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SUMMARY:Secret of the Cardboard Rocket—Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Adventure through the solar system in the Cardboard Rocket! One of the most popular shows in the fulldome industry world-wide. Travel with two children and their navigator\, the talking astronomy book. Visit the Sun\, the planets\, the Moon and more. The narration track was edited in 2007 for the reclassification of Pluto to dwarf planet. References to “smallest planet\,” “ninth planet\,” and “last planet” were removed and Pluto is simply termed a planet in view of it being a new category of planet. \nBUY TICKETS\nWatch the planetarium show trailer below.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/secret-of-the-cardboard-rocket-planetarium-show-3/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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SUMMARY:Supervolcanoes–Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:The scene was 74\,000 years ago\, on the island of Sumatra. A volcanic eruption triggered the sudden and violent collapse of a vast regional plateau. Toba\, as the volcano is known today\, was the largest volcanic eruption in the last 25 million years. But Earth has seen far larger. 250 million years ago\, an eruption in what’s now Siberia lasted a million years and was probably responsible for the greatest episode of mass extinction in Earth’s history. \nSupervolcanoes is an immersive planetarium show that looks back at rare classes of eruptions that have marshaled the energy that lurks\, like a sleeping dragon\, beneath the surface of planet Earth. The program moves beyond Earth to explore the impact of giant volcanic eruptions around our solar system. Audiences will fly down to Neptune’s frigid moon Triton\, and onto the ultimate volcanic world: Jupiter’s moon Io. On a visit to a legendary North American hot spot\, Yellowstone National Park\, the film asks: can a supervolcano erupt in our time? \nBUY TICKETS \nWatch planetarium show trailer below.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/supervolcanoes-planetarium-show-2/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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SUMMARY:Little Explorer and Me - Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Little Explorer and Me\nCalling all parents and caregivers with preschool-aged children who love to experiment!\nSign up for an exciting\, hands-on program where curiosity and learning come to life as Little Explorers and their grown ups experiment and discover together. Every month\, a trained facilitator guides you through a new theme that sparks your child’s imagination while helping build critical skills through fun and interactive play. Each activity is designed to be easy for you to recreate at home with everyday materials\, giving your child the chance to explore and engage with the world around them. Whether it’s learning about the wonders of sound\, exploring the colors of the rainbow\, or discovering the magic of play\, your child will gain valuable knowledge they can use in everyday life. \nPRE-REGISTER—We kindly ask that all register in advance of attending this program so our facilitator can prepare materials.\nRegistrations do not grant access to the museum. All non-members must purchase a general admission ticket online or at the door. \nBUY TICKETS–GENERAL ADMISSION\nFREE with Member ID.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/little-explorer-and-me-4-2-3-3/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum,prek
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250625T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250625T150000
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection”\nJune 9—September 19\, 2025\nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Currently on display\, Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection. When art and science work together to create an image of prehistoric life\, it’s called paleoart. It involves using fossil evidence\, geological data\, and scientific understanding to recreate scenes of the past\, bridging the gap between scientific findings and public understanding. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nPaleoart is a volley back and forth between art and science. An artist must visualize their subject based on facts discovered by scientists in the fossil record. A scientist must interpret the fossils and evidence to deduce practical information to give to the artist about what has been discovered. At best they work side by side to blend together the facts\, contemporary accepted interpretations\, and some informed speculation about the details that might not be directly backed by fossil evidence. \nThis process continues forward\, constantly being upended by the latest discoveries. When new fossils are found and prepared it can be like finding a new piece of a puzzle. The new piece is useful in reassessing what has come before. Fossil evidence is a solid piece of information that can serve as a structure holding together multiple pieces of speculation. When new information is discovered some questions are answered\, but new questions might then arise. This is the process of discovery. \nDinosaurs are a scientific discovery that have captured the hearts of fans through the creation of Paleoart. We are fascinated by these prehistoric creatures. Many people have an imaginative longing to understand and to experience dinosaurs somehow. For an artist it can be as simple as making a drawing or painting. \nSometimes dinosaurs feature in our artwork as fantasy scenes. These scenes depict something quite different than Paleoart- fantasy is just that: like a daydream. While Paleoart is an attempt to visualize known facts together with scientifically reasonable speculation\, fantasy art is more open-ended\, more just like wondering “what if?” \nThis exhibition shows the process from fossils\, to models\, to movie posters. Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have captured our imagination and driven us to want to understand more about their lives a long time ago\, right here on Earth. \nPaleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection will feature original artworks from local and regional artists including Ephrata painter and professor at PCA&D Jason Ward. Ward will show a variety of works including Triassic Hunters\, a large oil painting featured in Flesk’s Spectrum 25 Illustration Showcase. Also on display will be rarely seen fossils\, models\, and dioramas representing paleoart’s historical beginnings and a substantial collection of printed paleoart works from the end of the twentieth century. \nBUY TICKETS\n \nThe Art Gallery\, located on the third floor\, is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-paleoart-exploration-posters-from-the-collection/2025-06-25/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250625T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Hexapodan Days\, Opening
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Hexapodan Days”\nOctober 2—January 5\, 2026\nOpening: Thursday\, October 2\, from 6pm–8pm\nThe subphylum Hexapoda (from Greek for ‘six legs’) or hexapods comprises the largest clade of arthropods. Hexapods are named for their most distinctive feature: a three-part body plan with a consolidated thorax and three pairs of legs. In this exhibition\, North Museum of Nature & Science asked regional artists to explore their relationship to the insect world\, gardens\, and our greater impact on biodiversity found within wild spaces more broadly. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nWhen you look to insects what do you find? When have you felt awe in the presence of Hexapoda? Insects surround us. Whether beneficially pollinating our gardens or spreading disease\, insects leave their mark. They forage\, they swarm\, they camouflage\, they predate. They communicate and learn socially\, they metamorphosize\, they create a hive mind. They help us mark the seasons\, they challenge our picnics\, and inspire us to create science fiction movie monsters. Gardens are habitat for insects. They are mini ecosystems or even wild places within the footprint of our domestic space. From as small as a container to as large as a meadow\, the garden is a refuge for wildlife and a place to contemplate nature. \nArtist Luke Jerram says\, “Referencing the stained glass windows and bell towers of the Duomo in Florence\, Palm Temple is both an experimental optical pavilion and a contemplation space designed for the public to consider the impact humanity is having on nature.” Where do you go to contemplate nature? \nHexapodan Days will feature original artworks from local and regional artists. \nBUY TICKETS \n \nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Located on the third floor\, The Art Gallery is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-hexapodan-days-opening/2025-06-25/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250625T114500
