Join us for late-night Fridays at the Museum this holiday season! When you visit the Museum on a Friday between now and December 17, you’re invited to stay until we close at 9pm. With these extended holiday hours, you’ll have even more time to explore our galleries—including our new special exhibit, 100 Years of Discovery: A Museum’s Past, Present & Future. You’ll also enjoy fun activities and features, such as:

Special appearances from our animal ambassadors
Team Trivia in Murch Auditorium beginning at 7pm
Interaction with Penelope the adolescent T. rex puppet
Make-your-own origami ornaments and holiday buttons to take home
Access to Mueller Observatory (weather permitting)
A cash bar with special cocktails
Free holiday photos in our new photobooth
A festive atmosphere, including beautiful lights in the Thelma and Kent H. Smith Environmental Courtyard