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Fashion & Feather

A Collaboration Between the Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Kent State University | Join us to explore the fascinating world of feathers!

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Welcoming Our New Curator of Botany

Read more about Dr. Miranda Sinnott-Armstrong and other upcoming additions to our curatorial team.

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Kirtlandia Intern Project Presentation

Sat. August 1 at 1:00pm

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Teacher Appreciation Day

Thu. August 6 at 10:00am

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Sustainable Style: A Lecture and Demo with Yellowcake Shop

Sat. August 8 at 11:00am

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Science After Hours | What Did You Eat Today?

Fri. August 14 at 6:30pm

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