Marion Natural History Museum
ROCKET SCIENCE! Ignite your imagination with rockets!
Marion Natural History Museum 8 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United StatesPrepare 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 blast to anticipate: Build and Launch Your Rocket: Each child receives a rocket kit with a motor for a personal building, decorating, and launching experience.…
Museum Annual Meeting – From submarine vents to life on other ocean worlds!
Marion Natural History Museum 8 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United StatesFrom Submarine Vents to Life on other Ocean Worlds? Chris German, WHOI Marion Natural History Museum May 16th, 2025 The first Alvin dives to submarine vents, together with the discovery that they hosted new species of animals never seen before on Earth, was hailed as one of the top scientific discoveries of the entire 20th…
Heading To The Harbor
Marion Natural History Museum 8 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United StatesJoin us for an adventure to Island Wharf for a boat trip (either a harbor tour or, if we’re lucky, possibly to one of the islands) with the Harbormaster’s office. The tentative date is May 21 – This program will depend on the weather conditions. Please bring your life jacket. Let us know if you…
Dragonfly and Damselfly in-house presentation
Marion Natural History Museum 8 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United StatesMore than 160 species of dragonflies and damselflies have been documented in Massachusetts. This presentation is an introduction to species found in the southeastern part of the state and will include information about life cycle, behavior, habitat preferences, and identification. In addition, tips for finding and photographing these fascinating creatures will also be discussed. This…
Expedition to Ram Island: ecology of an island
Marion Natural History Museum 8 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United StatesSet 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 have a special opportunity to explore this fascinating island. Important notes: Life Jacket Reminder: If you’re unable to provide a life jacket, let us know,…
Dragonfly and Damselfly Walk
Marion Natural History Museum 8 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United StatesPlymouth County Entomologist Blake Dinius will be guiding us on a search for dragonflies. Swooping, soaring and perching dragonflies including damselflies are some of the top tier predators of the insect world. Often referred to as "rainbows on the wing" dragonflies and damsel flies come in a variety of patterns, shapes and colors. We will…
Coastal Explorations – July session
Marion Natural History Museum 8 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United StatesCoastal Explorations with the Marion Natural History Museum The Marion Natural History Museum will be offering an opportunity to explore some of Marion’s unique natural areas. We will be exploring our rocky inter-tidal shorelines, salt marshes, estuaries as well as freshwater riverbanks, forest, swamps, ponds and bogs. Daily we will take trips to look for…
Coastal Explorations – August session
Marion Natural History Museum 8 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United StatesCoastal Explorations with the Marion Natural History Museum The Marion Natural History Museum will be offering an opportunity to explore some of Marion’s unique natural areas. We will be exploring our rocky inter-tidal shorelines, salt marshes, estuaries as well as freshwater riverbanks, forest, swamps, ponds and bogs. Daily we will take trips to look for…
Amazing Animal Ambassadors
Marion Natural History Museum 8 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United StatesAmazing Animal Ambassadors with Cape Cod captive wildlife care expert Bethany Jakubson Monday, August 4th at 2:00 pm. Cost is $10.00/family. Seeing wild animals up close can become a child’s treasured memory, open up a whole new world of wonder, and spark a lifelong love of animals. This is the mission of Amazing Animal Ambassadors.…