Join NHMU paleontologist Katherine Clayton to learn about the recently described, unique skin impressions of Gryposaurus, a dinosaur from Grand Staircase-Escalante...
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Explore the Rio Tinto Center's unique design, materials, green features and public art on a guided architecture tour, included with Museum admission..
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Scientist in the Spotlight
Creating a bridge between the public and local scientists in an informal atmosphere where visitors can ask questions and learn more about current research, this popular program highlights scientists from our own staff along with others from the community.
Held twice each month in one of our new Learning Labs be sure to drop-in, this program is free with regular admission.
First and third Friday of each month
From 2 - 4 p.m.
Included in Museum Admission
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January 4, 2013 - 2:00pm
From the wetlands to the deserts, Utah is teeming with incredible insects. Join NHMU entomologist Christy Bills to see a collection of pinned bugs native to Utah, see...
December 7, 2012 - 2:00pm
Woodrat remains found at archeological sites may be the key to understanding how our climate has changed over time.
Join zooarcheologist Gillian Edward to see...
November 16, 2012 - 2:00pm
Frog expert Paula Trater monitors populations of native Utah frogs along the Deer Creek and the Jordanelle Reservoir.
Join Paula to see the equipment she uses...
November 2, 2012 - 2:00pm
Triceratops seems to be everybody's favorite dinosaur, however, no one knows just how long they lived.
Join paleontologist Carrie Levitt to explore the...
October 19, 2012 - 2:00pm
Meteorologist Sarah Bang studies severe storms in Utah. Join Sarah to see how storm clouds form, how lightning works, and where hail comes from.
See an...