Investigate Labs

In these interactive spaces, you can use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. Our labs offer activities most appropriate for ages 6 and up. 

• The Nature Lab is an engaging environment full of animal, plant, rock, and fossil displays. The lab offers hands-on activities using these natural history collections.

• The Micro Worlds Lab offers opportunities to use microscopes and lab equipment to explore topics such as the biodiversity of microscopic organisms, cells, genetics, and developmental biology. 

November and December Hours
Tuesdays–Sundays
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
The Labs will be closed on Saturday, December 3 
Museum closed December 24, 25, 26, 31, and January 1

Schedule subject to change.

The labs can be booked for group programs.