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SUMMARY:One World\, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure–Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World\, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. Follow along with Big Bird\, Elmo\, and their friend from China\, Hu Hu Zhu\, as they take you on a journey of discovery to learn about the Big Dipper\, the North Star\, the Sun\, and the Moon.\nFREE for members. $10 for non-members. \nBUY TICKETS\nWatch the planetarium show trailer below.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-planetarium-show/2025-06-25/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250626T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection”\nJune 9—September 19\, 2025\nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Currently on display\, Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection. When art and science work together to create an image of prehistoric life\, it’s called paleoart. It involves using fossil evidence\, geological data\, and scientific understanding to recreate scenes of the past\, bridging the gap between scientific findings and public understanding. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nPaleoart is a volley back and forth between art and science. An artist must visualize their subject based on facts discovered by scientists in the fossil record. A scientist must interpret the fossils and evidence to deduce practical information to give to the artist about what has been discovered. At best they work side by side to blend together the facts\, contemporary accepted interpretations\, and some informed speculation about the details that might not be directly backed by fossil evidence. \nThis process continues forward\, constantly being upended by the latest discoveries. When new fossils are found and prepared it can be like finding a new piece of a puzzle. The new piece is useful in reassessing what has come before. Fossil evidence is a solid piece of information that can serve as a structure holding together multiple pieces of speculation. When new information is discovered some questions are answered\, but new questions might then arise. This is the process of discovery. \nDinosaurs are a scientific discovery that have captured the hearts of fans through the creation of Paleoart. We are fascinated by these prehistoric creatures. Many people have an imaginative longing to understand and to experience dinosaurs somehow. For an artist it can be as simple as making a drawing or painting. \nSometimes dinosaurs feature in our artwork as fantasy scenes. These scenes depict something quite different than Paleoart- fantasy is just that: like a daydream. While Paleoart is an attempt to visualize known facts together with scientifically reasonable speculation\, fantasy art is more open-ended\, more just like wondering “what if?” \nThis exhibition shows the process from fossils\, to models\, to movie posters. Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have captured our imagination and driven us to want to understand more about their lives a long time ago\, right here on Earth. \nPaleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection will feature original artworks from local and regional artists including Ephrata painter and professor at PCA&D Jason Ward. Ward will show a variety of works including Triassic Hunters\, a large oil painting featured in Flesk’s Spectrum 25 Illustration Showcase. Also on display will be rarely seen fossils\, models\, and dioramas representing paleoart’s historical beginnings and a substantial collection of printed paleoart works from the end of the twentieth century. \nBUY TICKETS\n \nThe Art Gallery\, located on the third floor\, is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-paleoart-exploration-posters-from-the-collection/2025-06-26/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250626T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250923T172236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T172236Z
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Hexapodan Days\, Opening
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Hexapodan Days”\nOctober 2—January 5\, 2026\nOpening: Thursday\, October 2\, from 6pm–8pm\nThe subphylum Hexapoda (from Greek for ‘six legs’) or hexapods comprises the largest clade of arthropods. Hexapods are named for their most distinctive feature: a three-part body plan with a consolidated thorax and three pairs of legs. In this exhibition\, North Museum of Nature & Science asked regional artists to explore their relationship to the insect world\, gardens\, and our greater impact on biodiversity found within wild spaces more broadly. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nWhen you look to insects what do you find? When have you felt awe in the presence of Hexapoda? Insects surround us. Whether beneficially pollinating our gardens or spreading disease\, insects leave their mark. They forage\, they swarm\, they camouflage\, they predate. They communicate and learn socially\, they metamorphosize\, they create a hive mind. They help us mark the seasons\, they challenge our picnics\, and inspire us to create science fiction movie monsters. Gardens are habitat for insects. They are mini ecosystems or even wild places within the footprint of our domestic space. From as small as a container to as large as a meadow\, the garden is a refuge for wildlife and a place to contemplate nature. \nArtist Luke Jerram says\, “Referencing the stained glass windows and bell towers of the Duomo in Florence\, Palm Temple is both an experimental optical pavilion and a contemplation space designed for the public to consider the impact humanity is having on nature.” Where do you go to contemplate nature? \nHexapodan Days will feature original artworks from local and regional artists. \nBUY TICKETS \n \nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Located on the third floor\, The Art Gallery is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-hexapodan-days-opening/2025-06-26/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
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SUMMARY:Members Only—New Planetarium Show Premiere
DESCRIPTION:Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival\n\nOn June 26 North Museum Members are invited to the exclusive premiere of our newest planetarium show\, “Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival.”\nShowings at 6pm and 7pm. Members always enter the museum and planetarium FREE\, and on June 26 we invite you to this private\, after-hours event\, exclusively for you and your family. \nMembers are the heartbeat of North Museum and we cannot wait to show you our newest planetarium show before anyone else! \nMember Registration for 6pm\nMember Registration for 7pm \nNot a member yet? Join by June 26 for access to this special event! \nCLICK HERE TO BECOME A MEMBER TODAY\nShow Description:\nLike almost all children\, Celeste is fascinated with dinosaurs. She is preparing a talk for her class about how they went extinct when Moon\, a very wise and magical character\, poses a tantalizing question: what if I told you that there are still dinosaurs among us?\nCeleste will join Moon in a journey through time. An exciting adventure that will show them the Earth as it was in the very\, very distant past.\nThey will see the fascinating transformations that these animals underwent over millions of years\, creating giant creatures\, armored beasts and super predators\, until the day that a cataclysmic impact event caused a mass extinction on Earth. But all is not lost. Celeste will discover the key to their survival.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/members-only-new-planetarium-show-premiere/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250627T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250604T204038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T153154Z
