Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Fernbank After Dark is a monthly series for ages 21+ featuring fun science activities, exclusive after-hours museum access, live music and a 3D giant screen movie. Cocktails, craft beer and small plates are available for purchase.

Cost: $15-$20

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Cost: Included with general admission

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Cost: Included with general admission

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Cost: Included with general admission

Ahoy, me hearties! Prepare to weigh anchor and set sail on a swashbuckling adventure with pirate-themed crafts and games.

Pirate costumes encouraged!

Cost: Included with museum admission

Take a field trip back to the ‘90s at Fernbank! Dig out the flannel, grab your favorite slap bracelet and re-live the decade that brought us Zach Morris, boy bands, the Macarena and TRL. This adults-only party will be bangin’ as Amp’d Entertainment plays all the hits from the ‘90s. And no field tr...

Cost: $21.95

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Cost: Included with general admission

Join a Fernbank Ranger for fun and informative outdoor activities in WildWoods.

Recommended for ages 6+

Cost: Included with general admission

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Cost: Included with general admission

Ring in the New Year a full twelve hours early with Atlanta’s biggest party animals. This special family celebration will include a countdown to a balloon drop at noon.

Cost: $8-$27

Fernbank Forest

Join an Atlanta Audubon Society volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest, both permanent residents and visitors. This program is excellent for beginning birders or those desiring gentle terrain.

Program is held rain or shine but may be cancel...

Cost: $8-$27

Fernbank After Dark is a monthly series featuring fun science activities, after-hours museum access, live music and a 3D giant screen movie. Cocktails, craft beer and small plates are available for purchase. Exclusively for ages 21+; IDs will be checked at the door.

Cost: $8-$27

Join us for a series of special sensory events, designed for guests with sensory sensitivities, special needs or various physical abilities who might benefit from a less-crowded environment. These events will provide a quieter and calmer environment for guests to explore the full museum as well as e...

Cost: $8-$27

Practice presence under the Giants of the Mesozoic as Elizabeth Rowan guides you through an hour of movement and meditation under the watchful eye of some of the world’s largest dinosaurs. This class is suitable for all levels and beginners are welcome. Class begins at 7pm and lasts until 8pm. Tic...

Cost: $20

After retiring, Clough began investigating what the Smithsonian collections could tell him about South Georgia, where he spent most of his childhood. His investigations revealed animal, plant, fossil and rock specimens, along with cultural artifacts and works of art—far more than he had imagined. He...

Cost: Free

Join an Atlanta Audubon Society volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest, both permanent residents and visitors. This program is excellent for beginning birders or those desiring gentle terrain. Program is held rain or shine but may be cancelled in cases of se...

Cost: Free-$20

Spice things up with sassy Latin rhythms as you dance the night away to Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia and Merengue. An Amp’d Entertainment DJ with lead the way and professional dancers from Salsambo Dance Lessons and Entertainment will offer groups lessons.* Dancing beings at 8pm and lessons are offered ar...

Cost: $15

7pm – 10pmExplore beverages, writing, dance and other cultural traditions through a variety of fun, hands-on activities and interactive demonstrations inspired by special exhibit, Traveling the Silk Road. 7pm – 11pm Go back in time 1,000 years in Traveling the Silk Road; and take advantage of after...

Cost: $14.95-$19.95

Enjoy a frighteningly-fun Halloween party featuring games, hands-on activities, a kids’ DJ and special treats for kids.

Scheduled Activities*

Candy Stations*** Trick-or-Treat early in the Great Hall and enjoy themed toys and goodies. (May contain small parts.)

Kids' DJ

Boogie along to Hallowee...

Cost: Free with museum admission

Join us Sunday evenings in October for this bewitchingly fun special event series featuring evening hours of the Halloween-themed outdoor experience, Woodland Spirits, as well as musical entertainment and hands-on activities for all ages. Drinks, including adult beverages, and a variety of snacks wi...

