Events

Our Exploring Your World: Past and Present Homeschool Class Series is back for 2025–2026—packed with hands-on learning, real artifacts, and BIG discoveries! 🌍 From Leonardo da Vinci and Ancient China to Armor Through the Ages and Reptiles & Amphibians, each month brings a new adventure in science and history. A La , ...

Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum , ...

Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum , ...

Dig deeper and experience history through the lens of historical fiction. Each month, we enjoy stimulating conversation and view artifacts from the Berman collection that directly relate to that month’s book. History comes to life when we learn the stories behind the events; it’s anything but boring! Pre-registrati , ...

The beloved Aesop’s fable, The Tortoise and the Hare, comes to life with our Animal Ambassadors! Come cheer on our rabbit or our tortoises as they race for the ultimate bragging rights! This program is included with museum admission and free for AM&G members. , ...

Come enjoy a tasty snack with an Educational Interpreter and several of our resident animal ambassadors. Learn about our Adopt-an-Ambassador program by enjoying an up-close encounter with our furry friends. Hear stories about their journeys to becoming part of the education team at the Anniston Museum of Natural Histor , ...

Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum , ...

Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum , ...

Did you know that the Anniston Museums and Gardens is home to a variety of live reptiles, mammals, and birds?  Make plans to join us in the exhibit halls on the 2nd Saturday of each month between 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to meet and learn about one of our animal ambassadors. You never know who will be featured!    This , ...

Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum , ...

Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum , ...

Join LBG garden liaison Hayes Jackson for a guided walk through the Longleaf Botanical Gardens and explore the seasonal blooms. We’ll start in the Tropical Courtyard Garden with a special focus on diverse varieties of ginger lilies. After the tour, stop by the LBG greenhouses to purchase your own ginger lily divi , ...

Third Thursday is Plant Sale day! Support the growth of the Longleaf Botanical Gardens and your gardening green thumb by purchasing plants! We have a variety of trees, shrubs, natives, tropicals, and more! Plant Sales are at the LBG Greenhouses from 10:00am – 5:00pm. Directions: Drive up Museum Drive. Pass the Anniston , ...

Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled due to low registration. We appreciate your understanding and hope you’ll join us for future programs!   What is kokedama? Come learn about this Japanese horticulture practice that is artsy and fun. We will provide all the supplies you need to create your own lil’ bundl , ...

An artifact can be appreciated at first glance—but what deeper stories does it hold? Join AM&G Education Director Aimee Grey to discover how to look beyond the surface and uncover the hidden insights artifacts can reveal. Explore a fresh perspective that brings history to life in unexpected ways.   This progra , ...

Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum , ...

Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum , ...

Get ready to catch some fun at Saturday Alive! Pokémon Edition! Inspired by the creatures of the Pokémon world, this wild encounter highlights real-life animal ambassadors that share traits with fan-favorite Pokémon. From speedy reptiles to clever birds, you’ll discover just how magical nature can be. Included wi , ...

Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum , ...

Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum , ...

Experience Way of the Samurai before it’s gone and delve deeper into this elite warrior class from feudal Japan! Join our Educational Interpreters for interactive activities and stories in the temporary gallery anytime between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm. What’s the Story is included with museum admission and free for AM&G , ...

Come enjoy a tasty snack with an educational interpreter and several of our resident animal ambassadors.  Learn about our Adopt-an-Ambassador program by enjoying an up-close encounter with these laid-back reptiles. Hear stories about their journeys to becoming part of the education team at the Anniston Museum of Natura , ...

Join Alabama Audubon Program Coordinator Andrew Lydeard to cover the basics of using two of birding’s most popular mobile apps, Merlin Bird ID & eBird Mobile Apps. Andrew will dive into the basics of the Merlin Bird ID App, including downloading bird “packs”, using the field guide functions, and t , ...