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection”\nJune 9—September 19\, 2025\nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Currently on display\, Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection. When art and science work together to create an image of prehistoric life\, it’s called paleoart. It involves using fossil evidence\, geological data\, and scientific understanding to recreate scenes of the past\, bridging the gap between scientific findings and public understanding. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nPaleoart is a volley back and forth between art and science. An artist must visualize their subject based on facts discovered by scientists in the fossil record. A scientist must interpret the fossils and evidence to deduce practical information to give to the artist about what has been discovered. At best they work side by side to blend together the facts\, contemporary accepted interpretations\, and some informed speculation about the details that might not be directly backed by fossil evidence. \nThis process continues forward\, constantly being upended by the latest discoveries. When new fossils are found and prepared it can be like finding a new piece of a puzzle. The new piece is useful in reassessing what has come before. Fossil evidence is a solid piece of information that can serve as a structure holding together multiple pieces of speculation. When new information is discovered some questions are answered\, but new questions might then arise. This is the process of discovery. \nDinosaurs are a scientific discovery that have captured the hearts of fans through the creation of Paleoart. We are fascinated by these prehistoric creatures. Many people have an imaginative longing to understand and to experience dinosaurs somehow. For an artist it can be as simple as making a drawing or painting. \nSometimes dinosaurs feature in our artwork as fantasy scenes. These scenes depict something quite different than Paleoart- fantasy is just that: like a daydream. While Paleoart is an attempt to visualize known facts together with scientifically reasonable speculation\, fantasy art is more open-ended\, more just like wondering “what if?” \nThis exhibition shows the process from fossils\, to models\, to movie posters. Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have captured our imagination and driven us to want to understand more about their lives a long time ago\, right here on Earth. \nPaleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection will feature original artworks from local and regional artists including Ephrata painter and professor at PCA&D Jason Ward. Ward will show a variety of works including Triassic Hunters\, a large oil painting featured in Flesk’s Spectrum 25 Illustration Showcase. Also on display will be rarely seen fossils\, models\, and dioramas representing paleoart’s historical beginnings and a substantial collection of printed paleoart works from the end of the twentieth century. \nBUY TICKETS\n \nThe Art Gallery\, located on the third floor\, is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-paleoart-exploration-posters-from-the-collection/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2000-WEB-triassic-Hunters-copy.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250627T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250923T172236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T172236Z
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Hexapodan Days\, Opening
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Hexapodan Days”\nOctober 2—January 5\, 2026\nOpening: Thursday\, October 2\, from 6pm–8pm\nThe subphylum Hexapoda (from Greek for ‘six legs’) or hexapods comprises the largest clade of arthropods. Hexapods are named for their most distinctive feature: a three-part body plan with a consolidated thorax and three pairs of legs. In this exhibition\, North Museum of Nature & Science asked regional artists to explore their relationship to the insect world\, gardens\, and our greater impact on biodiversity found within wild spaces more broadly. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nWhen you look to insects what do you find? When have you felt awe in the presence of Hexapoda? Insects surround us. Whether beneficially pollinating our gardens or spreading disease\, insects leave their mark. They forage\, they swarm\, they camouflage\, they predate. They communicate and learn socially\, they metamorphosize\, they create a hive mind. They help us mark the seasons\, they challenge our picnics\, and inspire us to create science fiction movie monsters. Gardens are habitat for insects. They are mini ecosystems or even wild places within the footprint of our domestic space. From as small as a container to as large as a meadow\, the garden is a refuge for wildlife and a place to contemplate nature. \nArtist Luke Jerram says\, “Referencing the stained glass windows and bell towers of the Duomo in Florence\, Palm Temple is both an experimental optical pavilion and a contemplation space designed for the public to consider the impact humanity is having on nature.” Where do you go to contemplate nature? \nHexapodan Days will feature original artworks from local and regional artists. \nBUY TICKETS \n \nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Located on the third floor\, The Art Gallery is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-hexapodan-days-opening/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Hexapodian-Days.png
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T104500
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
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SUMMARY:Little Explorer and Me - Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Little Explorer and Me\nCalling all parents and caregivers with preschool-aged children who love to experiment!\nSign up for an exciting\, hands-on program where curiosity and learning come to life as Little Explorers and their grown ups experiment and discover together. Every month\, a trained facilitator guides you through a new theme that sparks your child’s imagination while helping build critical skills through fun and interactive play.\nEach activity is designed to be easy for you to recreate at home with everyday materials\, giving your child the chance to explore and engage with the world around them. Whether it’s learning about the wonders of sound\, exploring the colors of the rainbow\, or discovering the magic of play\, your child will gain valuable knowledge they can use in everyday life. \nPRE-REGISTER HERE—We kindly ask that all register in advance of attending this program so our facilitator can prepare materials.\nRegistrations do not grant access to the museum. All non-members must purchase a general admission ticket online or at the door. \nBUY TICKETS–GENERAL ADMISSION\nFREE with Member ID. \nCOME FOR LITTLE EXPLORER AND ME\, STAY FOR THE PLANETARIUM SHOW.\n11am AND 4pm—One World\, One Sky\, Big Bird’s Adventure.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/little-explorer-and-me-5-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum,prek
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250604T204038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T153154Z
