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Programs & Events

The Cal Poly Humboldt Natural History Museum offers a number of rotating workshops hosted by local experts that focus on a variety of specific topics.

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Birthday Parties

Host your Birthday Party at the Natural History Museum! 

All birthday party programs include themed informational activities, crafts and games, time for cake and gifts, and included admission for guests to explore the museum after the program.

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Workshops

The NHM partners with other community organizations to offer specialized workshops for an in-depth experience on a variety of topics.

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Scientific Illustration

An appreciation of nature and art come together in this after hours museum experience.  Each Scientific Illustration Evening will feature different behind the scenes museum specimens and scientific illustrations pointers.  Reserve your spot now, space is limited. 

Scientific Illustration Workshop Registration and Details

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School Visits

Teachers -- Bring your students for a visit to the museum.

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Monthly Speaker Series

We strive to offer thought-provoking and informative evening lectures to the community at large with a wide variety of nature based topics from dinosaurs to dinoflagellates. Donations are appreciated.

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Play & Pack Adventure Backpacks

Explore Nature with the Natural History Museum of Cal Poly Humboldt!

Our Play & Pack Adventure Backpacks turn any outdoor outing into a fun, hands on learning experience for kids and families!

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Discovery Days

We offer a variety of Discovery Days with interactive hands-on activities for the whole family. Each one has a theme!

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Summer Youth Camps

Each summer the NHM offers Summer Science Youth Camps on a variety of topics.  All camps include hands-on exploration, inquiry, arts integration, activities, and games.