Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day at this family-friendly festival focused on the science of climate change and potential solutions for a sustainable New York City. Explore how Museum collections provide a window into our shifting climate, how studying the atmospheres of other planets can reveal what’s happening here on Earth, and how to design solutions may help mitigate climate change in coastal cities like our own. The festival features special performances, hands-on activities, and educational stations where you can learn about the past, present, and future of our beloved planet.
Identification Day at EarthFest 2020
Featured at this year’s EarthFest will be the Museum’s annual Identification Day. Bring your own specimens to be identified by Museum scientists, and get an up-close look at the Museum’s rarely seen collections, focusing on uncovering clues to understanding Earth’s changing climate.