UID:10002919-1751104800-1751122800@northmuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection”\nJune 9—September 19\, 2025\nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Currently on display\, Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection. When art and science work together to create an image of prehistoric life\, it’s called paleoart. It involves using fossil evidence\, geological data\, and scientific understanding to recreate scenes of the past\, bridging the gap between scientific findings and public understanding. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nPaleoart is a volley back and forth between art and science. An artist must visualize their subject based on facts discovered by scientists in the fossil record. A scientist must interpret the fossils and evidence to deduce practical information to give to the artist about what has been discovered. At best they work side by side to blend together the facts\, contemporary accepted interpretations\, and some informed speculation about the details that might not be directly backed by fossil evidence. \nThis process continues forward\, constantly being upended by the latest discoveries. When new fossils are found and prepared it can be like finding a new piece of a puzzle. The new piece is useful in reassessing what has come before. Fossil evidence is a solid piece of information that can serve as a structure holding together multiple pieces of speculation. When new information is discovered some questions are answered\, but new questions might then arise. This is the process of discovery. \nDinosaurs are a scientific discovery that have captured the hearts of fans through the creation of Paleoart. We are fascinated by these prehistoric creatures. Many people have an imaginative longing to understand and to experience dinosaurs somehow. For an artist it can be as simple as making a drawing or painting. \nSometimes dinosaurs feature in our artwork as fantasy scenes. These scenes depict something quite different than Paleoart- fantasy is just that: like a daydream. While Paleoart is an attempt to visualize known facts together with scientifically reasonable speculation\, fantasy art is more open-ended\, more just like wondering “what if?” \nThis exhibition shows the process from fossils\, to models\, to movie posters. Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have captured our imagination and driven us to want to understand more about their lives a long time ago\, right here on Earth. \nPaleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection will feature original artworks from local and regional artists including Ephrata painter and professor at PCA&D Jason Ward. Ward will show a variety of works including Triassic Hunters\, a large oil painting featured in Flesk’s Spectrum 25 Illustration Showcase. Also on display will be rarely seen fossils\, models\, and dioramas representing paleoart’s historical beginnings and a substantial collection of printed paleoart works from the end of the twentieth century. \nBUY TICKETS\n \nThe Art Gallery\, located on the third floor\, is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-paleoart-exploration-posters-from-the-collection/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2000-WEB-triassic-Hunters-copy.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250923T172236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T172236Z
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Hexapodan Days\, Opening
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Hexapodan Days”\nOctober 2—January 5\, 2026\nOpening: Thursday\, October 2\, from 6pm–8pm\nThe subphylum Hexapoda (from Greek for ‘six legs’) or hexapods comprises the largest clade of arthropods. Hexapods are named for their most distinctive feature: a three-part body plan with a consolidated thorax and three pairs of legs. In this exhibition\, North Museum of Nature & Science asked regional artists to explore their relationship to the insect world\, gardens\, and our greater impact on biodiversity found within wild spaces more broadly. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nWhen you look to insects what do you find? When have you felt awe in the presence of Hexapoda? Insects surround us. Whether beneficially pollinating our gardens or spreading disease\, insects leave their mark. They forage\, they swarm\, they camouflage\, they predate. They communicate and learn socially\, they metamorphosize\, they create a hive mind. They help us mark the seasons\, they challenge our picnics\, and inspire us to create science fiction movie monsters. Gardens are habitat for insects. They are mini ecosystems or even wild places within the footprint of our domestic space. From as small as a container to as large as a meadow\, the garden is a refuge for wildlife and a place to contemplate nature. \nArtist Luke Jerram says\, “Referencing the stained glass windows and bell towers of the Duomo in Florence\, Palm Temple is both an experimental optical pavilion and a contemplation space designed for the public to consider the impact humanity is having on nature.” Where do you go to contemplate nature? \nHexapodan Days will feature original artworks from local and regional artists. \nBUY TICKETS \n \nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Located on the third floor\, The Art Gallery is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-hexapodan-days-opening/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Hexapodian-Days.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T114500
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250605T152653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T154533Z
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SUMMARY:Secret of the Cardboard Rocket—Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Adventure through the solar system in the Cardboard Rocket! One of the most popular shows in the fulldome industry world-wide. Travel with two children and their navigator\, the talking astronomy book. Visit the Sun\, the planets\, the Moon and more. The narration track was edited in 2007 for the reclassification of Pluto to dwarf planet. References to “smallest planet\,” “ninth planet\,” and “last planet” were removed and Pluto is simply termed a planet in view of it being a new category of planet. \nBUY TICKETS\nWatch the planetarium show trailer below.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/secret-of-the-cardboard-rocket-planetarium-show-3/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cardboard.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T114500
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250605T172815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T172931Z
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SUMMARY:One World\, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure–Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street in One World\, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure. Follow along with Big Bird\, Elmo\, and their friend from China\, Hu Hu Zhu\, as they take you on a journey of discovery to learn about the Big Dipper\, the North Star\, the Sun\, and the Moon.\nFREE for members. $10 for non-members. \nBUY TICKETS\nWatch the planetarium show trailer below.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/one-world-one-sky-big-birds-adventure-planetarium-show/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/bigbird.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250628T144500
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250605T154138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T154458Z
UID:10003002-1751119200-1751121900@northmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Supervolcanoes–Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:The scene was 74\,000 years ago\, on the island of Sumatra. A volcanic eruption triggered the sudden and violent collapse of a vast regional plateau. Toba\, as the volcano is known today\, was the largest volcanic eruption in the last 25 million years. But Earth has seen far larger. 250 million years ago\, an eruption in what’s now Siberia lasted a million years and was probably responsible for the greatest episode of mass extinction in Earth’s history. \nSupervolcanoes is an immersive planetarium show that looks back at rare classes of eruptions that have marshaled the energy that lurks\, like a sleeping dragon\, beneath the surface of planet Earth. The program moves beyond Earth to explore the impact of giant volcanic eruptions around our solar system. Audiences will fly down to Neptune’s frigid moon Triton\, and onto the ultimate volcanic world: Jupiter’s moon Io. On a visit to a legendary North American hot spot\, Yellowstone National Park\, the film asks: can a supervolcano erupt in our time? \nBUY TICKETS \nWatch planetarium show trailer below.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/supervolcanoes-planetarium-show-2/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/supervolcanoes-mainimage.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250604T204038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T153154Z
