Events & Activities at Morrill Hall

Visitors can enjoy a variety of monthly and annual events at Morrill Hall. Many events feature engagements and hands-on activity stations led by museum researchers, educators, University researchers, and community partners. Several of the museum's events are included with admission and free for members, to allow greater access and enjoyment of science exploration. Check out the calendar below to see which events are upcoming:

Annual EventsDinosaurs & Disasters, Astronomy Night, Archie's Party, Fossil Day, Morrill Hall-oween Spooktacular, Agriquest, Claire M. Hubbard First Peoples of the Plains Lecture
Monthly EventsInvestigate Saturday Science Lab, Sunday with a Scientist
UNSM educator demonstrating gravity in outer space to a group of children.

Upcoming Events

Investigate Saturday Science Lab: Climate Change

Saturday, April 4 | 10am-1pm

Join UNSM's education team for hands-on activities exploring how our climate is changing, and what we can do about it.

Event graphic promoting the Investigate Saturday Science Lab at Morrill Hall on April 4

Astronomy Night

Saturday, April 11 | 5-9pm

Explore space and how science and science fiction interact with hands-on activities led by museum educators and community partners. This event is open to the public and included with admission. Advance tickets are not required. 

More Event Details

Promotional graphic for Astronomy Night at Morrill Hall on April 11.
Save the Date:
  • Sunday, April 19 - Sunday with a Scientist
  • Sunday, May 17 - Sunday with a Scientist
  • Saturday, June 6 - Archie's Party