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After School Programs

Our after school programs are run by the Museum's Executive Director, Elizabeth Leidhold, an environmental scientist and lifelong educator who has inspired hundreds of young people within our communities.

Our fun-filled science programs, taught by Elizabeth or local experts, are exceptionally regarded and always interesting, and seek to connect kids with the amazing natural world around them. Please register early, programs fill quickly!

“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be ignited.”

– Plutarch

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Our after school programs connect kids with the amazing natural world around them. Register Today!

Owl Diet Detective

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February 25 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Join us for an exciting exploration into the world of owls and their unique eating habits! Unlike other birds, owls swallow their prey whole because they lack teeth for chewing.…

Salt Works in Sippican Harbor

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March 4 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Come learn about Marion’s historic harvesting of salt – looking at maps of where salt production took place and learn about how it was produced, processed and used in Sippican…

Who is quacking in the woods?

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March 25 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Have you ever heard “quacking” from the woods in spring? Chances are its wood frogs chorusing and not ducks. Let’s take a close look at the small temporary pools in…

Wildlife in our young forests

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April 8 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Presenter Marianne Piché has been a Habitat Biologist with the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife since 2008. She brings habitat conservation resources to private landowners, land trusts, and municipalities.…

Native Plants and Pollinators

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April 15 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Our native bees and insects are an important resource for pollination – essential for the production of the fruits and vegetables that we eat. Wildflower and pollinator enthusiast, Maggie Payne…

Early risers

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May 6 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Different types of flowers, and the butterflies who rely on them, wake up at different times of the year. Let’s take a look at some of spring time’s earliest risers…

Rocket Science!

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May 20 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Prepare for an exhilarating experience with “ROCKET SCIENCE!” Led by rocketry enthusiast Mike Cronin, this program offers a hands-on introduction to the principles of propulsion and lift. What kind of…

Expedition to an island – FULL

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June 3 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Set off on a journey to Ram Island, a gem within Sippican Harbor known for its diverse and unique ecosystems. Thanks to the generosity of Michael and Hannah Moore, we…

If you experience any issues or want assistance registering for a program, please don't hesitate to contact our Executive Director for assistance.

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