Discovery Days

The Cal Poly Humboldt Natural history museum offers a variety of discovery days with interactive hands-on activities for the whole family. Each one has a theme! These include Rocks and Minerals, Anthropology, Zoology, and Astronomy.

The physical NHM is currently closed to the public due to COVID-19, but the NHM Online is active. 

For Online Activities and Current Events During the Pandemic: Visit the online exhibits section of our website and our Upcoming Events listings.

For Updates: Check our News & Announcements for the most current and visit our Facebook page or email us at natmus@humboldt.edu. 

 

Geoscience Discovery Night: Safe and Sound on Shaky Ground

In partnership with GEOL 465 and Professor Amanda Admire, Fall 2018

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Cool and Creepy Discovery Day 

Fall 2016

 

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Touch table with furs, skeletons and insects
Volunteers in costume pose in front of glowing rock booth
Volunteer rock in costume poses in front of glowing rock booth
Child reaches into "Box for the Brave"
Volunteer strikes a Look Closer, Make Connections Pose
Child show the slime they just made
Volunteer in costume stamping participation passports

Upcoming Events

** No events scheduled at this time.