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• Sunday, October 13, 2024

• Monday, October 14, 2024

  • Indigenous Peoples’ Day
    

    10/14, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT

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  • Pop-Up PlayDate: Indigenous Peoples' Day - Huehuecoyotl Demonstration
    

    10/14, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM CDT

    Join us for this special Playdate in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day.

    Part of the series: PlayLab PlayDates

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    • Families
    • Cultural Heritage
    • Crown Family PlayLab

• Tuesday, October 15, 2024

  • SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    10/15, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT
    

    Online

    Learn about this famous fossil’s history, complete with trivia and an interactive 3D model.

    Part of the series: SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

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    • Educators
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs

• Wednesday, October 16, 2024

  • Illinois Free Wednesday
    

    10/16, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CDT

    Beat the mid-week blues and come visit SUE— the Field is free on Wednesdays for Illinois Residents!

    Part of the series: Illinois Free Wednesdays

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  • Demo Drive a Rivian
    

    10/16, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT

    Join us to learn more about sustainable energy, test drive a Rivian EV, and find out what the Field's R1T has been up to!

    Part of the series: Demo Drive Events sponsored by Rivian

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    • Adults
    • Activity
    • Sustainability
  • National Fossil Day
    

    10/16, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT

    Meet scientists, see rarely displayed items, and take part in hands-on activities!

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    • Families
    • Teens & Pre-teens
    • Activity
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Geology
    • Paleontology
  • Meet a Scientist: Fossil Preparation of the Chicago Archaeopteryx: 1270 hours of woman-power!
    

    10/16, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT

    See the latest science firsthand in the Grainger Science Hub.

    Part of the series: Meet a Scientist

    Tags for Meet a Scientist: Fossil Preparation of the Chicago Archaeopteryx: 1270 hours of woman-power!

    • Teens & Pre-teens
    • Adults
    • Families
    • Archaeopteryx
    • Fossils
    • Specimen Preparation
  • PlayLab PlayDate: National Fossil Day Storytime & Craft
    

    10/16, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

    Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activities for 2-6 year olds!

    Part of the series: PlayLab PlayDates

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    • Families
    • Fossils
    • Crown Family PlayLab
    • Paleontology
  • Armour Seminar: Laure Dussubieux
    

    10/16, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT

    Our weekly seminar series features speakers and their research related to the study of natural history and culture.

    Part of the series: A. Watson Armour III Research Seminar Series

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• Thursday, October 17, 2024

  • Poetry Pop-up: Menagerie of Poetry
    

    10/17, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

    Join Eric in the East Hall to explore the large display case with poetry!

    Part of the series: Poetry Pop-up

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    • Adults
    • Families
    • Teens & Pre-teens
    • Activity
  • Educator Open House
    

    10/17, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM CDT

    Join us for an exciting professional development opportunity for Pre-K-12 educators.

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    • Educators
    • Community Building
    • Education

• Friday, October 18, 2024

  • Meet a Scientist: Jingmai O'Connor, Associate Curator of Fossil Reptiles
    

    10/18, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT

    See the latest science firsthand in the Grainger Science Hub.

    Part of the series: Meet a Scientist

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    • Families
    • Teens & Pre-teens
    • Dinosaurs
    • Paleontology
  • Field Family Nights: Boo with SUE
    

    10/18, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM CDT

    Explore science after hours with the whole family!

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    • Families
    • Activity
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs
    • Paleontology

• Saturday, October 19, 2024

  • Field Museum Gala
    

    10/19, 6:30 PM - 11:30 PM CDT

    Celebrate and support the Field Museum at our annual Gala!

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    • Adults
    • Science
    • Activity
    • Board of Trustees
  • Soiree at the Gala
    

    10/19, 8:00 PM - 11:30 PM CDT

    Enjoy a night of music, dancing, and science with other young professionals at the Field Associates' annual fundraiser.

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    • Adults
    • Science

• Tuesday, October 22, 2024

  • SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    10/22, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
    

    Online

    Learn about this famous fossil’s history, complete with trivia and an interactive 3D model.

    Part of the series: SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

    Tags for SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

    • Educators
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs

• Wednesday, October 23, 2024

  • Illinois Free Wednesday
    

    10/23, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CDT

    Beat the mid-week blues and come visit SUE— the Field is free on Wednesdays for Illinois Residents!

    Part of the series: Illinois Free Wednesdays

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  • PlayLab PlayDate: Polish American Heritage Month Storytime with Chicago Public Library
    

    10/23, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

    Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activities for 2-6 year olds!

