The Weirdest Thing: A Science Gameshow and Dance Party

Dozens of partygoers mingle on the ground floor of building with curved archways in the American Museum of Natural History.

Daniel Kim/© AMNH

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | Sold Out

7-10 pm

Ready for an object lesson in object lessons?

Join Radiolab host Latif Nasser for a game that reveals the extraordinary true stories behind objects in the Museum’s collections. Whether you’re a studious scholar or a citizen scientist, they’ll be sure to perplex and amaze. Come curious, have a laugh, leave with wonder—and maybe even a prize.

After the gameshow, head to the Gilder Center dressed as your favorite climate solution to keep the energy going with a Climate Solutions Dance Party hosted by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, marine biologist and co-founder of Urban Ocean Lab. With tracks by DJ Mamoudou, this party will feature climate-inspired tunes to get you moving. Between sets, stop by the bar and chat with local organizations about ways to take climate action.

This event is your opportunity to explore Museum collections with scientists, shake off climate anxiety, build community, and discover how you can protect our planet from your own backyard.

A portion of this program is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.