Fernbank unveils new summer event, will include ‘Weird Science’ and ‘Creature Quest’
Winter Wonderland: Celebrations & Traditions Around the World Here are some more photos from Winter Wonderland: Celebrations & Traditions Around the World at Fernbank Museum of Natural History. (Nelson Hicks)
There’s an all-new reason to visit Fernbank Museum!
This summer, head to Fernbank after work, after school and after hours to enjoy the new summer series, “Fernbank... but Later.”
Fernbank is expanding its evening offerings to include an exciting, curiosity-driven environment that will bring interesting scientific themes into Atlanta’s buzzing summertime social scene. The events offer experiences that are not only engaging for adults, but also fun for all ages. Light bites and drinks will be available for purchase, including options for non-alcoholic beverages and other libations for those who are ages 21 and up.
“Fernbank... but Later: Weird Science,” kicks off on May 31 with extended-hours access to Fernbank’s impressive array of indoor exhibits and outdoor nature explorations. The inaugural theme for the new summer series, “Weird Science,” will invite guests to explore the quirky, odd, curious and totally weird side of science through a variety of hands-on explorations, exclusive activities and unique experiences. The series continues on the last Friday of each month through September with changing themes for each event.
Fernbank will host a variety of fun and interactive activities each night. “Weird Science” is set to include sound experiments, dry ice bubble formations, electricity investigations, a scavenger hunt and more.
Thematic programming will continue later this summer, with June’s theme “Naturally aMAZEing,” featuring evening access to Fernbank’s special summertime exhibit, “A Mirror Maze: Numbers in Nature.” Opening June 8, the new special exhibit is an interactive and immersive experience that highlights four separate types of patterns found in the world. The crown jewel of this exhibit is an impressive 1,700 sq. ft mirror maze that reflects fractal patterns — a phenomenon created by repeating a simple process over and over in an ongoing feedback loop. The outdoor nature exhibit Forest Forms, available in WildWoods from June 29- Sept. 29, will also be open for guests to explore larger-than-life metal sculptures of flowers and animals.
Additional event themes include “Creature Quest” on July 26, “Fossil Friday” on August 30 and “Stellar Science” on September 27. For more information and to purchase tickets to “Fernbank... but Later,” please visit FernbankMuseum.org/Later
Fernbank hosts a variety of other evening experiences in addition to Fernbank...but Later, including the popular adult science nights, Fernbank After Dark; a fun and science-driven exploration just for teens during Teen Invasion on July 13; and the nighttime science, art and nature experience WildWoods: AGLOW from late-fall to winter (2024-25 dates to be announced).
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Are spiders a source of fear or fascination for you? (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Curious about the notorious black widow? Do you know what spiders you’ll find here in Georgia? (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum The latest exhibit at the Fernbank Museum of Natural History promises to unravel these mysteries and more with its latest offering, “Spiders – From Fear to Fascination.” (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Dr. Linda S. Rayor, a prominent spider biologist from Cornell University, spearheads this enlightening exhibit. Reflecting on her own journey into the world of science, Dr. Rayor shares her passion for arachnids. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum “Spiders are just fantastic,” Dr. Rayor told WSB-TV’s Nelson Hicks. “Spiders are totally awesome animals and what I think is that this exhibit actually catches that and shares for people who might be nervous or people are already enthusiastic.” (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Spanning the exhibit are over 250 live and preserved specimens, most of which originate from Dr. Rayor’s laboratory. From the imposing tarantula to the elusive wolf spider, visitors can marvel at a diverse array of arachnids. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum “We’ve got three different species of tarantulas,” Rayor noted. “We’ve got a Huntsman spider, born in my lab. We’ve got bromeliad spiders. We’ve got a Georgia fishing spider. We’ve got wolf spiders. We’ve got black widows, brown recluses and golden orb weavers.” (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Among the highlights are interactive experiences, including an augmented reality encounter placing a spider directly in one’s hand. Additionally, visitors can witness captivating scenes from nature showcasing spiders in their element. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Noteworthy displays include a captivating depiction of the spider wasp’s predatory behavior, as well as a comparison between male and female spiders. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Fernbank Museum will host the “Spiders – From Fear to Fascination” exhibit until early May, providing ample opportunity for arachnid enthusiasts and those who would rather run the other way to explore the intricate world of spiders. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum.
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum.
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum.
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)
Spiders – From Fear to Fascination at Fernbank Museum Here are some more photos from the "Spiders – From Fear to Fascination" exhibit at Fernbank Museum. (Nelson Hicks)