    Part of the series: PlayLab PlayDates

    Tags for PlayLab PlayDate: Polish American Heritage Month Storytime with Chicago Public Library

    • Families
    • Activity
  • Armour Seminar: Emily Taylor, California Polytechnic State University
    

    10/23, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT

    Our weekly seminar series features speakers and their research related to the study of natural history and culture.

    Part of the series: A. Watson Armour III Research Seminar Series

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    • Adults
    • Amphibians & Reptiles
  • TEAACH Act: From Advocacy to Implementation Student Panel
    

    10/23, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT
    

    Online

    Join us as we continue our Virtual Professional Development Series!

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    • Educators
    • Education
    • Sue Ling Gin Center for Education and Public Program
  • After 5 at the Field
    

    10/23, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM CDT

    On select Wednesdays this Fall, experience the Museum after hours with discounted All Access admission.

    Part of the series: After 5 at the Field

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    • Families
    • Adults
    • Activity

• Thursday, October 24, 2024

  • Poetry Pop-up: Genetic Poetry
    

    10/24, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

    Join Eric at the DNA Discovery Center and compose a poem using the language of DNA!

    Part of the series: Poetry Pop-up

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    • Families
    • Teens & Pre-teens
    • Activity
    • Art
    • DNA
  • Dino or DiNOT Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    10/24, 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM CDT
    

    Online

    Learn about this famous fossil’s history, complete with trivia and an interactive 3D model.

    Part of the series: Dino or DiNOT Virtual Tour for Classrooms

    Tags for Dino or DiNOT Virtual Tour for Classrooms

    • Educators
    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Education
    • Fossils
    • Paleontology

• Friday, October 25, 2024

  • Meet a Scientist: Venomous Fishes
    

    10/25, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT

    See the latest science firsthand in the Grainger Science Hub.

    Part of the series: Meet a Scientist

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• Saturday, October 26, 2024

  • Spooktacular Science: Members Halloween Lounge
    

    10/26, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM CDT

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    • Members
    • Animals
    • Insects
    • Activity

• Tuesday, October 29, 2024

  • SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    10/29, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT
    

    Online

    Learn about this famous fossil’s history, complete with trivia and an interactive 3D model.

    Part of the series: SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

    Tags for SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

    • Educators
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs
  • SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour: Spooky SUE
    

    10/29, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM CDT
    

    Online

    Join us for spooky season with fan favorite Spooky SUE tour!

    Part of the series: SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

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    • Educators
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs

• Wednesday, October 30, 2024

  • Illinois Free Wednesday
    

    10/30, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CDT

    Beat the mid-week blues and come visit SUE— the Field is free on Wednesdays for Illinois Residents!

    Part of the series: Illinois Free Wednesdays

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  • PlayLab PlayDate: Music & Movement with La Escuelita Bombera de Corazón
    

    10/30, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

    Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activities for 2-6 year olds!

    Part of the series: PlayLab PlayDates

    Tags for PlayLab PlayDate: Music & Movement with La Escuelita Bombera de Corazón

    • Families
    • Activity
    • Cultural Understanding
    • Cultural Heritage
    • Anthropology
  • After 5 at the Field
    

    10/30, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM CDT

    On select Wednesdays this Fall, experience the Museum after hours with discounted All Access admission.

    Part of the series: After 5 at the Field

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    • Families
    • Adults
    • Activity

• Thursday, October 31, 2024

  • Poetry Pop-up: Making Monsters!
    

    10/31, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

    Celebrate Halloween in the Field by inventing your own monster! Find Eric in Stanley Field Hall.

    Part of the series: Poetry Pop-up

    Tags for Poetry Pop-up: Making Monsters!

    • Adults
    • Families
    • Teens & Pre-teens
    • Activity

• Tuesday, November 5, 2024

  • SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    11/5, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CST
    

    Online

    Learn about this famous fossil’s history, complete with trivia and an interactive 3D model.

    Part of the series: SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

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    • Educators
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs

• Wednesday, November 6, 2024

  • Illinois Free Wednesday
    

    11/6, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST

    Beat the mid-week blues and come visit SUE— the Field is free on Wednesdays for Illinois Residents!

    Part of the series: Illinois Free Wednesdays

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  • Meet a Scientist: Jada Whiterock and Jasmine Eleck, North American Anthropology Early Career Fellows
    

    11/6, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CST

    See the latest science firsthand in the Grainger Science Hub.

