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When: | Jul. 27, 2024 - 10am - 11:30am |
Where: | Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace |
Contact: | 931-232-6457 |
The plow has long since made its rounds across the growing field. Effective as the plow is, it
couldn't turn every bit of soil. In the spaces it missed, these liminal corners where the crops
border other lands, the wild takes root. These places are fairy corners. Wildflowers bloom here
unbothered by the bustle of cultivation. Come out and learn about some plant lore. Learn why
they're called fairy corners through a bit of folklore , too. A peaceful place is never far away.
When: | Jul. 27, 2024 - 4:30pm - 4:50pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Come face-to-face with our resident owls and hawks as our naturalists introduce these birds to you up close before bringing them into their night-time shelter!
When: | Jul. 27, 2024 - 11:30am - 12:00pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Hey kids! Come and meet Billie, our resident opossum! Earn your degree in opossum-ology as the
Nature Station crew explores the crazy world of science behind our only marsupial!
When: | Jul. 27, 2024 - 2pm - 2:30pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Get up close and personal with reptiles and amphibians such as snakes, salamanders, and turtles.
We'll introduce you to several ambassadors from the cold-blooded world as we explore the
fascinating ways these slimy and scaly creatures survive
When: | Jul. 27, 2024 - 3:30pm - 4pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Did you know turkeys are excellent communicators? They can make over 30 different sounds,
and each has its own meaning. Join us as we talk all things turkeys, including how turkeys talk!
You may even get a chance to watch them enjoy a favorite snack!
When: | Jul. 28, 2024 - 11am - 12pm |
Where: | Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace |
Contact: | 931-232-6457 |
Know anything about mules? Would you like to? Be on the farm this Sunday and relax with our
Mammoth Mule, Todd. He's a hard worker and has a critical role on the farm, making our work
more manageable. Todd gets groomed and brushed every day, but today is Todd Appreciation
Day and we're going to lay it on extra thick!
When: | Jul. 28, 2024 - 1pm - 3pm |
Where: | Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace |
Contact: | 931-232-6457 |
There are all kinds of stories about how to keep biting mosquitoes, ticks, and flies away. Let's
explore some of the ways that families of the 19th century improved their quality of life. You
might even learn something about how to manage the modern mosquito!
When: | Jul. 28, 2024 - 1pm - 3pm |
Where: | Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace |
Contact: | 931-232-6457 |
It's summer, the days are long hot and humid. How did people in the 1850's stay cool and still
manage to accomplish their daily farm tasks? Come out and learn about how farm life revolved
around simple tricks and methods of cooling off so farmers could avoid over heating in the hot
summer sun. Sample some lemon aid or Switchel. The 19th century form of sports drink to
rehydrate during long hot days in the sunshine.
When: | Jul. 28, 2024 - 4:30pm - 4:50pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Come face-to-face with our resident owls and hawks as our naturalists introduce these birds to you up close before bringing them into their night-time shelter!
When: | Jul. 28, 2024 - 11:30am - 12:00pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Most of us enjoy a nice Sunday brunch, and so do our snakes! In fact, Sunday brunch is their
only meal of the week! Come watch as our rattlesnake, kingsnake, rat snake, and more chow
down their mouse-alicious meal. You'll even get to meet one of the snakes up close! Bring your
camera for a snake selfie!
When: | Jul. 28, 2024 - 1pm - 1:30pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Come meet our resident rescued coyotes, Campbell and Cadiz! They're cunning, crafty, and
scared of everything (that's called neophobia... who knew)?! Join us for this fun program where
we will get to know this commonly seen (and commonly misunderstood) critter!
When: | Jul. 29, 2024 - 10am - 12pm |
Where: | Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace |
Contact: | 931-232-6457 |
We are not sheepish about working with fibers. From shearing the wool of the sheep, washing
it, spinning it into thread or yarn, and creating beautiful textiles. Come join us every Monday
Morning at the Homeplace and see how we process wool from our sheep.
When: | Jul. 29, 2024 - 3:30pm - 4:00pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Meet Nature Station's resident wildcat! Learn about how bobcats live, how common they are in Land Between the Lakes, and maybe even see Bobcat play with his food! He certainly gets excited about feeding time!
When: | Jul. 29, 2024 - 4:30pm - 4:50pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Come face-to-face with our resident owls and hawks as our naturalists introduce these birds to you up close before bringing them into their night-time shelter!
When: | Jul. 30, 2024 - 10am - 12pm |
Where: | Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace |
Contact: | 931-232-6457 |
Knitting, weaving, sewing, quilting... What do all of these crafts have in common? They're all
forms of textile crafts! Every Tuesday morning, join the Homeplace for a deep dive into one of
the myriad textile crafts that were a common sight on an 1850s farm.
When: | Jul. 30, 2024 - 4:30pm - 4:50pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Come face-to-face with our resident owls and hawks as our naturalists introduce these birds to you up close before bringing them into their night-time shelter!
