Fernbank Museum of Natural History
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Discover a world of WOW at Atlanta’s science and nature experience. Travel around the world and back in time as you discover live animals, amazing places, ancient fossils, prehistoric cultures and new science discoveries. Throughout the year, new exhibits, movies and experiences offer more to explore.
Morning Hike
Monday May 26, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: $10 for members/$20 for nonmembers
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Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
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Evening Hike
Thursday June 5, 2025 07:00 PM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: $10 for members/$20 for nonmembers
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Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest as dusk descends and evening falls.
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A Turtles Shell-ebration
Saturday June 7, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with general admission. Members FREE!
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Kick off the grand opening of our Turtles exhibit with a turtle-ly awesome day full of fun activities and crafts!
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Turtles at Fernbank Museum
Saturday June 7, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Members, free; $24.95-$26.95 (age 65+); $23.95- $25.95 (age 3-12); $25.95-$27.95 (age 12-64)
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An exhibit that’s a shell of a good time.
This summer, guests can discover the fascinating world of Turtles in a new exhibit that focuses on the lives and behaviors of these beloved reptiles. Featuring live turtles, the exhibit explores these incredible species, their natural history and survival ...
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Morning Hike
Sunday June 8, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: $10 for members/$20 for nonmembers
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Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
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Fernbank After Dark: H2-oh!
Friday June 13, 2025 07:00 PM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: $23.95
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Featuring live music, craft cocktails, access to WildWoods and Ultimate Dinosaurs, fun experiments and more!
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Morning Hike
Saturday June 21, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: $10 for members/$20 for nonmembers
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
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Sensory Morning
Saturday June 21, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: $27.95
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Join us for a series of sensory events, designed for guests with sensory sensitivities or special needs who might benefit from a less-crowded environment.
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Morning Hike
Saturday July 19, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: $10 for members/$20 for nonmembers
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
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Morning Hike
Sunday July 27, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: $10 for members/$20 for nonmembers
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
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Fernbank Spring Exhibits (wednesdays)
Wednesday May 14, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: $25.95 w/Senior and Child Discounts
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Opens Sat., Jan. 18
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Fernbank After Dark: Night at the Museum
Friday May 9, 2025 07:00 PM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: $23.95
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Join us for a night at the museum where science comes alive! Unleash your inner scientist and have a blast with hands-on experiments and electrifying fun!
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Dino Talk
Wednesday April 30, 2025 02:00 PM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with general admission. Members FREE!
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Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
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Chlorophyll Art
Tuesday April 29, 2025 02:00 PM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with general admission. Members FREE!
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In celebration of Earth Day this April, channel your inner botanist like the renowned Marie Clark Taylor and discover how chlorophyll fuels plant growth.
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Story Time
Monday April 28, 2025 11:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with general admission. Members FREE!
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Join us for story time as we read Little Land by Diana Sudyka.
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Meet a Ranger
Sunday April 27, 2025 11:30 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with general admission. Members FREE!
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Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world. Subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
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Story Time
Sunday April 27, 2025 11:00 AM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with general admission. Members FREE!
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Join us for story time as we read If You Ever Need a Friend: An Alebrije Story by Nadine Fonseca.
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Excellent Experiments
Saturday April 26, 2025 02:00 PM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with general admission. Members FREE!
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Dive into the fascinating world of static electricity through fun experiments in a live presentation.
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All About Birds
Saturday April 26, 2025 01:00 PM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with general admission. Members FREE!
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Celebrate National Go Birding Day by exploring what makes a bird a bird, why different species have unique beak shapes, and more!
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Discover Zoology
Friday April 25, 2025 02:00 PM EDT
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Cost: Included with general admission. Members FREE!
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Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom and get the chance to meet some of Fernbank’s live animal ambassadors.
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Fernbank Forest
Wikipedia: Fernbank Forest is a 65-acre mature mixed forest that is part of Fernbank Museum of Natural History in Atlanta, Georgia. It has some relatively old trees compared to much of the forests in the Piedmont.
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Hours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Atlanta, 767 Clifton Road N.E.