The wildly popular Nature Connections series is offered monthly on Sunday afternoons. These programs are free* and open to the public! Each Nature Connections program may include:
- A guest presenter featuring subject matter delivered at a level for adults (beginners and experienced alike).
- Presentations, hands-on displays, and information from local experts and organizations.
- Themed activities tailored for children and families; these may include “touch tables”, games, arts, crafts, stories, and even music and drama.
- Specimens and artifacts from natural history collections.
- Live critters.
- Experienced professionals to answer questions and guide your discoveries of the natural world.
The expert lecture, tailored for adults (beginners and experienced alike) begins at a set time. All other activities are designed for a “stop in when you can” / “stay as long as you like” experience. Each Nature Connections features a different theme. Topics range from the earth to the sky; wildlife to plants; the ancient to the new.
2026 Nature Connections:
April 19 | Birds of Prey
May 24 | World Turtle Day
June 28 | Clubapolooza
August 30 | Shark Fest
September 27 | Life Under a Rock
October 11 | National Fossil Day
December 27 | Teeth and Bones
Nature Connections began with a generous financial gift from the Estate of Harry Blumenthal. Mr. Blumenthal had a life-long appreciation of and interaction with nature and environmental protection. The Natural History Society of Maryland is honored to help share his love of nature and environmental protection via these programs.
Nature Connections is made possible through grants. Thank you to the citizens of Baltimore County for your support.
If you are interested in sponsoring Nature Connections, email nhsm@marylandnature.org
*If a particular special activity requires a fee, it will be posted in the event details.