June’s Museum Xtra features Fatal Fashion! We’ve all experienced the phenomenon of looking back and questioning our style choices. Using the historic collection of the National Mississippi River Museum &… Read the full story »
Ice Dinosaurs Discovery (1st-2nd grade and 3rd-5th grade)
Travel back to the icy world of the Late Cretaceous and uncover the secrets of dinosaurs that once roamed the Arctic Circle! In this thrilling camp, we’ll explore how these… Read the full story »
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Summer Day Camp – KinderKamp – Junior Paleontologists (entering Kindergarten)
Grab your sun hats, magnifying glasses, and brushes, and step into the shoes of a Junior Paleontologist for the day! Join us as we embark on an exciting adventure to… Read the full story »
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Frozen in Time: Dinosaurs of the Arctic with Paleontologist Dr. Greg Erickson
10 AM – 10:30 AM & 1 PM – 1:30 PM Experience a never-before-seen presentation by world-renowned dinosaur paleontologist Dr. Greg Erickson about his discoveries of Arctic-dwelling dinosaurs. Dr. Erickson will… Read the full story »
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Low Sensory Morning
The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium welcomes anyone who may benefit from a sensory-friendly environment to a series of Sensory Days. Across campus at both the Mississippi River Discovery… Read the full story »
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Museum After Hours
The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium is offering extended hours on Thursdays this summer from June 5 – July 31! *excludes July 3, 2025 Enjoy all the museum has… Read the full story »
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Ballet Des Moines Summer STEM Tour
Ballet Des Moines will present their free 2025 Summer STEM Tour: “See the Music” on June 1 from 5-8 PM at the Alliant Amphitheater in the Port of Dubuque. From… Read the full story »
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Native Plant Sale
Join us for the 3rd Annual Native Plant Sale hosted by our Conservation Programs Department! Choose from a variety of native plant species starting at just $2 per plug, grown… Read the full story »
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Members Only Exhibit Preview Ice Dinosaurs: The Lost World of the Alaskan Arctic
Members are invited to preview the Ice Dinosaurs: The Lost World of the Alaskan Arctic exhibit before it opens to the general public! This exclusive event offers you the chance… Read the full story »
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Yoga in the Center
Bring your yoga mat and relax! Yoga instructor Izzy Metcalf will be leading participants in a relaxing yoga session at the Hurstville Interpretive Center. No experience is necessary, but participants… Read the full story »
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