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Our Programs

Naturally intriguing programs for all ages!

Known for the scope and quality of the topics we cover, the Marion Natural History Museum offers interesting, thought-provoking, educational programming to children and adults alike.

At the Museum, via zoom and often recorded on ORC TV, our programs are both educational and entertaining—how can you not be fascinated by learning about sharks, endangered species like the North Atlantic Right Whale, gardening, rockets, robotics, the latest in marine technologies, and more? Our free and low-cost programs and exhibits inspire, educate, and nurture people of all ages. We welcome you to join us at one of our upcoming events.

 

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Tour the historic Bird Island lighthouse

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September 29 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Friday afternoon, September 29 Let’s learn a little about the history of the Bird Island Lighthouse. The historic structures and hear a ghost story involving the first lighthouse keeper and…

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Talking Terrapins

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November 1 @ 3:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Deb Ewing oversees a diamondback terrapin conservation area in Marion and has partnered with the New England Coastal Wildlife alliance to protect Diamondback Terrapins. She will be sharing information regarding…

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Fall forests with Jim Rassman

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

November 8th – AN INTRODUCTION TO Fall FORESTS with state forester Jim Rassman. We will learn about different types of local trees, how to tell how old a tree is,…

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Build a Bog

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

Let’s investigate how cranberry bogs were created from glacial times to now. We will be creating our own bog-in-a-cup to bring home.

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How watersheds work

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November 29 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

What is a watershed? We will be using the museum’s watershed table to experiment how a watershed reacts to certain conditions. We will be using our creativity and hands on…

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Whales in our waters

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

While investigating museum specimens we’ll learn a little about the whales that visit our coast each year. Some filter their food and some use their teeth for larger prey. Where…

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Annual Holiday Party!

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December 13 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

Let’s have fun at our annual holiday party. We’ll be making gifts from natural and recycled materials. As usual we will be spread out over several tables for a variety…

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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Woodland walk for Mushrooms

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October 21 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Marion Natural History Museum

The summer may not have been the best for visits to the beach, but ducks, frogs, and mushrooms were happy with the frequent rain! Join us for a mid-autumn hike…

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History of cranberry bogs

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November 15 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Marion Natural History Museum

USDA soil scientist Maggie Payne will guide us through what creates a cranberry bog. From their glacial creation through their geologic history up to the present.

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Design a butterfly!

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November 29 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Marion Natural History Museum

Artist Karen Alves-Cronin is offering an opportunity for the community to help design an item for our butterfly display. We have a collection from the 1800’s and will be giving…

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