#  Programs 

 



 [ View all upcoming programs arrow\_circle\_right ](/calendar) [ Sign up for enews to learn about new programs and exhibitions arrow\_circle\_right ](https://conta.cc/2w7jvQH) 

 

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  [### Public Lectures

 ](https://www.hmnh.harvard.edu/calendar?f%5B0%5D=event_hwp_c_eventaudience12%3A86146)The Harvard Museum of Natural History presents engaging lectures and programs to excite the public about natural history.



 

   ![man at hmsc podium in front of screen with many colorful frogs.](/sites/g/files/omnuum4986/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2025-01/vertcard-public_lecture-biju.jpg?itok=0h8do6MM) 

 

 

 

  [### Lecture Videos

 ](https://www.youtube.com/@HarvardMuseumofNaturalHistory)Enjoy videos from our free public lecture series. Harvard faculty and other noted scientists share their discoveries.



 

   ![Woman at podium with slideshow in the background discussing her research.](/sites/g/files/omnuum4986/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/hmnh/files/athena_aktipis_cancer_lecture_credit_gazette_photographer_ke_tang_harvard_university_main_exhibit_page.jpg?itok=HZgWKGO0) 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

  [### Special Events

 ](https://www.hmnh.harvard.edu/calendar?f%5B0%5D=event_hwp_c_eventaudience12%3A86151)The Harvard Museum of Natural History offers entertaining and educational special events for visitors of all ages.



 

   ![male professor looks at mounted bird specimen.](/sites/g/files/omnuum4986/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/hmnh/files/special.events.programs.jpg?itok=r771D5pc) 

 

 

 

  [### Kids' Classes & Family Programs

 ](https://www.hmnh.harvard.edu/calendar?f%5B0%5D=event_hwp_c_eventaudience12%3A66991&f%5B1%5D=event_hwp_c_eventaudience12%3A86151)A variety of weekend, summer, and weekday courses are available for kids and families at the museum throughout the year.



 

   ![boy and adult look at mounted rabbit specimen with special lens in classroom.](/sites/g/files/omnuum4986/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/hmnh/files/programs.family.jpg?itok=jHRCCkhq) 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

  [### Adult Classes

 ](https://www.hmnh.harvard.edu/calendar?f%5B0%5D=event_hwp_c_eventaudience12%3A66981)Explore the Harvard Museum of Natural History's collections more closely with a drawing course or workshop on topics in natural history.



 

   ![adult hands draw reptile illustration.](/sites/g/files/omnuum4986/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/hmnh/files/programs.adult_.jpg?itok=2Pp-pnTd) 

 

 

 

  [### Gallery Explorations

 ](/gallery-explorations)These educational and entertaining explorations are designed for children and their families. Free with museum admission.



 

   ![boy points at triceratops fossil in gallery.](/sites/g/files/omnuum4986/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/hmnh/files/gallery.explorations_0.jpg?itok=aQDb2X9F)