    Part of the series: Meet a Scientist

    Tags for Meet a Scientist: Jada Whiterock and Jasmine Eleck, North American Anthropology Early Career Fellows

    • Families
    • Teens & Pre-teens
    • Cultural Understanding
    • Anthropology
  • PlayLab PlayDate: Polar Bear Week Storytime
    

    11/6, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM CST

    Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activities for 2-6 year olds!

    Part of the series: PlayLab PlayDates

    Tags for PlayLab PlayDate: Polar Bear Week Storytime

    • Families
    • Activity
    • Mammals
  • Armour Seminar: Lucas Legendre
    

    11/6, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

    Join us for a talk by Lucas Legendre, vertebrate paleontologist & evolutionary biologist.

    Part of the series: A. Watson Armour III Research Seminar Series

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    • Adults
    • Paleontology
    • Evolutionary Biology
  • After 5 at the Field
    

    11/6, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST

    On select Wednesdays this Fall, experience the Museum after hours with discounted All Access admission.

    Part of the series: After 5 at the Field

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    • Families
    • Adults
    • Activity

• Friday, November 8, 2024

  • Dozin' with the Dinos
    

    Nov 8, 5:30 PM CST to Nov 9, 9:00 AM

    Science is more fun in your pajamas.

    Part of the series: Dozin' with the Dinos

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    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Activity

• Tuesday, November 12, 2024

  • SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    11/12, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CST
    

    Online

    Learn about this famous fossil’s history, complete with trivia and an interactive 3D model.

    Part of the series: SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

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    • Educators
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs

• Wednesday, November 13, 2024

  • Illinois Free Wednesday
    

    11/13, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST

    Beat the mid-week blues and come visit SUE— the Field is free on Wednesdays for Illinois Residents!

    Part of the series: Illinois Free Wednesdays

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  • PlayLab PlayDate: Native American Heritage Month Storytime with Chicago Public Library
    

    11/13, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST

    Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activities for 2-6 year olds!

    Part of the series: PlayLab PlayDates

    Tags for PlayLab PlayDate: Native American Heritage Month Storytime with Chicago Public Library

    • Families
    • Activity
    • Native Truths
    • Cultural Heritage
  • After 5 at the Field
    

    11/13, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST

    On select Wednesdays this Fall, experience the Museum after hours with discounted All Access admission.

    Part of the series: After 5 at the Field

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    • Families
    • Adults
    • Activity

• Tuesday, November 19, 2024

  • SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    11/19, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CST
    

    Online

    Learn about this famous fossil’s history, complete with trivia and an interactive 3D model.

    Part of the series: SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

    Tags for SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

    • Educators
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs

• Wednesday, November 20, 2024

  • Illinois Free Wednesday
    

    11/20, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST

    Beat the mid-week blues and come visit SUE— the Field is free on Wednesdays for Illinois Residents!

    Part of the series: Illinois Free Wednesdays

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  • Armour Seminar: Bryan Stuart, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
    

    11/20, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

    Our weekly seminar series features speakers and their research related to the study of natural history and culture.

    Part of the series: A. Watson Armour III Research Seminar Series

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    • Adults
    • Paleontology
    • Evolutionary Biology

• Thursday, November 21, 2024

  • Dino or DiNOT Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    11/21, 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM CST
    

    Online

    Join us and find out what makes a dinosaur…a dinosaur!

    Part of the series: Dino or DiNOT Virtual Tour for Classrooms

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    • Educators
    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Education
    • Fossils
    • Paleontology

• Tuesday, November 26, 2024

  • SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    11/26, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CST
    

    Online

    Learn about this famous fossil’s history, complete with trivia and an interactive 3D model.

    Part of the series: SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

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    • Educators
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs

• Wednesday, November 27, 2024

  • Illinois Free Wednesday
    

    11/27, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST

    Beat the mid-week blues and come visit SUE— the Field is free on Wednesdays for Illinois Residents!

    Part of the series: Illinois Free Wednesdays

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• Tuesday, December 3, 2024

  • SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    12/3, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CST
    

    Online

    Learn about this famous fossil’s history, complete with trivia and an interactive 3D model.

    Part of the series: SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

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    • Educators
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs

• Wednesday, December 4, 2024

  • Illinois Free Wednesday
    

    12/4, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST

    Beat the mid-week blues and come visit SUE— the Field is free on Wednesdays for Illinois Residents!

    Part of the series: Illinois Free Wednesdays

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  • PlayLab PlayDate: Cats: Predators to Pets Storytime & Craft
    

    12/4, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM CST

    Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activities for 2-6 year olds!

