Tuesday, October 20, 2026
The Family Party is a spectacular evening that features entertaining and hands-on educational activities for children of all ages. It’s a unique opportunity for the whole family to get together and explore the wonders of the Museum after hours. You will meet scientists and educators and learn more about some of the most exciting artifacts and specimens in our collections. Live animals will also make appearances!
For more information, please call 212-496-3457 or email [email protected].
Thursday, December 3, 2026
The Museum Gala invites us all to celebrate and support the Museum’s continuing efforts to expand the boundaries of human knowledge and foster science literacy in learners of all ages. On this special evening, we welcome guests to enjoy the Museum’s legendary halls in all their splendor—with good friends, an exquisite dinner, and highly anticipated musical entertainment.
For further details, please contact 212-496-3495, email [email protected].
The Spring Lunch occurs annually and was last held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
The Spring Lunch is an annual celebration of the Museum’s leadership in environmental research, conservation, and education. We invite you to join us in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life as a panel of esteemed experts—from the Museum and elsewhere—share their unique insights on a topic of great consequence for the natural world. Discussions in recent years have focused on ocean science, climate change, and the Arctic.
For more information, please contact [email protected]
The Catalyst Dinner occurs annually and was last held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
The Catalyst Dinner honors leaders who excel in their industries and demonstrate a clear commitment to the Museum’s enduring mission to inspire wonder and fuel discovery with the Force of Nature Award. In 2026, we were thrilled to present the award to Shaiza Rizavi, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Gilder, Gagnon, Howe & Co. and a Museum Honorary Trustee.
For more information, please contact [email protected]