of minerals and crystals in their natural state, with some on view for the very first time.
through 04/18/27
Oceans 3D: Our Blue Planet
Scanning Electron Microscope Demonstration
Join an NHM scientist at the Scanning Electron Microscope Lab to learn how we use this important tool in discoveries about our natural world. Get an overview of this specialized equipment’s capabilities, see specimens in amazing detail, and have a chanc
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Cats Storytime
Join Museum Educators for an interactive storytime in the Fierce! The Story of Cats exhbit! Designed for caregivers and children (ages 0–5).
Special Event
Saturday and Sunday December 20 and 21 January 17 and 18 February 14 and 15
