HOUSTON, TX — Curious minds unite – it’ll be a jam-packed June at HMNS, filled with plenty of science fun. Start off the month strong by sweating it out with Mind Over Matter, our energizing new summer workout series, and then stomp on over for T. rex Week. Have a totally tubular time at “Mixers & Elixirs: ’90s Night,” with live music and food trucks. Experience the longest day of the year at our summer solstice celebration on the sundial, and enjoy a (morning) walk on the wild side with a “Meet & Eat” in Extreme Animals Alive, which includes breakfast and an exclusive tour. This June is going to be epic.
Check out our website for our full schedule of events and exhibitions.
HMNS Hermann Park | All summer long (first class is Thursday, May 29 | 6:30 p.m.)
Energize your body and mind each week with a dynamic workout session set among our incredible exhibits! From Yoga and Zumba to Pilates and more, each class blends movement with science, exploring the biomechanics behind every stretch, squat, and step.
After your workout, cool down with a refreshing juice and lap around the highlighted exhibit of the night, where you’ll uncover the science of strength, endurance, and evolution.
Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, this is the perfect place to connect with fellow fitness and science lovers all summer long.
*All classes are 18+
- Event: T.rex Week
HMNS Hermann Park | June 2 – June 8
Get ready to stomp into summer with T. rex Week at the Houston Museum of Natural Science!
Join us in celebrating the “tyrant lizard king,” a favorite of kids from 1 to 100. Explore our world-class paleontology hall and meet our five resident Tyrannosaurs, including Houston’s hometown hero “Wyrex.”
With a range of “dino-mite” events and activities, there’s something for the whole family!
HMNS Hermann Park | Friday, June 6 | 7:00 – 11:00 p.m
Ready to hear the 411? ’90s Night is coming to HMNS! Jam out between the dinosaurs with tunes from DJ P. Charm & DJ Griffin, all while channeling the iconic styles of Cher or the Fresh Prince. Sip on themed cocktails from our cash bars, grab some fly bites from the food tents, and relive the glory days with some classic ’90s games.
Feeling nostalgic? We’ve got you covered at the Wortham Giant Screen Theatre, where you can catch Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion (1997) all night long. Or, if you’re in the mood for something different, check out the cool visuals at the Burke Baker Planetarium, all included in your ticket.
So grab your friends and get ready for a night filled with good vibes and great memories. It’s going to be a blast reliving the ’90s, so don’t miss out!
*Food & Beverage not included. This event is for adults 21 or older.
HMNS Hermann Park | Saturday, June 21 | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Join HMNS astronomers for seasonal celebrations! Meet the group at the Cockrell Sundial at the museum entrance. This event is weather dependent and may be cancelled without notice due to inclement weather or poor visibility.
Free admission. No ticket required. Open to the public.
HMNS Hermann Park | Saturday, June 21 | 8:30 a.m.
Jump into a real-life graphic novel where animals have wild superpowers! Think shapeshifting, glowing, mind control, and more. Meet live creatures up close–some you know, some you’ve never seen before–and find out how their weird and wonderful skills help them hunt, hide, and survive. Speed, stealth, or slime–who has the edge?
Includes breakfast, an exclusive tour with Museum docents, and special early access to the exhibit before it opens to the public.
All ages. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. No refunds.
For questions, please contact Sami Mesarwi at smesarwi@hmns.org or (281) 684-0430.
About Houston Museum of Natural Science
The Houston Museum of Natural Science—one of the nation’s most heavily attended museums—is a centerpiece of the Houston Museum District. With four floors of permanent exhibit halls, and the Wortham Giant Screen Theatre, Cockrell Butterfly Center, Burke Baker Planetarium and George Observatory and as host to world-class and ever-changing touring exhibitions, the Museum has something to delight every age group. With such diverse and extraordinary offerings, a trip to the Houston Museum of Natural Science, located at 5555 Hermann Park Drive in the heart of the Museum District, is always an adventure.
###