Hahn Hall of Biodiversity now open

The Hahn Hall of Biodiversity is now open at the Virginia Museum of Natural History in Martinsville. The museum's newest permanent exhibit explores the concept of biodiversity through dozens of African wildlife specimens, as well as interactive elements, including a touch display.

2010-2011 VMNH Education Guide now available

The 2010-2011 VMNH Education Guide is now available as a PDF download. The Education Guide is also printed and distributed to teachers in surrounding school systems.

Museum to re-open on Sundays beginning September 5

The museum will re-open to the public on Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. beginning September 5. Museum visitors will be able to take a guided behind-the-scenes-tour each Sunday at 2 p.m. from September 5 to December 31, 2010.

Tickets now available for Jurassic Pork Barbeque and Chili Cook-off

Tickets and team slots are now available for the VMNH Foundation's Jurassic Pork Barbeque and Chili Cook-off to be held outside the museum on Saturday, October 23 from 5 to 10 p.m.

Next 'Screen on the Green' is September 24

Don't miss out on the next 'Screen on the Green' at Hooker Field in Martinsville on Friday, September 24 at 8 p.m. Activities begin at 7 p.m.

3rd Annual "Take A Child Outside Week" is September 24-30

The Martinsville-Henry County Community Nature Initiative is celebrating "Take A Child Outside Week" from Friday, September 24 through Thursday, September 30.

Registration ongoing for Cemetery Workshop

Registration is ongoing for the upcoming Cemetery Conservation and Documentation Workshop will be held both at the Virginia Museum of Natural History and at Oakwood Cemetery on September 10 and 11.