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection”\nJune 9—September 19\, 2025\nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Currently on display\, Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection. When art and science work together to create an image of prehistoric life\, it’s called paleoart. It involves using fossil evidence\, geological data\, and scientific understanding to recreate scenes of the past\, bridging the gap between scientific findings and public understanding. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nPaleoart is a volley back and forth between art and science. An artist must visualize their subject based on facts discovered by scientists in the fossil record. A scientist must interpret the fossils and evidence to deduce practical information to give to the artist about what has been discovered. At best they work side by side to blend together the facts\, contemporary accepted interpretations\, and some informed speculation about the details that might not be directly backed by fossil evidence. \nThis process continues forward\, constantly being upended by the latest discoveries. When new fossils are found and prepared it can be like finding a new piece of a puzzle. The new piece is useful in reassessing what has come before. Fossil evidence is a solid piece of information that can serve as a structure holding together multiple pieces of speculation. When new information is discovered some questions are answered\, but new questions might then arise. This is the process of discovery. \nDinosaurs are a scientific discovery that have captured the hearts of fans through the creation of Paleoart. We are fascinated by these prehistoric creatures. Many people have an imaginative longing to understand and to experience dinosaurs somehow. For an artist it can be as simple as making a drawing or painting. \nSometimes dinosaurs feature in our artwork as fantasy scenes. These scenes depict something quite different than Paleoart- fantasy is just that: like a daydream. While Paleoart is an attempt to visualize known facts together with scientifically reasonable speculation\, fantasy art is more open-ended\, more just like wondering “what if?” \nThis exhibition shows the process from fossils\, to models\, to movie posters. Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have captured our imagination and driven us to want to understand more about their lives a long time ago\, right here on Earth. \nPaleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection will feature original artworks from local and regional artists including Ephrata painter and professor at PCA&D Jason Ward. Ward will show a variety of works including Triassic Hunters\, a large oil painting featured in Flesk’s Spectrum 25 Illustration Showcase. Also on display will be rarely seen fossils\, models\, and dioramas representing paleoart’s historical beginnings and a substantial collection of printed paleoart works from the end of the twentieth century. \nBUY TICKETS\n \nThe Art Gallery\, located on the third floor\, is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-paleoart-exploration-posters-from-the-collection/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2000-WEB-triassic-Hunters-copy.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250923T172236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T172236Z
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Hexapodan Days\, Opening
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Hexapodan Days”\nOctober 2—January 5\, 2026\nOpening: Thursday\, October 2\, from 6pm–8pm\nThe subphylum Hexapoda (from Greek for ‘six legs’) or hexapods comprises the largest clade of arthropods. Hexapods are named for their most distinctive feature: a three-part body plan with a consolidated thorax and three pairs of legs. In this exhibition\, North Museum of Nature & Science asked regional artists to explore their relationship to the insect world\, gardens\, and our greater impact on biodiversity found within wild spaces more broadly. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nWhen you look to insects what do you find? When have you felt awe in the presence of Hexapoda? Insects surround us. Whether beneficially pollinating our gardens or spreading disease\, insects leave their mark. They forage\, they swarm\, they camouflage\, they predate. They communicate and learn socially\, they metamorphosize\, they create a hive mind. They help us mark the seasons\, they challenge our picnics\, and inspire us to create science fiction movie monsters. Gardens are habitat for insects. They are mini ecosystems or even wild places within the footprint of our domestic space. From as small as a container to as large as a meadow\, the garden is a refuge for wildlife and a place to contemplate nature. \nArtist Luke Jerram says\, “Referencing the stained glass windows and bell towers of the Duomo in Florence\, Palm Temple is both an experimental optical pavilion and a contemplation space designed for the public to consider the impact humanity is having on nature.” Where do you go to contemplate nature? \nHexapodan Days will feature original artworks from local and regional artists. \nBUY TICKETS \n \nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Located on the third floor\, The Art Gallery is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-hexapodan-days-opening/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Hexapodian-Days.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250629T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250629T114500
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250605T152653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T154533Z
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SUMMARY:Secret of the Cardboard Rocket—Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:Adventure through the solar system in the Cardboard Rocket! One of the most popular shows in the fulldome industry world-wide. Travel with two children and their navigator\, the talking astronomy book. Visit the Sun\, the planets\, the Moon and more. The narration track was edited in 2007 for the reclassification of Pluto to dwarf planet. References to “smallest planet\,” “ninth planet\,” and “last planet” were removed and Pluto is simply termed a planet in view of it being a new category of planet. \nBUY TICKETS\nWatch the planetarium show trailer below.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/secret-of-the-cardboard-rocket-planetarium-show-3/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cardboard.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250629T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250629T144500
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250605T154138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T154458Z
UID:10003003-1751205600-1751208300@northmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Supervolcanoes–Planetarium Show
DESCRIPTION:The scene was 74\,000 years ago\, on the island of Sumatra. A volcanic eruption triggered the sudden and violent collapse of a vast regional plateau. Toba\, as the volcano is known today\, was the largest volcanic eruption in the last 25 million years. But Earth has seen far larger. 250 million years ago\, an eruption in what’s now Siberia lasted a million years and was probably responsible for the greatest episode of mass extinction in Earth’s history. \nSupervolcanoes is an immersive planetarium show that looks back at rare classes of eruptions that have marshaled the energy that lurks\, like a sleeping dragon\, beneath the surface of planet Earth. The program moves beyond Earth to explore the impact of giant volcanic eruptions around our solar system. Audiences will fly down to Neptune’s frigid moon Triton\, and onto the ultimate volcanic world: Jupiter’s moon Io. On a visit to a legendary North American hot spot\, Yellowstone National Park\, the film asks: can a supervolcano erupt in our time? \nBUY TICKETS \nWatch planetarium show trailer below.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/supervolcanoes-planetarium-show-2/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Planetarium
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/supervolcanoes-mainimage.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250702T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250702T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250604T204038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T153154Z
