R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar: Lightning Talks from Carnegie Museum Scientists

Natural History in a Flash: Lightning Talks from Carnegie Museum Scientists When: Thursday, May 7, 2026, 6:00–7:00 p.m. Where: Art Theater and online via Zoom Tickets: Free. Museum admission not required. Meet a variety of Carnegie Museum of Natural History scientists i......More

Natural History in a Flash: Lightning Talks from Carnegie Museum Scientists When: Thursday, May 7, 2026, 6:00–7:00 p.m. Where: Art Theater and online via Zoom Tickets: Free. Museum admission not required. Meet a variety of Carnegie Museum of Natural History scientists in charge of the museum’s contemporary research and vast collections of specimens and objects. Join us for quick talks that highlight research and scientific activities happening daily at the museum and stay after the talks to interact with CMNH Science staff in a fun, informal setting. American Sign Language interpretation will be provided by Global Wordsmiths for in-person attendees. Lightning Talks “Welcome to the Anthropocene. Why Natural History Matters More Than Ever.”Dr. Nicole Heller, Chair of Research and Curator of Anthropocene Studies “Snails in Cactus Patches”Dr. Tim Pearce, Curator of Mollusks “One of a Kind–Cayenne Nightjar”Serina Brady, Collection Manager of Birds “Exploring Personhood in Ancient Egypt” Dr. Lisa Haney, Curator, Egypt on the Nile “It is Not Just Scales That Make Pangolins Weird”Dr. John Wible, Curator of Mammals “Migration Pit Stops: Wetland Birds are Picky”Luke DeGroote, Avian Conservation Scientist at Powdermill Nature Reserve “Baskets as Environmental Archives”Kristina Gaugler, Collection Manager of Anthropology “Diving for Dinos: Cretaceous Fossils from CroatiaDr. Matt Lamanna, Mary R. Dawson Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology   Registration is required to attend R.W. Moriarty Science Seminars. Register to attend in person or click here to join us via Zoom. 

Powdermill Avian Research Center Open House

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:00–11:00 a.m. Where: Powdermill Nature Reserve Tickets: Free Join us for an open house at the Powdermill Avian Research Center (PARC)! Although PARC is operational year-round, it is typically closed to the public. Open House is your oppor......More

When: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:00–11:00 a.m. Where: Powdermill Nature Reserve Tickets: Free Join us for an open house at the Powdermill Avian Research Center (PARC)! Although PARC is operational year-round, it is typically closed to the public. Open House is your opportunity to go behind the scenes and watch our scientists at work. See the bird banding processes up close, visit the flight tunnel, learn about avian perception of glass, and talk with Powdermill researchers. Drop in at any time from 8:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. We recommend arriving as early as possible for the best chance to see a variety of birds. Registration is recommended but not required. This event is weather dependent and will be cancelled due to heat (>78 degrees), strong winds, or inclement weather. Register→

Powdermill Nature Reserve, 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, 15677, United States

Nature Craft

When: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Where: Powdermill Nature Reserve Tickets: Free Calling all artists, hobbyists, and nature enthusiasts! Powdermill Nature Reserve is hosting a new monthly community craft night. Join us as we seek out inspiration and mat......More

When: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Where: Powdermill Nature Reserve Tickets: Free Calling all artists, hobbyists, and nature enthusiasts! Powdermill Nature Reserve is hosting a new monthly community craft night. Join us as we seek out inspiration and materials from the natural world to incorporate into our art. Every month will be different, so be sure to join us for them all. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Expect an email near the event date for more information about what we will be working on. Register Now →

Powdermill Nature Reserve, 1795 Route 381, Rector, PA, 15677, United States

TrailMixer at Powdermill Nature Reserve