When: | Jul. 30, 2024 - 3:30pm - 4pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Who's hungry like a wolf? Our red wolves, of course! Visit with our red wolves, one of the most endangered mammals in the United States and watch them "wolf" down a tasty treat. Find out how they became so endangered and what efforts biologists have made to try to save them from extinction
When: | Jul. 31, 2024 - 10am - 12pm |
Where: | Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace |
Contact: | 931-232-6457 |
Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often
second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry
the way it used to be done.
When: | Jul. 31, 2024 - 4:30pm - 4:50pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Come face-to-face with our resident owls and hawks as our naturalists introduce these birds to you up close before bringing them into their night-time shelter!
When: | Jul. 31, 2024 - 3:30pm - 4pm |
Where: | Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail |
Contact: | 270-924-2299 |
Opossums sure are awesome! Join us as we meet Billie, our resident rescued opossum, up close and personal and learn about how you DEFINITELY want one of these underrated marsupials patrolling your backyard!
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
This is staff favorite. Very broad in scope, the show begins with some brief history of how we have progressed in our understanding of the universe. In the past one hundred years we have grown exponentially and with the aid of the tech industry we are now able to observe aspects of the universe for the first time. Next, we enjoy a nice trip through the solar system - and beyond. We have lots of enthusiasm for the deep space concepts and many of our visitors and patrons agree. Deep space is infinitely interesting. With stunning visuals and a top-notch narration, it is easy to see why this show quickly became a favorite. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
Some of this debris collides with the Earth daily and is harmless. Some of the other objects may also collide with us, but we surely hope not. But we know it has happened before as you will learn in the show. Dedicated nightly searches are carried out around the globe using the most sophisticated instruments and computer software to detect Near Earth Objects (NEOs). A collision with a large comet or asteroid has the potential to destroy an entire civilization and change the course of history. Just ask the dinosaurs. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center created Earth, Moon & Sun to help children explore the relationship between our home planet and its most familiar neighbors. Children are helped in their exploration by Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral traditions. Native American stories woven throughout the show illustrate how we have long sought to understand our planet and the skies above us.
In this show, Coyote proves to be an amusing guide because he has so many misconceptions about space. Coyote's confusion brings scientific facts to light and helps students think about how Earth, Moon, and Sun work together as a system. Students learn why the Sun rises and sets and the basics of fusion and solar energy. They examine the Moon's orbit, craters, phases, and eclipses. The show also describes past and future space travel to our Moon and beyond.
Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
Traveling with Light presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. The Sun is the closest star to Earth and generates the energy that provides the light and heat necessary for life. Nevertheless, the Sun is not the only source of natural light. Fire has accompanied the Earth since its inception and has played a very important role in the evolution of the human being, so much so that its discovery by primitive societies changed their way of life. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
On a clear, dark night, most of us, at one time or another, have gazed upon the stars and wondered about all those tiny points of light. Many of us are able to identify different patterns and constellations in the stars. But, what are those tiny points of light? This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
Have you ever wondered how our modern
spacecraft can navigate quickly and accurately to Earth orbit and beyond? Find out in EXPLORE! It's the story of humanity's fascination with the stars -
from ancient stargazers and astrologers to the breakthrough discoveries of Nicolaus Copernicus and Johannes Kepler. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
Children love a good underdog story. This full-dome presentation is about the newest baby star in the sky - Little Star. He quickly discovers he is just an average star, but he yearns to become special and have planets of his own. Along the way in his quest, he meets other stars and learns what makes each star special. He also discovers much about planets and what it takes to lead a
solar system. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
Children and adults will enjoy this animated laser show where Aesop the owl will lead you on a light-hearted look at the Greek mythology associated with some of the constellations. This includes the stories behind the mighty warrior Perseus; the beautiful princess Andromeda; Cetus, the terrible sea monster, Scorpio the scorpion; and Orion the hunter. A non-laser full-dome version of this show is also available. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
Living networks connect and support life forms large and small - from colonies of tiny microbes and populations of
massive whales to ever-expanding human societies. In the California Academy of Sciences' latest original planetarium show, Habitat Earth, discover what it means to live in today's connected world. Through stunning visualizations of the natural world, dive below the ocean's surface to explore the dynamic relationships found in kelp forest ecosystems, travel beneath the forest floor to see how Earth's tallest trees rely on tiny fungi to survive, and journey to new heights to witness the intricate intersection between human and ecological networks. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
"Totality" is a fascinating look at all the wonders of eclipses, especially total solar eclipses. An eclipse is described simply as when one celestial object
blocks another from our view. This program, produced by Bays Mountain Planetarium, examines what eclipses are, how and when they occur, and what wonderful sights they create. We also look back to a fascinating period in scientific discovery when general relativity was proven with the photographic recording of a total solar eclipse. Our production includes a variety of wonderful styles - from spectacular space environments to
humorous pop-up books. A very special part of the show relates, in a very human way, what happens when you are caught in the shadow of the Moon and the Sun is plunged into a total solar eclipse.
Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
When: | Jun. 1, 2024 thru Aug. 31, 2024 - Various Times |
Where: | Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr |
Contact: | (270) 924-2233 |
Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of stars. Mark Hamill will walk you through the dynamic process of how stars are formed, exciting adventures in space exploration, the significance of the electromagnetic spectrum in observing the universe, as well as the rich cultural history of astronomy from around the world. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.