Members can visit the Museum and see new monthly exhibits at no cost and can choose from many free or discounted programs throughout the year, in addition to other benefits, such as receiving advance notice of programs, camps, and special events. For more program information, make sure to check the Events section of the Newsletter, or call 802-843-2111.
Announcements & Items of Interest
On May 28 and 29 of Memorial Day weekend 2010, The Nature Museum will premier the Pale Blue Dot. An adventure in learning for people of all ages, the Pale Blue Dot will showcase disparate voices and artistry on a variety of topics related to nature, science, and the environment - all designed to connect a wider group of people to the natural world and to their role in maintaining its good health.
Watch this stunning 6 minute video for views of the Pale Blue Dot and take a trip from the Himalayas through our atmosphere and the inky black of space...
It was the renowned scientist and astronomer Carl Sagan, who, upon seeing a photograph of Earth taken by Voyager 1 from a distance of 3.7 billion miles, described it as a "pale blue dot." Said Sagan, "That's here, that's home, that's us.... This distant image of our tiny world...underscores our responsibility...to preserve and cherish that pale blue dot, the only home we've ever known." We are delighted that his widow, Ann Druyan, has granted permission to The Nature Museum to use his description as the name of our event.
Weekend festivities will begin with a Friday night opening bash. The keynote speaker will be Jeffrey Hollender, founder and CEO of Seventh Generation, a Burlington, Vermont-based, self-declared "socially responsible" company. The company provides an extensive line of safe and environmentally-responsible household products for a healthy home and states it has for the past 20 years "been at the forefront of a cultural change in consumer behavior and business ethics."
Saturday will be a day full of outstanding speakers, hands-on activities, thought-provoking exhibits, art installations, musical performances, and fresh local food. The schedule will include different programs and activities especially created for children, teens, and adults.
A huge undertaking for The Nature Museum, this multi-dimensional event has the potential to attract and inform many new visitors at the Museum and surrounding area on May 28 and 29, 2010. Accordingly we have a wide variety of volunteer needs and opportunities. If you are an organization or individual interested in participating to help make this event a regional success, please contact the Museum at 802-843-2111 and help us spread the word.
Please check our website for more details as the inaugural date approaches. This will be an experience you and your family will not want to miss.
