Museum events: American Museum of Natural History

EXHIBITIONS

Gold Through August 19, 2007

This glittering exhibition explores the captivating story of the world's most desired metal. Extraordinary geological specimens, cultural objects, and interactive exhibits explore and illuminate gold's timeless allure.

Gold is organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York (www.amnh.org), in cooperation with The Houston Museum of Natural Science. This exhibition is proudly supported by The Tiffany & Co. Foundation, with additional support from American Express[R] Gold Card.

The Butterfly Conservatory Through May 28, 2007

Visitors mingle with live, free-flying butterflies in a tropical environment.

Lizards & Snakes: Alive! Through January 7, 2007

Live lizards and snakes are the center of attention in this engaging exhibition. Fossil specimens, life-size models, and interactive stations complement the more than 60 live animals representing 26 species.

Lizards & Snakes: Alive! is organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York (www.amnh.org), in collaboration with Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Atlanta, and the San Diego Natural History Museum, with appreciation to Clyde Peeling's Reptiland. Lizards & Snakes: Alive! is made possible, in part, by grants from The Dyson Foundation and the Amy and Larry Robbins Foundation.

Voices from South of the Clouds Through January 2, 2007

China's Yunnan Province is revealed through the photography of its indigenous people. This exhibition is made possible by a generous grant from Eastman Kodak Company. The presentation of this exhibition at the American Museum of Natural History is made possible by the generosity of the Arthur Ross Foundation.

Yellowstone to Yukon Through January 15, 2007

Spectacular photographs emphasize the diverse flora, fauna, and geology of the Yellowstone to Yukon corridor--an area connecting habitats so that wide-ranging animals can travel unimpeded by human structures and developments.

This exhibition was developed by the American Museum of Natural History's Center for Biodiversity and Conservation in concert with the Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative and the Wilburforce Foundation and is made possible by their support. Additional generous support provided by the Woodcock Foundation.

GLOBAL WEEKENDS

Kwanzaa Spirit 2006 Saturday, 12/30, 12:00 noon-5:00 p.m.

In an afternoon of song, dance, and spoken word, this festival salutes 40 years of Nguzo Saba, Kwanzaa's seven principles.

Living in America: The Allure of Gold Three Sundays, 1/14, 21 & 28 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Trace the enduring influence of this glittering symbol of wealth, power, and beauty with performances, discussions, and films for adults and families.

Global Weekends are made possible, in part, by The Coca-Cola Company, the City of New York, the New York City Council, and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs. Additional support has been provided by the May and Samuel Rudin Family Foundation, Inc., the Tolan Family, and the family of Frederick H. Leonhardt.

LECTURES

Encyclopedia Prehistorica: Sharks and Other Sea Monsters Sunday, 12/3, 2:00 p.m.

With pop-up creators Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart.

Encyclopedia Prehistorica: Sharks and Other Sea Monsters. Copyright [C]2006 by Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart. Reproduced by permission of the publisher, Candlewick Press, Inc., Cambridge, MA

To the Ends of the Earth Tuesday, 12/5, 7:00 p.m.

With photographer and explorer Gordon Wiltsie.

Hanging camp at Great Sail Peak, Baffin Island, Canada, 1998, in To The Ends of the Earth

21st-Century Challenges in Mining Gold Wednesday, 12/6, 7:00 p.m.

Panel discussion moderated by James D. Webster, AMNH.

Newton's Alchemy Thursday, 1/11, 7:00 p.m.

With science historian William Newman.

Adventures in the Global Kitchen: Golden Sake Tuesday, 1/16, 7:00 p.m.

Learn and taste with sake experts.

Volcanic Activity and Formation of Gold Deposits Thursday, 1/18, 7:00 p.m.

With economic geologist Jeffrey W. Hedenquist.

The Upside of Down Thursday, 1/25, 7:00 p.m.

With conservationist Thomas Homer-Dixon.

Aglow in the Dark: Art/Science and Bioluminescence Thursday, 1/25, 7:00 p.m.

Panel discussion with scientists and artists.

FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

Wild, Wild World: Wolves Saturday, 12/9, 12:00 noon-1:00 p.m. and 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Live animal program. Wild, Wild World is made possible, in part, by Mortimer B. Zuckerman.

NEW ASTRONOMY PROGRAMS

Twinkling Stars Two Tuesdays, 12/5 & 12, 4:00-5:30 p.m. (Ages 4-6, each child with one adult)

Elemental Universe Saturday, 12/9, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (Ages 10 and up)

Frosty Adventures Saturday, 1/20, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Ages 4-5, each child with one adult) or 1:30-3:00 p.m. (Ages 6-7, each child with one adult)

GOLD SUNDAYS

Gold Myths Sunday, 12/3, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Ages 4-6, each child with one adult) or 1:30-3:00 p.m. (Ages 7-9)

Gilding with Gold Leaf Sunday, 12/10, 11:00 a.m.12:30 p.m. (Ages 4-6, each child with one adult) or 1:30-3:00 p.m. (Ages 7-9)