Nature Center

Step into a world full of magical and marvelous creatures! Meet the animal ambassadors that are often misunderstood as spooky, slimy, or scary, and uncover some of the “magical” abilities that help them survive in the wild. After, we’ll venture out on a guided night hike to search for these creatures in their natural habitat and discover why they play an essential role in healthy ecosystems. Then, enjoy s’mores around the campfire.​   Location: Briar Bush Nature Center ​Date: Friday, October 23, 2026 Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm Cost: $17.50 | Abington Resident: $15.75 | BBNC Member: $14.00​ White Space.png Notes: This program requires registration for participants ages 2+. Children under 2 years of age do not require registration and are free of charge. If registering children, adult registration is required; this is not a drop-off program. The program will take place both indoors and outdoors, rain or shine, for varying durations of time. Please dress appropriately for the weather. You will be contacted in the case of cancellation due to extreme weather. The campfire is weather dependent. The indoor portion of the program will take place on the first floor of the Museum (accessible). Trail surfaces include asphalt (accessible), woodchips, gravel, compacted soil, exposed roots, and/or water bars. The trails may be sloped/uneven. Registration closes 10/23/26 at 12:00pm. Questions or need help registering? Call 215-887-6603.

You've heard of pumpkin carving, but what about pumpkin SCIENCE? The whole family is invited to engage in some hands-on (and at times messy) science exploration focused on your favorite fall gourd: the pumpkin! Each family will work with their own pumpkin though a series of activities including scientific observation, a guided pumpkin dissection, and a pumpkin seed investigation! And yes, you'll get the chance to carve your pumpkin at the end of our experiments. This lab program is filled with testing, inquiry, and messy fun for everyone! The cost of registration is per pumpkin for a family of up to four people, making this a fun, shared experience for siblings and caregivers! Please note, end times are approximate. Registration closes October 22nd.