    Part of the series: PlayLab PlayDates

    Tags for PlayLab PlayDate: Cats: Predators to Pets Storytime & Craft

    • Families
    • Activity
    • Mammals

• Tuesday, December 10, 2024

  • SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    12/10, 1:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST
    

    Online

    Learn about this famous fossil’s history, complete with trivia and an interactive 3D model.

    Part of the series: SUE the T. rex Virtual Tour for Classrooms

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    • Educators
    • Science
    • Dinosaurs

• Wednesday, December 11, 2024

  • Illinois Free Wednesday
    

    12/11, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST

    Beat the mid-week blues and come visit SUE— the Field is free on Wednesdays for Illinois Residents!

    Part of the series: Illinois Free Wednesdays

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  • PlayLab PlayDate: Unseen Oceans Storytime & Craft
    

    12/11, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM CST

    Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activities for 2-6 year olds!

    Part of the series: PlayLab PlayDates

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    • Families
    • Activity
  • Last Call: Unseen Oceans
    

    12/11, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM CST

    Enjoy an evening at the museum, with access to the Unseen Oceans!

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    • Adults
    • Activity

• Wednesday, December 18, 2024

  • Illinois Free Wednesday
    

    12/18, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST

    Beat the mid-week blues and come visit SUE— the Field is free on Wednesdays for Illinois Residents!

    Part of the series: Illinois Free Wednesdays

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  • PlayLab PlayDate: Winter Wonderland Games & Activities
    

    12/18, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST

    Drop in to the Crown Family PlayLab for free weekly activities for 2-6 year olds!

    Part of the series: PlayLab PlayDates

    Tags for PlayLab PlayDate: Winter Wonderland Games & Activities

    • Families
    • Activity

• Thursday, December 19, 2024

  • Dino or DiNOT Virtual Tour for Classrooms
    

    12/19, 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM CST
    

    Online

    Join us and find out what makes a dinosaur…a dinosaur!

    Part of the series: Dino or DiNOT Virtual Tour for Classrooms

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    • Educators
    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Education
    • Fossils
    • Paleontology

• Saturday, January 18, 2025

  • Dozin' with the Dinos
    

    Jan 18, 5:30 PM CST to Jan 19, 9:00 AM

    Science is more fun in your pajamas.

    Part of the series: Dozin' with the Dinos

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    • Families
    • Members
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Activity

• Saturday, February 8, 2025

  • Dozin' with the Dinos
    

    Feb 8, 5:30 PM CST to Feb 9, 9:00 AM

    Science is more fun in your pajamas.

    Part of the series: Dozin' with the Dinos

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    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Activity

• Saturday, February 15, 2025

  • Dozin' with the Dinos
    

    Feb 15, 5:30 PM CST to Feb 16, 9:00 AM

    Science is more fun in your pajamas.

    Part of the series: Dozin' with the Dinos

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    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Activity

• Friday, February 28, 2025

  • Dozin' with the Dinos
    

    Feb 28, 5:30 PM CST to Mar 1, 9:00 AM

    Science is more fun in your pajamas.

    Part of the series: Dozin' with the Dinos

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    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Activity

• Friday, March 7, 2025

  • Dozin' with the Dinos
    

    Mar 7, 5:30 PM CST to Mar 8, 9:00 AM

    Science is more fun in your pajamas.

    Part of the series: Dozin' with the Dinos

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    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Activity

• Friday, March 21, 2025

  • Dozin' with the Dinos
    

    Mar 21, 5:30 PM CDT to Mar 22, 9:00 AM

    Science is more fun in your pajamas.

    Part of the series: Dozin' with the Dinos

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    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Activity

• Friday, April 4, 2025

  • Dozin' with the Dinos
    

    Apr 4, 5:30 PM CDT to Apr 5, 9:00 AM

    Science is more fun in your pajamas.

    Part of the series: Dozin' with the Dinos

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    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Activity

• Friday, April 18, 2025

  • Dozin' with the Dinos
    

    Apr 18, 5:30 PM CDT to Apr 19, 9:00 AM

    Science is more fun in your pajamas.

    Part of the series: Dozin' with the Dinos

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    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Activity

• Saturday, November 22, 2025

  • Dozin' with the Dinos
    

    Nov 22, 5:30 PM CST to Nov 23, 9:00 AM

    Science is more fun in your pajamas.

    Part of the series: Dozin' with the Dinos

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    • Families
    • Dinosaurs
    • Fossils
    • Activity

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