Lectures and Workshops

Adult Lectures & Family Friendly Talks

First Wednesday each month, 7 p.m.

For the Inquisitive Naturalist, a monthly lecture series, features both professional and amateur experts on a variety of nature related topics, ranging from the natural history of local toads or snakes to astronomy and climate change. Join us for an engaging and informative evening. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments are served.

Upcoming Talks (printable PDF)

December 5 - A Guide to Backyard Wildlife in Houston with Eric Duran

January 9 - Bats: The Only Flying Mammals with Cullen Geiselman

February 6 - Biomimicry - Emulating Nature's Genius to Inspire Innovation for a Sustainable Future with Linda Paisley

During the summer months (June, July, and August) our For the Inquisitive Naturalist talks are family friendly- focusing on topics interesting to both parents and their children. During the Summer of 2012, our July and August talks were part of two special family-friendly Nature Nights at the Center. Nature Night activities started at 6:30pm and included live animals, crafts, nature walks, discovery room visits and themed snacks! These nature nights were well attended and brought in many new visitors. We hope to continue these next year.

Science Educator Workshops

Center Staff offer a variety of training workshops for classroom educators, home school parents, and student teachers who want to incorporate more hands-on science explorations in their classes.

Workshops are based on national as well as locally developed curricula, and each comes with a curriculum/activity guide. Participants earn four to six hours of SBEC credit.

Our 2012-2013 Science Educator Workshop Schedule and Program Details (PDF)

Register online for one of our upcoming teacher workshops today.

Last Updated on Wednesday, December 05, 2012 04:03 PM