Exploring Ancient Ohio
A Look at Ohio's Fossil and Geologic Records
Dive into an inquiry-driven exploration of the Devonian Period and Pleistocene Epoch—two of Ohio's largest chunks of fossil and geologic records.
Bring one of our science-education outreach programs to your school or home.
A Look at Ohio's Fossil and Geologic Records
Dive into an inquiry-driven exploration of the Devonian Period and Pleistocene Epoch—two of Ohio's largest chunks of fossil and geologic records.
This program explores the adaptations of three groups of animals (birds, reptiles, mammals) that allow them to interact successfully with their environments.
Become a paleontologist as we discover how we know dinosaurs existed, how to tell the difference between dinosaurs and reptiles, and more!
A Program of "Epoch" Proportions!
Fossils are clues to past environments. Discover how fossils form and investigate shared characteristics of fossils from a particular environment.
Pondering Puberty
Learn the science behind the changing adolescent body and find out what to expect on the road to adulthood.
Ralph Perkins II Wildlife Center & Woods Garden—Presented by KeyBank
Join a Museum educator as we explore Ohio's native animals. Discover the wildlife that inhabits our great state and meet some of our animal ambassadors.
Following Lucy's Footsteps
Trace the development of modern humans using information from fossil hominids as well as clues from living primates.
What It Means to Be Alive
Investigate what it means to be alive through careful observation and imaginative play.
Tales of the Earth, Moon, and Stars
Why doesn’t coyote have a constellation in the sky, and who is endlessly chasing the bear around the North Star?
Live Animals
Live animal programs offer an up-close look at native Ohio species while providing an exciting and memorable learning experience.
