|
|
Hi-Desert Nature Museum
Movie Schedule
Every Day
Showing three movies on various subjects, each day from Tuesday through Sunday.
See the full schedule (pdf)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Brown Bag Luncheon Series:
"The Secretive Lives of Scorpions"
William Hayes, Loma Linda University
Thursday, June 25, starting at noon
Free admission. Iced tea will be served
Loathed by many and loved by a few, scorpions are best known for their capacity to deliver a very painful, and sometimes deadly, sting. Southern California hosts a number of scorpion species that are highly adapted to survive in a hostile desert environment. Among the many adaptations that contribute to their success, recent studies suggest that they are capable of making some pretty impressive decisions.
This lecture is in conjunction with the museum's "Scorpions!" exhibit on display through August 12th.
|
 |
|
|
Brown Bag Luncheon Series:
"Geology of Joshua Tree National Park"
D.D. Trent, Professor Emeritus, Department of Geology, Citrus College
Thursday, July 9, starting at noon
Free admission. Iced tea will be served
This lecture explores the geology and evolution of the Joshua Tree National Park landscape. D.D. Trent will talk about plate tectonics, regional geology and seismic activity that continues to shape this remarkable desert setting.
See complete "Brown Bag Luncheon" program for June-August
|
 |
 |
|
Art & Science Tuesdays
Every Tuesday, June 30th through August 11th
10:00 a.m. to Noon
$5 per student per class
Art and Science Tuesdays provide unique opportunities for kids to explore the subjects of science and art through hands-on activities led by experienced staff.
Class size is limited to 12 children.
Please call the museum at 369-7212 to register.
See the full Art & Science schedule here.
|
|
|
|
Hands-on History: American Revolution
Join us in celebrating the 4th of July holiday as we teach you about the American Revolutionary War and our Founding Fathers. Kids of all ages will enjoy play acting, singing, and craft making while learning about early American history.
Friday, July 10, 10:00 a.m. - noon
This program is free.
|
 |
|
|
|
|
 |
|
Natural History Education
The Hi-Desert Nature Museum offers a variety of natural history programs related to the High Desert’s unique natural elements. Field trips are available and free of charge for students in grades K-4. Home schoolers, scout troops and others are welcome. Class size is restricted to twenty students. Please call the museum at (760) 369-7212 for reservations.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Upcoming Programs and Events
Friday, June 12: Opening Reception for the "Scorpions!" exhibit, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 13: Children's Story Time with Vikki, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30: Art & Science Tuesdays Begins; every Tuesday through August 11
Friday, July 10: Hands-on History
Saturday, September 19: Starry Nights Festival and Space-themed Family Fun Day
Friday and Saturday, October 9-10: Morongo Basin Historical Symposium
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, October 16-18: Willie Boy Pow Wow in Joshua Tree
June through August, Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series, 2nd & 4th Thursdays, starting at noon
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
