LIMITED SPACE REMAINING! SCHEDULE YOUR SCHOOL TODAY for Brain Awareness Week 2011! Sign up for one incredible day introducing the brain and brain sciences to students. Space is limited, so act now! Each two-hour session features an introductory talk that will highlight the brain and its functions. Students will then rotate through a series of hands-on activity stations for one-on-one interactions with neuroscientists.
This program is designed for middle school students, grades 5 through 8, and is for groups (minimum: 10 students; maximum: 72 students). A limited number of individual students and home school students may attend, depending on space constraints. Reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis. Morning and afternoon sessions are available.
For more information or to make a reservation, call the Museum’s tour program office at 202-782-2456 or e-mail nmhminfo@afip.osd.mil.
Last chance to see "Wounded in Action: An Art Exhibition of Orthopaedic Advancements"! The exhibit, a collection of art works inspired by experiences with the wounds of war, has extended its stay at the Museum through the end of the month (February 27, 2011). The exhibit is produced and organized by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). For more information, read our latest news release.
Visit the Museum’s Web site to view seven new photo galleries! The galleries feature photographs from the Museum’s "Wounded in Action" Lunchtime Art Workshops; its 2010 Teddy Bear Clinic; its Paws for Purple Hearts program; its Lunchtime SciFest Talk Series; its exhibit at the 2010 USA Science and Engineering Festival; its Halloween family program; and its Winter Break 2010 Art Workshops. Who knows… maybe you’ll even see yourself!
The Fall 2010 edition of Flesh and Bones is coming your way! an exhibit of art works inspired by experiences with the wounds of war, has extended its stay at the Museum through February 27, 2011. The exhibit is produced and organized by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). For more information, read our latest news release.
Calendar of Upcoming Programs:
Check out the Events Calendar for updates:
http://www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum/events/event_2ed.html.
FREE PUBLIC TOUR: : Free docent-led tours will be offered Saturday, February 12, 2011; Saturday, February 26, 2011; Saturday, March 12, 2011; and Saturday, March 26, 2011. Tours begin at 1:00 p.m. Reservations are not required.