UID:10002921-1751450400-1751468400@northmuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection”\nJune 9—September 19\, 2025\nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Currently on display\, Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection. When art and science work together to create an image of prehistoric life\, it’s called paleoart. It involves using fossil evidence\, geological data\, and scientific understanding to recreate scenes of the past\, bridging the gap between scientific findings and public understanding. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nPaleoart is a volley back and forth between art and science. An artist must visualize their subject based on facts discovered by scientists in the fossil record. A scientist must interpret the fossils and evidence to deduce practical information to give to the artist about what has been discovered. At best they work side by side to blend together the facts\, contemporary accepted interpretations\, and some informed speculation about the details that might not be directly backed by fossil evidence. \nThis process continues forward\, constantly being upended by the latest discoveries. When new fossils are found and prepared it can be like finding a new piece of a puzzle. The new piece is useful in reassessing what has come before. Fossil evidence is a solid piece of information that can serve as a structure holding together multiple pieces of speculation. When new information is discovered some questions are answered\, but new questions might then arise. This is the process of discovery. \nDinosaurs are a scientific discovery that have captured the hearts of fans through the creation of Paleoart. We are fascinated by these prehistoric creatures. Many people have an imaginative longing to understand and to experience dinosaurs somehow. For an artist it can be as simple as making a drawing or painting. \nSometimes dinosaurs feature in our artwork as fantasy scenes. These scenes depict something quite different than Paleoart- fantasy is just that: like a daydream. While Paleoart is an attempt to visualize known facts together with scientifically reasonable speculation\, fantasy art is more open-ended\, more just like wondering “what if?” \nThis exhibition shows the process from fossils\, to models\, to movie posters. Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have captured our imagination and driven us to want to understand more about their lives a long time ago\, right here on Earth. \nPaleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection will feature original artworks from local and regional artists including Ephrata painter and professor at PCA&D Jason Ward. Ward will show a variety of works including Triassic Hunters\, a large oil painting featured in Flesk’s Spectrum 25 Illustration Showcase. Also on display will be rarely seen fossils\, models\, and dioramas representing paleoart’s historical beginnings and a substantial collection of printed paleoart works from the end of the twentieth century. \nBUY TICKETS\n \nThe Art Gallery\, located on the third floor\, is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-paleoart-exploration-posters-from-the-collection/2025-07-02/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2000-WEB-triassic-Hunters-copy.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250702T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250702T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250923T172236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T172236Z
UID:10003726-1751450400-1751468400@northmuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Hexapodan Days\, Opening
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Hexapodan Days”\nOctober 2—January 5\, 2026\nOpening: Thursday\, October 2\, from 6pm–8pm\nThe subphylum Hexapoda (from Greek for ‘six legs’) or hexapods comprises the largest clade of arthropods. Hexapods are named for their most distinctive feature: a three-part body plan with a consolidated thorax and three pairs of legs. In this exhibition\, North Museum of Nature & Science asked regional artists to explore their relationship to the insect world\, gardens\, and our greater impact on biodiversity found within wild spaces more broadly. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nWhen you look to insects what do you find? When have you felt awe in the presence of Hexapoda? Insects surround us. Whether beneficially pollinating our gardens or spreading disease\, insects leave their mark. They forage\, they swarm\, they camouflage\, they predate. They communicate and learn socially\, they metamorphosize\, they create a hive mind. They help us mark the seasons\, they challenge our picnics\, and inspire us to create science fiction movie monsters. Gardens are habitat for insects. They are mini ecosystems or even wild places within the footprint of our domestic space. From as small as a container to as large as a meadow\, the garden is a refuge for wildlife and a place to contemplate nature. \nArtist Luke Jerram says\, “Referencing the stained glass windows and bell towers of the Duomo in Florence\, Palm Temple is both an experimental optical pavilion and a contemplation space designed for the public to consider the impact humanity is having on nature.” Where do you go to contemplate nature? \nHexapodan Days will feature original artworks from local and regional artists. \nBUY TICKETS \n \nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Located on the third floor\, The Art Gallery is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-hexapodan-days-opening/2025-07-02/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Hexapodian-Days.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250703T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250703T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250604T204038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T153154Z
UID:10002922-1751536800-1751554800@northmuseum.org
SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection”\nJune 9—September 19\, 2025\nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Currently on display\, Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection. When art and science work together to create an image of prehistoric life\, it’s called paleoart. It involves using fossil evidence\, geological data\, and scientific understanding to recreate scenes of the past\, bridging the gap between scientific findings and public understanding. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nPaleoart is a volley back and forth between art and science. An artist must visualize their subject based on facts discovered by scientists in the fossil record. A scientist must interpret the fossils and evidence to deduce practical information to give to the artist about what has been discovered. At best they work side by side to blend together the facts\, contemporary accepted interpretations\, and some informed speculation about the details that might not be directly backed by fossil evidence. \nThis process continues forward\, constantly being upended by the latest discoveries. When new fossils are found and prepared it can be like finding a new piece of a puzzle. The new piece is useful in reassessing what has come before. Fossil evidence is a solid piece of information that can serve as a structure holding together multiple pieces of speculation. When new information is discovered some questions are answered\, but new questions might then arise. This is the process of discovery. \nDinosaurs are a scientific discovery that have captured the hearts of fans through the creation of Paleoart. We are fascinated by these prehistoric creatures. Many people have an imaginative longing to understand and to experience dinosaurs somehow. For an artist it can be as simple as making a drawing or painting. \nSometimes dinosaurs feature in our artwork as fantasy scenes. These scenes depict something quite different than Paleoart- fantasy is just that: like a daydream. While Paleoart is an attempt to visualize known facts together with scientifically reasonable speculation\, fantasy art is more open-ended\, more just like wondering “what if?” \nThis exhibition shows the process from fossils\, to models\, to movie posters. Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have captured our imagination and driven us to want to understand more about their lives a long time ago\, right here on Earth. \nPaleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection will feature original artworks from local and regional artists including Ephrata painter and professor at PCA&D Jason Ward. Ward will show a variety of works including Triassic Hunters\, a large oil painting featured in Flesk’s Spectrum 25 Illustration Showcase. Also on display will be rarely seen fossils\, models\, and dioramas representing paleoart’s historical beginnings and a substantial collection of printed paleoart works from the end of the twentieth century. \nBUY TICKETS\n \nThe Art Gallery\, located on the third floor\, is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-paleoart-exploration-posters-from-the-collection/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Hexapodan Days\, Opening
