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Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Daily Programs
Discover Zoology
Friday, May 2, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom and get the chance to meet some of Fernbank’s live animal ambassadors.
Discovery Days
Girls in the Great Outdoors
Saturday, May 3, 2025 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Calling all Girl Scouts! Join your troop and others for a day at Fernbank Museum made just for you.
Daily Programs
Meet a Ranger
Saturday, May 3, 2025 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world. Subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Sunday, May 4, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM
Join us for story time as we read If You Ever Need a Friend: An Alebrije Story by Nadine Fonseca.
Daily Programs
Family Nature Walk
Sunday, May 4, 2025 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to take a walk on the wild side and explore outdoor nature adventures in Fernbank Forest.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Monday, May 5, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Daily Programs
Discover Zoology
Friday, May 9, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom and get the chance to meet some of Fernbank’s live animal ambassadors.
After Hours Events
Fernbank After Dark: Night at the Museum
Friday, May 9, 2025 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
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!
Daily Programs
Excellent Experiments
Saturday, May 10, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Dive into the fascinating world of static electricity through fun experiments in a live presentation.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM
Join us for story time as we read If You Ever Need a Friend: An Alebrije Story by Nadine Fonseca.
Daily Programs
Meet a Ranger
Sunday, May 11, 2025 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world. Subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Monday, May 12, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM
Celebrate AANHPI Month by joining us for story time as we read Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma by Joanna Ho
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Daily Programs
Discover Zoology
Friday, May 16, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom and get the chance to meet some of Fernbank’s live animal ambassadors.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Saturday, May 17, 2025 7:00 AM — 9:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
For Educators
Spring Educator Appreciation Day
Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Calling all teachers! Fernbank wants to show our appreciation with a free visit to Fernbank for you and a guest.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Saturday, May 17, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Sunday, May 18, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM
Join us for story time as we read If You Ever Need a Friend: An Alebrije Story by Nadine Fonseca.
Daily Programs
Family Nature Walk
Sunday, May 18, 2025 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to take a walk on the wild side and explore outdoor nature adventures in Fernbank Forest.
Special Programs
Archaeological Evidence of de Soto in the Southeast
Sunday, May 18, 2025 4:00 PM — 5:30 PM
Three Stops on the Road to Ruin: Emerging Archaeological Evidence of Hernando de Soto’s Entrada through the Southeast (1539-1543)
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Monday, May 19, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Guided Programs
Evening Hike
Thursday, May 22, 2025 7:00 PM — 9:00 PM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest as dusk descends and evening falls.
Daily Programs
Discover Zoology
Friday, May 23, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom and get the chance to meet some of Fernbank’s live animal ambassadors.
Guided Programs
Birds Georgia Forest Walk
Saturday, May 24, 2025 9:00 AM — 10:30 AM
Join a Birds Georgia volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest.
Daily Programs
Excellent Experiments
Saturday, May 24, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Dive into the fascinating world of static electricity through fun experiments in a live presentation.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Sunday, May 25, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM
Join us for story time as we read If You Ever Need a Friend: An Alebrije Story by Nadine Fonseca.
Daily Programs
Meet a Ranger
Sunday, May 25, 2025 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world. Subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Monday, May 26, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Daily Programs
Story Time
Monday, May 26, 2025 11:00 AM — 11:20 AM
Celebrate AANHPI Month by joining us for story time as we read Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma by Joanna Ho
Daily Programs
Dino Talk
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the ancient world as we uncover the fascinating dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures who are featured in our Great Hall.
Daily Programs
Discover Zoology
Friday, May 30, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom and get the chance to meet some of Fernbank’s live animal ambassadors.
Daily Programs
Meet a Ranger
Saturday, May 31, 2025 11:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Join a Fernbank Forest Ranger to learn more about the outdoors world. Subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
Daily Programs
Live Animal Encounter
Saturday, May 31, 2025 2:00 PM — 2:30 PM
Join a Fernbank educator for a presentation featuring some members of our animal collection.
Guided Programs
Evening Hike
Thursday, June 5, 2025 7:00 PM — 9:00 PM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest as dusk descends and evening falls.
Discovery Days
A Turtles Shell-ebration
Saturday, June 7, 2025 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Kick off the grand opening of our Turtles exhibit with a turtle-ly awesome day full of fun activities and crafts!
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, June 8, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
After Hours Events
Fernbank After Dark: H2-oh!
Friday, June 13, 2025 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Featuring live music, craft cocktails, access to WildWoods and Ultimate Dinosaurs, fun experiments and more!
Special Programs
Sensory Morning
Saturday, June 21, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
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.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Saturday, June 21, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
After Hours Events
Fernbank After Dark: Survivor
Friday, July 11, 2025 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Don't get voted off the island! Come show off your survival skills at Fernbank After Dark: Survivor with themed activities.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Saturday, July 19, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, July 27, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Guided Programs
Birds Georgia Forest Walk
Saturday, August 2, 2025 9:00 AM — 10:30 AM
Join a Birds Georgia volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Saturday, August 16, 2025 7:00 AM — 9:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Special Programs
Sensory Morning
Saturday, August 16, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
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.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, August 31, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Saturday, September 6, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, September 21, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Saturday, October 4, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Saturday, October 4, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Special Programs
Sensory Morning
Sunday, October 19, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
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.
Discovery Days
Dinosaur Trick-or-Treat
Saturday, October 25, 2025 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
No tricks, just treats at our annual Halloween haunt. Costumes are highly encouraged!
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Saturday, November 1, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Discovery Days
Adventures in Science
Saturday, November 8, 2025 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Join us as we investigate what it’s like to be a scientist! Engage with Fernbank educators and local Atlanta scientists as you enjoy fun experiments and activities all around the museum.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, November 16, 2025 7:00 AM — 9:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Guided Programs
Morning Hike
Sunday, December 7, 2025 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Enjoy a guided hike through Fernbank Forest. The Morning Hike will celebrate the ecosystem of the old-growth forest.
Fernbank is a nonprofit natural history museum, giant screen theater and old-growth forest, and is not affiliated with Fernbank Science Center, which operates as a division of DeKalb County Schools.
