Exploring & Preserving Maryland's Natural Treasures
This presentation invites participants to explore how nuclear energy fits into today’s evolving climate‑solution landscape as one of several technologies that may help meet rising global energy needs while reducing carbon emissions. The session begins with a clear, approachable overview of how nuclear energy works and how the technology has matured over the past several […]
Cost: $0-5
Animals Bird Watching Field Experiences Native Plants & Trees Open to the Public Tours Tours
Most visitors to Longwood Gardens come to admire its flowers. But today we’ll explore the wildlife that frequent the garden without regard for the delicacy of the blossoms they snack on. Over Longwood’s 1,100 acres, 15 species of amphibians and reptiles, 200 species of birds, and 10 types of mammals call the gardens home. On […]
Cost: $20-60
A large iron ring hangs from a wall, set in place many decades ago. And right below, there’s a big stone step. Look up to see a window encased in bars. Who was spying? Join geologist Kathleen Marasco to find the answer on this walk near the Inner Harbor. We will share the stories of […]
Cost: $15-20
In this beginner-friendly workshop, students will learn how to print tree rings of many sizes and species. Sue will demonstrate how to prepare the rings, including using a propane torch and wire brush to raise the wood grain for printing. NOTE: The tree rings will be prepared ahead of time for the class. We will not be […]
Cost: $40-55
In this beginner-friendly workshop, students will learn how to print tree rings of many sizes and species. Sue will demonstrate how to prepare the rings, including using a propane torch and wire brush to raise the wood grain for printing. NOTE: The tree rings will be prepared ahead of time for the class. We will not be […]
Cost: $40-55
More than half of Baltimore’s current forest has been around for nearly 100 years, and almost three‑quarters has persisted since 1953. Another 30% grew in naturally over time, while about 15% formed in places that used to be developed. These patterns have important implications for present day ecology and management. Historical context is often absent […]
Cost: $0-5
Along Maryland’s Eastern Shore, rising seas and saltwater are transforming coastal forests into striking landscapes known as ghost forests. At the boundary where marsh meets forest, these changes reveal the dynamic relationship between sea level rise, shifting habitats, and the resilience of coastal ecosystems. Our guide will be Dr. Keryn Gedan, Associate Professor of Biology […]
Cost: $30-50
Ever turn a rock over in the woods and find all sorts of mysterious creatures? Find out more about them and the rest of the “decomposers” that make plant and animal life on earth possible! We will: look through a microscope to see fungi and bacteria get a closer look at the creepy crawlies who […]
Cost: $0
This fall, we are teaming up with Common Tone to bring Story Makers to the Maryland Museum of Natural Sciences. Designed for children aged 1-5 and their caregivers, each session will include a family craft and music event that explores a story through songs, art, movement, and play. Children will create and take home a craft inspired […]
Cost: $0-120
Our Class Pet Is A Living Fossil is a photographic nonfiction book that follows Mr. Eric Jayne’s fifth‑grade “horseshoe crab scientists” as they raise and study one of Earth’s most extraordinary animals. This unique classroom project blends hands‑on science, stewardship, and storytelling, showing how students, their teacher, and scientist Stephanie Tuckfield work together to protect a […]
Cost: $0-5