• Heard Museum Members-Only Halloween Ticket Presale Ends

    Sep 29th, 2016
    9:00am - 10:00am
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    As a special Heard Museum member benefit, a Heard Museum members-only presale for Halloween at the Heard tickets will be offered from September 20-29. Over the last few years, this event has sold out several days before the event. This presale provides Heard Museum members with first access to tickets to this popular event. Tickets purchased by members during the presale will also be discounted $1 per ticket! This offer will only be available by email. If you are a Heard Museum Member and do not regularly receive our emails, please be sure to contact us. If you're not a Heard Museum Member, join now (be sure to provide your email address) to receive your exclusive invitation!

    For more information about the event, click here.

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  • Public Ticketing Opens for Halloween at the Heard

    Sep 30th, 2016
    9:00am - 10:00am
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
    Halloween at the Heard tickets are required for entry to this event (for all attendees). Over the last few years, this event has sold out several days before the event, so be sure to get yours early! For event information, click here.
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  • Nature Story Time

    Sep 30th, 2016
    10:30am - 11:00am
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Nature Story Times are designed primarily for young children and will introduce a different nature-themed book each week. During many of the story times, a puppet, live animal or enrichment items will be included to enhance the experience. These programs should last approximately 30-45 minutes depending on the book covered. 

    These programs are included in general admission and free for Heard Museum Members.

    Story Times are available for groups of 10 or more by reservation only. Please contact us at info@heardmuseum.org for more information.

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  • Butterfly House Closes for the Season

    Oct 1st, 2016
    9:00am - 9:20am
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
    The Native Texas Butterfly House will close on October 1 (date extended from September 25). Don't miss your chance to walk among free-flying native butterflies and other pollinators in our Native Texas Butterfly House & Garden. Click here for more information.
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  • Scouting Workshop: Webelos - Into the Woods

    Oct 1st, 2016
    10:00am - Noon
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Interested in earning a badge or looking for a fun nature-based activity for your group? Our badge workshops might be just what you need. Each two hour workshop is specifically geared to meet the requirements for the listed organization’s badge, but they are open to any interested groups. Dates offered: September through May, as scheduled. Preregistration required.

    Registration form

    Fee: $15 per scout, $12 per adult.  For every 10 paid scouts, get one (1) adult free. This price includes museum admission for the day. Each scout must have a responsible adult in attendance at the workshop; one adult may bring up to 10 scouts.

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  • Butterfly Talk: Amazing Monarchs

    Oct 1st, 2016
    10:00am - 11:00am
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Discover more about our state butterfly, their migration pattern, life cycle & how you can help protect their habitat. Designed primarily for adults. Interested youth may attend with an adult. May not be suitable for children younger than 10 years. Talks are led by Melanie Schuchart, one of our key butterfly volunteers. Each presentation will last about an hour followed by a walk through the butterfly house and garden.

    Included in general admission and free for Heard Museum members. No preregistration required.

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  • Scouting Workshop: Webelos - Into the Wild

    Oct 1st, 2016
    2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Interested in earning a badge or looking for a fun nature-based activity for your group? Our badge workshops might be just what you need. Each two hour workshop is specifically geared to meet the requirements for the listed organization’s badge, but they are open to any interested groups. Dates offered: September through May, as scheduled. Preregistration required.

    Registration form

    Fee: $15 per scout, $12 per adult.  For every 10 paid scouts, get one (1) adult free. This price includes museum admission for the day. Each scout must have a responsible adult in attendance at the workshop; one adult may bring up to 10 scouts.

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  • Nature Story Time

    Oct 7th, 2016
    10:30am - 11:00am
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Nature Story Times are designed primarily for young children and will introduce a different nature-themed book each week. During many of the story times, a puppet, live animal or enrichment items will be included to enhance the experience. These programs should last approximately 30-45 minutes depending on the book covered. 

    These programs are included in general admission and free for Heard Museum Members.

    Story Times are available for groups of 10 or more by reservation only. Please contact us at info@heardmuseum.org for more information.

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  • 2nd Saturday Bird Walk

    Oct 8th, 2016
    8:00am - 9:00am
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    If you've ever had an interest in birding but haven't known where to start, this is a great opportunity to learn some basics. This is also a great program for those who have been birding for a while and would like some pointers. Second Saturday Bird Walks are designed to help beginning and intermediate birders with bird spotting and ID techniques.