Cost: $10-$20

Fernbank After Dark is a monthly series featuring fun science activities, after-hours museum access, live music and a 3D giant screen movie. Cocktails, craft beer and small plates are available for purchase. Exclusively for ages 21+; IDs will be checked at the door.

Cost: $15-$20

Join us for an elegant black-tie gala to benefit Fernbank. Festivities include a sunset cocktail hour, seated dinner, live and silent auctions, live music and dancing.

Cost: $500-$25,000

Enjoy Fernbank’s newest special exhibit, featuring the peoples and cultures who benefited from trade on the silk road — not only from the profitable exchange of commodities, but also from the interchange of new technologies, religions, types of music, literature and ways of thinking.

Cost: Free with museum admission

Spice things up with sassy Latin rhythms as you dance the night away to Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia and Merengue. An Amp’d Entertainment DJ with lead the way and professional dancers from Salsambo Dance Lessons and Entertainment will offer groups lessons.* Dancing beings at 8pm and lessons are offered ar...

Cost: $15

Join a Fernbank scientist on a guided tour of Fernbank Forest to experience the unique nocturnal world that awakens at dusk. Listen for owl and frog calls, search for bats using a special echolocation detector, find organisms that glow under UV light, and much more. Children must be accompanied by a...

Cost: $8-$12

Get a closer look at nature in WildWoods and Fernbank Forest with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 8+

Cost: Included with general admission

Join an Atlanta Audubon Society volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest, both permanent residents and visitors. This program is excellent for beginning birders or those desiring gentle terrain. Program is held rain or shine but may be cancelled in cases of se...

Cost: Free with general admission

Fernbank After Dark is a monthly series featuring fun science activities, after-hours museum access, live music and a 3D giant screen movie. Cocktails, craft beer and small plates are available for purchase. Exclusively for ages 21+; IDs will be checked at the door.

Cost: $6-$20

Join us for a series of special sensory events, designed for guests with sensory sensitivities, special needs or various physical abilities who might benefit from a less-crowded environment. These events will provide a quieter and calmer environment for guests to explore the full museum as well as e...

Cost: Free (member)-$27

Join us for a series of special sensory events, designed for guests with sensory sensitivities, special needs or various physical abilities who might benefit from a less-crowded environment. These events will provide a quieter and calmer environment for guests to explore the full museum as well as e...

Cost: $18-$20

You’re invited to a prehistoric party at Fernbank Museum! Stomp, chomp and party like a dinosaur in celebration of the anniversary of Giants of the Mesozoic.

Cost: Free (members)-Museum admission fee

You're invited to a prehistoric party at Fernbank Museum! Stomp, chomp, and party like a dinosaur in celebration of the anniversary of Giants of the Mesozoic. 

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Yippee ki yay, myth busters! Pull back the curtain to see how everything from action movies to your own senses are trying to put one over on you.  Take advantage of kid-free, after-hours access to indoor and outdoor experiences, including Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants. Drink in ...

Cost: $14.95-$19.95

Blast off for an exploration of space that will take you from Earth through the universe.

Recommended for ages 8+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get a closer look at nature in WildWoods and Fernbank Forest with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 8+

Weather permitting. Program not suitable for strollers.

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Hear a story for young visitors from cultures around the world, with a fun activity.

Recommended for ages 1 – 12

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Drop in for a variety of science-themed hands-on activities.

Recommended for ages 4 – 12

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Join a Fernbank Museum scientist on a guided tour of Fernbank Forest to experience the unique nocturnal world that awakens at dusk. Listen for owl and frog calls, search for bats using a special echolocation detector, find organisms that glow under UV light, and much more. Children must be accompani...

Cost: $8-$12

Discover how the rocks of Georgia formed with hands-on experiments and touchable specimens.

Recommended for ages 8 – 15

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Join a Fernbank Ranger for fun and informative outdoor activities in WildWoods.

