Discover more about your favorite dinosaurs! Get an up-close look at real fossils in the Kamin Hall of Dinosaurs. Find out where these big bones came from and learn all about prehistoric animals. Dig for replica bones like a real paleontologist, make fossil casts, and study authentic dinosaur specimens. Learn about the creatures that roamed with the dinosaurs —early mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects.
Learn more about Dino Dig.
Discover the weird world of scientific phenomena that boggles the mind! Delve into the strange science of slithery snakes and oozy snail trails. Observe different ways scientists preserve insects from tiny fleas to giant beetles, and pick apart an owl pellet to uncover what’s inside. Search the museum for extreme objects of all shapes and sizes, from gigantic to microscopic. Investigate features that make the most bizarre creatures unique.
Learn more about Outrageous Oddities.
Explore the interesting animals of the Laurel Highlands – both real and imaginary! Investigate the real mammals, amphibians, birds, and reptiles that play important roles in the Appalachian environment, and unravel the mysteries of the mythical creatures that live only in imagination. From the real but elusive hellbender to the mythical crying squonk, discover the animals that play a role in fact and folklore and what those stories can teach us about the natural world.
Learn more about Myths and Legends: Animals of Appalachia.
Come and catch them all! Join Pokéteam Carnegie to explore the natural world of Pokémon. Learn about different Pokémon and examine their habitats to discover what makes them strong. Meet entomology experts and compare the life cycle of Pokébugs to real insects. Create your own Poké Ball and Pokémon creature based on real features of amazing animals. Go on quests in the museum and Schenley Park to find Pokémon.
Learn more about PokéGo.
Celebrate your favorite real and cartoon dogs in this canine-themed camp. Learn how to take care of your dog friends, and craft your own sock puppet, collar, and doghouse. Use microscopes to discover the difference between fur and hair, and practice using your sense of smell like our canine friends. Each day you’ll engage in learning and play while you look for clues like Blue, dig like the Paw Patrol, and find museum specimens that are the same color as Bluey.
Learn more about Puppy Pals.
Meet weird prehistoric creatures and some of nature’s coolest critters! Get your hands on mystery slime, take a close look at reptile scales, and build an obstacle course for worms. Examine the movements, habitats, and senses of animals with daily experiments. Measure and make observations during a gummy worm dissection. Get creative with chemistry to investigate scientific phenomena as you mix emulsions and test what floats in slimy substances.
Learn more about Creepy Crawly, Slippery Slimy.
Discover more about your favorite dinosaurs! Get an up-close look at real fossils in the Kamin Hall of Dinosaurs. Find out where these big bones came from and learn all about prehistoric animals. Dig for replica bones like a real paleontologist, make fossil casts, and study authentic dinosaur specimens. Learn about the creatures that roamed with the dinosaurs —early mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects.
Learn more about Dino Dig.
Explore the world of massive plant eaters, vicious carnivores, ancient insects, and prehistoric plants! Discover dinosaurs and the world they lived in with hands-on activities including digging for fossils and making a fossil cast. Work in teams to piece together evidence from the past to identify fossils of plants, animals, and more. Use real tools like a paleontologist to mold mystery fossil pieces together. Investigate how modern animals compare to dinosaurs and other animals from millions of years ago.
Learn more about Fossil Investigators.
Get an inside look at paleontology from the gigantic Diplodocus to the tiny Archaeopteryx. Cover land, sea, and sky while searching for unusual pterosaurs, ichthyosaurs, birds, and mammals. Join a museum expert for an up-close look at fossils in the Kamin Hall of Dinosaurs. Make a mask of your favorite prehistoric beast and move like a dinosaur in a special relay race.
Learn more about Peculiar Paleontology.
Discover the amazing creatures living in and around your home! Explore the museum’s exhibits, backyard, and nearby Schenley Park to look for critters, search for insects in leaf litter, and go on a mammal scavenger hunt. Create your own bird feeder to attract birds to your yard, plus craft a bug hotel and make art from nature. Conduct plant pigment experiments and dissect fruits and vegetables. Uncover backyard micro mysteries using magnifiers and a video microscope.
Learn more about Backyard Biology.