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Hexapodan Days”\nOctober 2—January 5\, 2026\nOpening: Thursday\, October 2\, from 6pm–8pm\nThe subphylum Hexapoda (from Greek for ‘six legs’) or hexapods comprises the largest clade of arthropods. Hexapods are named for their most distinctive feature: a three-part body plan with a consolidated thorax and three pairs of legs. In this exhibition\, North Museum of Nature & Science asked regional artists to explore their relationship to the insect world\, gardens\, and our greater impact on biodiversity found within wild spaces more broadly. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nWhen you look to insects what do you find? When have you felt awe in the presence of Hexapoda? Insects surround us. Whether beneficially pollinating our gardens or spreading disease\, insects leave their mark. They forage\, they swarm\, they camouflage\, they predate. They communicate and learn socially\, they metamorphosize\, they create a hive mind. They help us mark the seasons\, they challenge our picnics\, and inspire us to create science fiction movie monsters. Gardens are habitat for insects. They are mini ecosystems or even wild places within the footprint of our domestic space. From as small as a container to as large as a meadow\, the garden is a refuge for wildlife and a place to contemplate nature. \nArtist Luke Jerram says\, “Referencing the stained glass windows and bell towers of the Duomo in Florence\, Palm Temple is both an experimental optical pavilion and a contemplation space designed for the public to consider the impact humanity is having on nature.” Where do you go to contemplate nature? \nHexapodan Days will feature original artworks from local and regional artists. \nBUY TICKETS \n \nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Located on the third floor\, The Art Gallery is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-hexapodan-days-opening/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection”\nJune 9—September 19\, 2025\nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Currently on display\, Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection. When art and science work together to create an image of prehistoric life\, it’s called paleoart. It involves using fossil evidence\, geological data\, and scientific understanding to recreate scenes of the past\, bridging the gap between scientific findings and public understanding. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nPaleoart is a volley back and forth between art and science. An artist must visualize their subject based on facts discovered by scientists in the fossil record. A scientist must interpret the fossils and evidence to deduce practical information to give to the artist about what has been discovered. At best they work side by side to blend together the facts\, contemporary accepted interpretations\, and some informed speculation about the details that might not be directly backed by fossil evidence. \nThis process continues forward\, constantly being upended by the latest discoveries. When new fossils are found and prepared it can be like finding a new piece of a puzzle. The new piece is useful in reassessing what has come before. Fossil evidence is a solid piece of information that can serve as a structure holding together multiple pieces of speculation. When new information is discovered some questions are answered\, but new questions might then arise. This is the process of discovery. \nDinosaurs are a scientific discovery that have captured the hearts of fans through the creation of Paleoart. We are fascinated by these prehistoric creatures. Many people have an imaginative longing to understand and to experience dinosaurs somehow. For an artist it can be as simple as making a drawing or painting. \nSometimes dinosaurs feature in our artwork as fantasy scenes. These scenes depict something quite different than Paleoart- fantasy is just that: like a daydream. While Paleoart is an attempt to visualize known facts together with scientifically reasonable speculation\, fantasy art is more open-ended\, more just like wondering “what if?” \nThis exhibition shows the process from fossils\, to models\, to movie posters. Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have captured our imagination and driven us to want to understand more about their lives a long time ago\, right here on Earth. \nPaleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection will feature original artworks from local and regional artists including Ephrata painter and professor at PCA&D Jason Ward. Ward will show a variety of works including Triassic Hunters\, a large oil painting featured in Flesk’s Spectrum 25 Illustration Showcase. Also on display will be rarely seen fossils\, models\, and dioramas representing paleoart’s historical beginnings and a substantial collection of printed paleoart works from the end of the twentieth century. \nBUY TICKETS\n \nThe Art Gallery\, located on the third floor\, is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-paleoart-exploration-posters-from-the-collection/2025-07-04/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250704T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250704T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Hexapodan Days\, Opening
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Hexapodan Days”\nOctober 2—January 5\, 2026\nOpening: Thursday\, October 2\, from 6pm–8pm\nThe subphylum Hexapoda (from Greek for ‘six legs’) or hexapods comprises the largest clade of arthropods. Hexapods are named for their most distinctive feature: a three-part body plan with a consolidated thorax and three pairs of legs. In this exhibition\, North Museum of Nature & Science asked regional artists to explore their relationship to the insect world\, gardens\, and our greater impact on biodiversity found within wild spaces more broadly. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nWhen you look to insects what do you find? When have you felt awe in the presence of Hexapoda? Insects surround us. Whether beneficially pollinating our gardens or spreading disease\, insects leave their mark. They forage\, they swarm\, they camouflage\, they predate. They communicate and learn socially\, they metamorphosize\, they create a hive mind. They help us mark the seasons\, they challenge our picnics\, and inspire us to create science fiction movie monsters. Gardens are habitat for insects. They are mini ecosystems or even wild places within the footprint of our domestic space. From as small as a container to as large as a meadow\, the garden is a refuge for wildlife and a place to contemplate nature. \nArtist Luke Jerram says\, “Referencing the stained glass windows and bell towers of the Duomo in Florence\, Palm Temple is both an experimental optical pavilion and a contemplation space designed for the public to consider the impact humanity is having on nature.” Where do you go to contemplate nature? \nHexapodan Days will feature original artworks from local and regional artists. \nBUY TICKETS \n \nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Located on the third floor\, The Art Gallery is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-hexapodan-days-opening/2025-07-04/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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SUMMARY:Preschool Picassos - Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Preschool Picassos\n\nCalling all parents and caregivers with preschool-aged children who love to create art!\n\nHappening the first Saturday of every month\, Preschool Picassos provides young visitors with a unique art experience when we teach children various science-based techniques with their caregivers. As children experiment and explore\, they will not only learn to be a part of the conversation around Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math (STEAM)\, but they will create some unique works of art along the way!\n\nFacilitator Marilyn Zenko has a background in STEM as an archeologist and is currently a Senior Client Development Specialist at Terracon.\n\nEnter with General Admission. Free for Members.\n\nKindly PRE-REGISTER so we can prepare the right materials.