Recommended for ages 6+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Preschoolers will enjoy a story and special activity with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 1 – 6

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Recommended for ages 4+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Recommended for ages 4+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Recommended for ages 4+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get a closer look at nature in WildWoods and Fernbank Forest with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 8+

Weather permitting. Program not suitable for strollers.

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Preschoolers will enjoy a story and special activity with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 1 – 6

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Preschoolers will enjoy a story and special activity with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 1 – 6

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Discover how the rocks of Georgia formed with hands-on experiments and touchable specimens.

Recommended for ages 8 – 15

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Join a Fernbank Ranger for fun and informative outdoor activities in WildWoods.

Recommended for ages 6+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Explore the amazing world of chemistry through fun experiments in a live presentation.

Recommended for ages 5 – 15

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Hear a story for young visitors from cultures around the world, with a fun activity.

Recommended for ages 1 – 12

Cost: Free w/ general admissions

Get a closer look at nature in WildWoods and Fernbank Forest with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 8+

Weather permitting. Program not suitable for strollers.

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Blast off for an exploration of space that will take you from Earth through the universe.

Recommended for ages 8+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Recommended for ages 4+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Join a Fernbank Ranger for fun and informative outdoor activities in WildWoods.

Recommended for ages 6+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Preschoolers will enjoy a story and special activity with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 1 – 6

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Drop in for a variety of science-themed hands-on activities.

Recommended for ages 4 – 12

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get a closer look at nature in WildWoods and Fernbank Forest with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 8+

Weather permitting. Program not suitable for strollers.

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Delve into the dynamic world of weather, climate, and atmospheric science with live experiments and demonstrations.

Recommended for ages 8 – 15

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Recommended for ages 4+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get a closer look at nature in WildWoods and Fernbank Forest with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 8+

Weather permitting. Program not suitable for strollers.

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Preschoolers will enjoy a story and special activity with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 1 – 6

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Join an Atlanta Audubon Society volunteer and discover more about the feathered inhabitants of Fernbank Forest, both permanent residents and visitors. This program is excellent for beginning birders or those desiring gentle terrain. Program is held rain or shine but may be cancelled in cases of se...

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Blast off for an exploration of space that will take you from Earth through the universe.

Recommended for ages 8+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Join a Fernbank Ranger for fun and informative outdoor activities in WildWoods.

Recommended for ages 6+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

SoAR Rocketry

Meet the team who flies rockets for fun and enjoy a close look at their favorite rocket models. 

Oreo Cookie Moon Phases Join the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Atlanta to recreate tasty models of each moon phase using cookies and frosting.

LEGO® Rockets

Get yo...

Cost: Included w/ purchase of value pack tickets

For one night only, see Jaws swimming across Fernbank’s 4-story giant screen. Before being terrorized by a giant man-eating great white shark, experience Fernbank’s newest special exhibit, Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants. 7 p.m.-9 p.m.: Enjoy self-guided tours of the blockbuster s...

Cost: $18

Explore the amazing world of chemistry through fun experiments in a live presentation.

Recommended for ages 5 – 15

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Hear a story for young visitors from cultures around the world, with a fun activity.

Recommended for ages 1 – 12

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Join a Fernbank Ranger for fun and informative outdoor activities in WildWoods. 

Recommended for ages 6+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Drop in for a variety of science-themed hands-on activities.

Recommended for ages 4 – 12

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Delve into the dynamic world of weather, climate, and atmospheric science with live experiments and demonstrations.

Recommended for ages 8 – 15

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get up close and personal with a member of Fernbank’s animal collection.

Recommended for ages 4+

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Get a closer look at nature in WildWoods and Fernbank Forest with a Fernbank educator.

Recommended for ages 8+

Weather permitting. Program not suitable for strollers.

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Explore the amazing world of chemistry through fun experiments in a live presentation.

Recommended for ages 5 – 15

Cost: Free w/ general admission

Join a Fernbank Ranger for fun and informative outdoor activities in WildWoods.

Recommended for ages 6+

Cost: Free w/ general admission