Member Events

Family Fun Galore: Exclusive Events and Engaging Exhibits

Discover a World of Entertainment and Education at HMNS

Are you looking for exciting activities to enjoy with your family in Houston? Look no further! Join us at HMNS and experience a wide range of unique events exclusively designed for our members. From the adventure-filled World Trekkers to the fun-filled Member Nights, we have something for everyone. Explore the upcoming events listed below and mark your calendars for unforgettable family experiences. In addition to our special events, we also offer exhibit-themed activities that are bound to bring joy and happiness to the entire family. At HMNS, we are dedicated to providing high-quality family entertainment and education to the community. Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery as you explore our engaging exhibits and enjoy the exciting programs we have planned for the upcoming months. We can’t wait to share the wonders of science and culture with you and create lasting memories for your family.

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Upcoming Member Events

Second Saturdays

2ND SATURDAY is for Members!

Opening at 8:00 a.m. for Members only.

On the second Saturday of each month at our main location in Hermann Park, HMNS will open one hour early for members only! See the museum’s permanent exhibitions—always free for members—before the crowds.

Make the most of your Membership and join us for 2nd Saturday for free

*Special Exhibits, Wortham Giant Screen Theatre, Cockrell Butterfly Center, and the Burke Baker Planetarium are not included in early access.

Second Saturday: T. rex
June 14, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

June is all about T. rex Week—and what better way to end it with a bang than at our Member Second Saturday? Join us for a dino-mite morning as you explore the Morian Hall of Paleontology before the crowds roll in! Chat with our knowledgeable volunteers and ask all your burning dinosaur questions—no fossil fact is too big or small.

Need a break from roaming with the giants? Stop by our craft station and create your very own dinosaur… out of a paper plate!

Event is subject to change at any time due to unforeseen circumstances.

Second Saturday: Shark Week

July 12, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

End your Shark Week celebration by joining us early for Second Saturday, an exclusive perk for HMNS Members! Enjoy a peaceful morning exploring the museum before the crowds arrive, giving you time to take it all in at your own pace.

Visit our amazing volunteers in the Malacology Hall to learn about the vital role shells play in our ecosystems, and explore our fascinating, curated collection. Then, head over to Glassell Hall to create your very own shark face craft beneath our stunning aquatic life exhibit.

Event is subject to change at any time due to unforeseen circumstances.

Highlighting High Flyers

Thursday, May 22, 2025 | 6:30 p.m.

Join us for a fun-filled evening as the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Houston Arboretum come together to celebrate our feathered friends, native plants, and the amazing local wildlife surrounding us!

The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is a 155-acre nonprofit nature sanctuary located just miles from downtown Houston. Our dual mission is to provide nature education to people of all ages and to protect and enhance the Arboretum as a haven for native plants and wildlife. Come and have some fun with us as we explore gardening that benefits hummingbirds and work on a delightful hummingbird craft to take home!

Don’t miss this special event open to HMNS and Houston Arboretum members.

*Only exhibit open for this event will be Farish Hall of Texas Wildlife

*Free parking for this event

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Member Night: The Good Dinosaur Film (2015)

Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 6:30 p.m.

Sure, movies may not always get the science exactly right—but who says imagination can’t take us on a prehistoric journey? Escape the summer sizzle and cool off in the Wortham Giant Screen Theatre as we dive into the dino-tastic world of The Good Dinosaur (2015)!

Before the lights dim, stroll over to our Periodic Table Grab-and-Go to purchase some scientifically delicious snacks.

Then sit back, relax, and join Arlo and Spot on a heartwarming, wild adventure to find their way home—and maybe discover a little courage along the way.

*Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the movie will start at 7:00 p.m.
*Periodic Table will be open until 8:00 p.m. for purchases
*Only Wortham Giant Screen Theatre will be open this evening

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