Reservations

Booking

HMSC Summer Science Weeks

For children entering grades 1–8

Spend a week of your summer in the museum. Through games, activities, and study in the galleries, students will learn while having 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

Oceans Alive

Monday–Friday, August 18–August 22, 9:30 am–12:00 pm

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

For children entering grades 1–2

Jump into the water without getting wet! Study live marine creatures such as crabs, plankton, and sea stars. Learn about life in the sea by playing games, visiting ocean galleries, and getting crafty. Build a model of an octopus, urchin, or your favorite animal, tell a tale of sea monsters, and explore our connection to the deep blue sea.

This class is full. Please email Reservations to be added to the waitlist.

$210 members / $235 nonmembers