Events
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CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING!
Montana Natural History CenterHappy Thanksgiving! MNHC is closed on Thursday, November 25th, and Friday, November 26th, so our staff can celebrate the holiday. We'll be open again on Saturday the 27th.Â
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miniNaturalist Pre-K Program
Montana Natural History CenterThe miniNaturalist pre-K program encourages curiosity for the natural world. Dates: Every Tuesday, September – May Time: 10:00-11:00 am Location: Montana Natural History Center, 120 Hickory Street. The miniNaturalist program encourages curiosity for the natural world through exploration and play. We sing songs, read books, play games, and develop skills with art and science tools. […]
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Make a Mini Wreath at Western Cider
Western Cider 501 North California St., Missoula, United StatesLocation: Western Cider, 501 North California St. Date: Wednesday, December 2 Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Cost: $20 MNHC members, $25 nonmembers. You can add your MNHC membership to your order when you register. REGISTER HERE! Create a custom, handcrafted mini holiday wreath using local flora while enjoying beverages from Western Cider! Montana Natural History Center naturalists […]
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Nature Journaling Club
Montana Natural History CenterDates: Weekly, on Thursdays* Time: 10:00-11:30 a.m. Location: Missoula, various sites – contact club host Cost: FREE Join us in this creative, relaxing, and observational activity that blends art and science. No art background is needed! Bring curiosity to learn more about our natural surroundings. Observations are recorded in a personal journal, with sketches, notes, […]
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MNHC’s Holiday Bazaar 2026!
Montana Natural History CenterDate:Â Friday, December 4th Time:Â 5:00-7:00 p.m. Location:Â Montana Natural History Center Cost: FREE! (Unless you buy something...) MNHC's Holiday Bazaar is back! This fan-favorite festive event brings together the best of the holiday spirit: local artistry, support for nature education, holiday treats, beverages, homemade cookies and family recipes, and the joy of giving back to our community. […]
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Saturday Kids’ Activity: Winter Wonders!
Montana Natural History CenterDate: Saturday, December 5th Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Location: Montana Natural History Center Cost: Free with membership/admission Join us for exciting and educational Saturdays filled with delightful activities designed to captivate young minds and inspire a love for nature! Our drop-in Saturday programs feature activities, art, science experiments, and more. Stop in anytime […]
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miniNaturalist Pre-K Program
Montana Natural History CenterThe miniNaturalist pre-K program encourages curiosity for the natural world. Dates: Every Tuesday, September – May Time: 10:00-11:00 am Location: Montana Natural History Center, 120 Hickory Street. The miniNaturalist program encourages curiosity for the natural world through exploration and play. We sing songs, read books, play games, and develop skills with art and science tools. […]
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Virtual Naturalist Book Club #1
Virtual Zoom ClassroomDate: Monthly, on the second Tuesday of the month Time: 6:30 p.m. Location/Platform: Virtual Zoom Classroom The only thing better than reading a fascinating natural history book (and there are so many of them!) is getting to discuss it with a wonderful group of like-minded people. We can help you do that! Join one of […]
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Master Naturalist Club
Montana Natural History CenterDate: Monthly, on the second Wednesday of the month Time: 2:00-4:00 p.m. Location: Various - contact club host Share outdoor explorations and learning experiences with other curious naturalists at our monthly Master Naturalist Club! We will connect with experts and hone our skills, meeting at field locations around Missoula. This club is only open to […]
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Nature Journaling Club
Montana Natural History CenterDates: Weekly, on Thursdays* Time: 10:00-11:30 a.m. Location: Missoula, various sites – contact club host Cost: FREE Join us in this creative, relaxing, and observational activity that blends art and science. No art background is needed! Bring curiosity to learn more about our natural surroundings. Observations are recorded in a personal journal, with sketches, notes, […]
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Nature Writing “Hush Hour(s)”
Montana Natural History CenterDate: Second Monday of the Month Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location: Montana Natural History Center Cost: Free, but please register Register here. Whatever genre you prefer — poetry, essay, prose, flash, etc. — writing can help us connect with and reflect on our natural surroundings in deeply personal, unexpected, rewarding ways. But finding […]
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miniNaturalist Pre-K Program
Montana Natural History CenterThe miniNaturalist pre-K program encourages curiosity for the natural world. Dates: Every Tuesday, September – May Time: 10:00-11:00 am Location: Montana Natural History Center, 120 Hickory Street. The miniNaturalist program encourages curiosity for the natural world through exploration and play. We sing songs, read books, play games, and develop skills with art and science tools. […]
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