Booking

HMSC Summer Science Weeks

Each Summer Science Week program is taught by a professional educator and serves a maximum of 15 students. Based in one of the museum classrooms, students work independently and in groups to examine museum specimens, conduct experiments, create crafts, explore museum galleries, play games, and have fun!

Program Information

All programs run for one week, Monday through Friday, 9:30 am–12:00 pm

Visit the membership page for more information on how to become a member and receive discounted program fees. 

Class sizes are limited and advance registration is required. Payment in full is due at registration. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and Discover. You may cancel up to two weeks before any program begins and receive a refund less a $25 fee. After that time no refund can be made. A full refund is issued if the museum cancels the program.

We encourage persons with disabilities to participate in programs and activities. If you anticipate your child needing any type of accommodation to participate in Summer Science Weeks, please contact us in advance.

Email hmnhreserve@hmsc.harvard.edu for more information or for assistance with registration.

Activities

Ins and Outs of Skeletons

Monday–Friday, August 3–7, 9:30 am–12:00 pm

 

Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford Street, Cambridge MA

 

For children entering grades 4–6

 

Investigate the ins and outs of skeletons! Using observations of skulls, bones, and live animals, we will explore how animals use their skeletons for protection, support, and movement. We will see how bones and fossils can solve recent and ancient mysteries. Extend the fun and learning through experiments, puzzles, and crafts.

$235 members/$260 nonmembers

Program is full