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Global Weekends

A family-friendly series of day-long programs about from contemporary cultures from around the world. 

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SciCafe

Informal evenings of cocktails and conversation about cutting-edge science topics with experts from the field.

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Walks and Tours

Nature Walks

Observe the vibrant migration of birds in Central Park and other nature walks hosted by the Museum.

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Programs and Events

Milstein Science Series

This weekend afternoon series give visitors a chance to interact with scientists, discover amazing creatures, and celebrate science under the iconic blue whale.

Museum Lectures

Debates, lectures, Programs and Events

Museum Lectures

Fascinating lectures and debates on scientific and cultural topics that range from the fossil-hunting to climate change.

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Programs and Events, Special Tours

Sign Language Tours

Experience informative and entertaining presentations of Museum exhibitions for both deaf and hearing audiences with simultaneous signed and spoken tours.

Resources

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The Fate of a Frozen Land

Earth's ice sheets are rapidly losing volume as humans have warmed the Arctic by over 2 degrees Celsius in the past 50 years. Could Greenland really unfreeze? And what might happen if it does?

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A Mountain Theory on the Rise

Mount St. Elias, the third-highest peak in North America, is among the fastest growing ranges in the world, rising 3 to 4 millimeters a year. Find out what this natural laboratory is helping scientists learn about mountain building.

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