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April 25, 2013
DAZZLING NEW EXHIBIT ROCKS THE NORTH MUSEUM JUNE 1
The North Museum of Natural History & Science, a gem of Lancaster County for the past 60 years, invites families to celebrate its "diamond" anniversary with a dazzling new geology exhibit presented by, Warren Jewellers...Read More
March 15, 2013
NEARLY 400 STUDENTS TO COMPETE IN NORTH MUSEUM SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR
On Wednesday, March 27th, 379 middle and senior high school students from 21 schools throughout Lancaster County will participate in the North Museum Science & Engineering Fair (NMSEF) held at the Franklin & Marshall College Alumni Sports & Fitness Center...Read More
March 5, 2013
NORTH MUSEUM OFFERS NEW PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
The North Museum welcomes families of children with autism during the first Tuesday of the month with Sensory Friendly Hours. The Museum will provide a unique experience...Read more
January 14, 2013
THE NORTH MUSEUM: SPARKING CURIOSITY. 60 YEARS AND COUNTING
This year, the North Museum of Natural History & Science marks 60 years of sparking curiosity and inspiring a lifelong love of science in the Lancaster community...Read more
September 14, 2012
NEW PLANETARIUM SHOW HOPES TO DEBUNK 2012 DOOMSDAY MYTHS
There has been a great deal of publicity surrounding December 21, 2012, the date the ancient Mayan civilization predicted the end of the world. A new full-dome planetarium show opening October 6…Read more
July 23, 2012
EXPERIENCE THE NORTH MUSEUM THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST
The community is invite to meet local scientists and participate in the North Museum's "Science Every 2nd" programs. Sponsored by the Dart Foundation in memory of Brian Hess, the programs provide…Read more
July 2, 2012
NORTH MUSEUM JOURNEYS TO MARS: NORTH MUSEUM TO HOST INTERPLANETARY SLEEPOVER
Calling all Mars Enthusiasts! The North Museum of Natural History and Science will host one of the summer’s most unique events, OverNight at the Museum: Touchdown Mars!...Read more
June 28, 2012
THE NORTH MUSEUM: 60 YEARS OF THE CURIOUS, STRANGE, & FASCINATING
Get ready to discover never-before-seen artifacts and rediscover some favorites when the North Museum of Natural History and Science opens an all new exhibit, Curious Stuff: Discovering the Collections of the North Museum…Read more
June 14, 2012
SWARM OF MONSTER BUGS TO LEAVE NORTH MUSEUM
A stag beetle the size of a third grader! A butterfly with a five-foot wingspan! No, these monster bugs aren’t from the latest blockbuster movie; they can be seen at…Read more
June 1, 2012
NORTH MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AND SCIENCE TO HOST BECOMING A MARTIAN SCIENTIST DAYCAMP ON JUNE 18-22
Is your child a future astronaut or Martian Scientist? Join Mission Control Commander, Cosmic Mike™ for a weeklong camp revolving around the Red Planet and Curiosity, the most advanced rover…Read more
May 17, 2012
NORTH MUSEUM TO MARK MARS MISSION WITH SERIES OF PROGRAMS
The North Museum of Natural History & Science will host a series of “Mars Madness” programs this summer to celebrate the historic Mars Science Laboratory mission that will land its rover, “Curiosity,” on Mars in August...Read more
May 11, 2012
NORTH MUSEUM AND WJTL-FM TO OFFER RARE VENUS TRANSIT WATCH ON JUNE 5
The North Museum of Natural History & Science and WJTL-FM 90.3 will team up to give the public an opportunity to watch the transit, or movement, of Venus across the…Read more
May 10, 2012
CHECK PRESENTED TO LANCASTER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL IN HONOR OF NORTH MUSEUM EXCELLENCE IN SCIENCE EDUCATION AWARD WINNER
At a check presentation ceremony today, the North Museum of Natural History & Science donated $1,000 to Lancaster Catholic High School in honor of Mrs. Vasantha Kittappa, the 2012 recipient…Read more
May 3, 2012
COMMISSIONER MARTIN TO EAT BUGS AT NORTH MUSEUM TOMORROW
Lancaster County Commissioner Scott Martin will take on his high school cafeteria monitor in a bug-eating challenge at the North Museum of Natural History & Science’s First Friday celebration on May 4 at 5:30 p.m...Read more
April 11, 2012
NORTH MUSEUM SETS “MUSIC IN THE MUSEUM” PERFORMANCES
The North Museum of Natural History & Science, in collaboration with the Lancaster Conservatory of Music, will host a series of “Music in the Museum” performances this spring…Read more
March 7, 2012
WICKED BUGS WEEKEND COMES TO NORTH MUSEUM MARCH 17–18
The insect invasion at the North Museum of Natural History & Science takes a turn toward the dark side for Wicked Bugs Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, March 17–18…Read more
February 20, 2012
AUTHOR OF BESTSELLING NATURE BOOKS TO SPEAK IN LANCASTER
The North Museum of Natural History & Science will welcome author Amy Stewart to Lancaster to deliver the Museum’s Third Annual Eiserer-Hickey Lecture. Stewart will speak on “Wicked Nature” on…Read more
February 1, 2012
NORTH MUSEUM WILL BE “BUZZING” FEBRUARY 18
While at the North Museum, visitors can experience the latest insect exhibits to invade the Museum. Bugs…Outside the Box features enormous and scientifically accurate insect sculptures by Italian artist Lorenzo Possenti…Read more
January 12, 2012
NORTH MUSEUM TO BE INVADED BY LARGER-THAN-LIFE BUGS
The North Museum of Natural History & Science will soon be invaded by a stag beetle the size of a third grader, a butterfly with a five-foot wingspan, and dozens of bugs…Read more
January 4, 2012
IT’S LUCKY NUMBER 13 FOR THE NORTH MUSEUM’S ANNUAL CHOCOLATE MOOSE DAZE JANUARY 28 & 29
More chocolate, more moose, more fun! The North Museum of Natural History & Science invites the community to celebrate thirteen years of sweet treats, moose mayhem, and family fun at…Read more
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