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/preschool-picassos-saturday-3-3/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:prek
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection”\nJune 9—September 19\, 2025\nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Currently on display\, Paleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection. When art and science work together to create an image of prehistoric life\, it’s called paleoart. It involves using fossil evidence\, geological data\, and scientific understanding to recreate scenes of the past\, bridging the gap between scientific findings and public understanding. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nPaleoart is a volley back and forth between art and science. An artist must visualize their subject based on facts discovered by scientists in the fossil record. A scientist must interpret the fossils and evidence to deduce practical information to give to the artist about what has been discovered. At best they work side by side to blend together the facts\, contemporary accepted interpretations\, and some informed speculation about the details that might not be directly backed by fossil evidence. \nThis process continues forward\, constantly being upended by the latest discoveries. When new fossils are found and prepared it can be like finding a new piece of a puzzle. The new piece is useful in reassessing what has come before. Fossil evidence is a solid piece of information that can serve as a structure holding together multiple pieces of speculation. When new information is discovered some questions are answered\, but new questions might then arise. This is the process of discovery. \nDinosaurs are a scientific discovery that have captured the hearts of fans through the creation of Paleoart. We are fascinated by these prehistoric creatures. Many people have an imaginative longing to understand and to experience dinosaurs somehow. For an artist it can be as simple as making a drawing or painting. \nSometimes dinosaurs feature in our artwork as fantasy scenes. These scenes depict something quite different than Paleoart- fantasy is just that: like a daydream. While Paleoart is an attempt to visualize known facts together with scientifically reasonable speculation\, fantasy art is more open-ended\, more just like wondering “what if?” \nThis exhibition shows the process from fossils\, to models\, to movie posters. Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have captured our imagination and driven us to want to understand more about their lives a long time ago\, right here on Earth. \nPaleoart Exploration & Posters from the Collection will feature original artworks from local and regional artists including Ephrata painter and professor at PCA&D Jason Ward. Ward will show a variety of works including Triassic Hunters\, a large oil painting featured in Flesk’s Spectrum 25 Illustration Showcase. Also on display will be rarely seen fossils\, models\, and dioramas representing paleoart’s historical beginnings and a substantial collection of printed paleoart works from the end of the twentieth century. \nBUY TICKETS\n \nThe Art Gallery\, located on the third floor\, is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-paleoart-exploration-posters-from-the-collection/2025-07-05/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2000-WEB-triassic-Hunters-copy.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T094829
CREATED:20250923T172236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T172236Z
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SUMMARY:The Art Gallery–Hexapodan Days\, Opening
DESCRIPTION:Pictured above: Triassic Hunters\, 48″x60″\, Oil on Canvas. By Jason Ward \n“Hexapodan Days”\nOctober 2—January 5\, 2026\nOpening: Thursday\, October 2\, from 6pm–8pm\nThe subphylum Hexapoda (from Greek for ‘six legs’) or hexapods comprises the largest clade of arthropods. Hexapods are named for their most distinctive feature: a three-part body plan with a consolidated thorax and three pairs of legs. In this exhibition\, North Museum of Nature & Science asked regional artists to explore their relationship to the insect world\, gardens\, and our greater impact on biodiversity found within wild spaces more broadly. \nA message from Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator: \nWhen you look to insects what do you find? When have you felt awe in the presence of Hexapoda? Insects surround us. Whether beneficially pollinating our gardens or spreading disease\, insects leave their mark. They forage\, they swarm\, they camouflage\, they predate. They communicate and learn socially\, they metamorphosize\, they create a hive mind. They help us mark the seasons\, they challenge our picnics\, and inspire us to create science fiction movie monsters. Gardens are habitat for insects. They are mini ecosystems or even wild places within the footprint of our domestic space. From as small as a container to as large as a meadow\, the garden is a refuge for wildlife and a place to contemplate nature. \nArtist Luke Jerram says\, “Referencing the stained glass windows and bell towers of the Duomo in Florence\, Palm Temple is both an experimental optical pavilion and a contemplation space designed for the public to consider the impact humanity is having on nature.” Where do you go to contemplate nature? \nHexapodan Days will feature original artworks from local and regional artists. \nBUY TICKETS \n \nThe Art Gallery promotes regional artwork that is inspired by science and nature. Located on the third floor\, The Art Gallery is always open to the public when the museum is operating\, Wednesday-Sunday at 400 College Ave. Lancaster\, PA. \nInterested in participating in our gallery events\, or purchasing art? Contact Sheri Hansen\, Art Gallery and Visual Arts Program Coordinator at SHansen@NorthMuseum.org. \n  \nPart of North Museum’s A.L.E. (Adult Learning and Engagement) programs \n 
URL:https://northmuseum.org/events/the-art-gallery-hexapodan-days-opening/2025-07-05/
LOCATION:North Museum\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery
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