    No reservations are required, but you must arrive on time (8 a.m.). This walk is included in general admission and is free for Heard Museum members. Second Saturday Bird Walks are only offered September through May each year. For more information about birding at the Heard, click here. 

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  • Scouting Workshop: Webelos - Earth Rocks!

    Oct 8th, 2016
    10:00am - Noon
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Interested in earning a badge or looking for a fun nature-based activity for your group? Our badge workshops might be just what you need. Each two hour workshop is specifically geared to meet the requirements for the listed organization’s badge, but they are open to any interested groups. Dates offered: September through May, as scheduled. Preregistration required.

    Registration form

    Fee: $15 per scout, $12 per adult.  For every 10 paid scouts, get one (1) adult free. This price includes museum admission for the day. Each scout must have a responsible adult in attendance at the workshop; one adult may bring up to 10 scouts.

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  • Guided Trail

    Oct 8th, 2016
    2:00pm - 3:00pm
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Experience the ecology, geology, flora and fauna of the Heard Sanctuary. Led by our trained guides, your group will spend 45-60 minutes hiking our unique landscape.  Preregistration required.

    Click here for additional information

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  • Ropes Course Adventure Day

    Oct 9th, 2016
    1:00pm - 4:00pm
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Click here to register

    During Adventure Days, guests will be able to participate in the Power Pole, Giant's Ladder, and the Bessie Climbing Tree. The Bessie Climbing Tree has climbing holds attached to a 200 year old Bur Oak and is a unique climbing experience. Individuals and small groups (comprised of nine or less persons) are welcome to participate in our pre-scheduled Adventure Days. Reservations are required for these programs. $35 per person.

    See our ropes course information page for information about the next scheduled programs or for information on how to book a custom program for your group of 10+.

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  • National Fossil Day Celebration

    Oct 9th, 2016
    1:30pm - 4:00pm
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Come explore the exciting world of fossils with members of the Dallas Paleontological Society. Learn about ancient teeth, see casts of animals, and become a member of the "PIT" Crew (Paleontologists in Training). You can even bring in your own fossils and have them identified. DPS will also be giving away free fossils (while supplies last)! Event open to the public 1:30-4 p.m.

    This event is included in general admission and free for Heard Museum Members.

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  • Sheriff Box Shoot-Out "Fore" Kids Golf Tournament benefiting the Heard

    Oct 11th, 2016
    11:00am - Noon
    Stonebridge Ranch Country Club, McKinney, TX

    The Sheriff Box Shoot-Out "Fore" Kids Golf Tournament benefits these four Collin County Charities:

    • CASA of Collin County
    • Heard Natural Science Museum
    • Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County
    • Wellness Center for Older Adults

    Since its inception in 1993, this tournament has raised over $2,122,600! Without your participation this tournament would not be the success it has become today.

    Click here for event flyer and registration form.

    To support this event, please mail the registration/sponsorship form to Randy Clark, P.O. Box 1872, McKinney, Texas 75069 or call (214) 240-2347. We request that all checks be made payable to: Sheriff Box Shoot-Out. You may also email forms or questions to: tboxshootout4kids@yahoo.com

    ABOUT THE TOURNAMENT

    FLORIDA SCRAMBLE: One shotgun start for all players. Top three teams will receive prize money based on net scores and prize money will be given for low gross.

    PRIZES: HOLE-IN-ONE CHALLENGE: Win a new Chevrolet Camaro or Silverado Pickup. Compliments of El Dorado Chevrolet! www.eldoradochevrolet.com.

    CLOSEST-TO-THE-PIN: Be one of two golfers to win a pair of tickets to a Dallas Mavericks game for being closest to the pin on a short par 3. Compliments of Bob Tomes Ford!

    CLOSEST TO THE HOLE: Two golfers‘ names will be drawn at random prior to tee
    off and the golfer who putts "Closest to the Hole" wins $400. Compliments of Thomason Tire of McKinney!

    MANY GREAT DOOR PRIZES AND RAFFLE ITEMS!
    LUNCH: For lunch, Stonebridge Ranch Country Club will be selling box lunches for a nominal fee.
    DINNER: Join us for a BBQ buffet after all players have returned from play for awards,
    door prizes and raffle items!

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  • Nature Story Time

    Oct 14th, 2016
    10:30am - 11:00am
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Nature Story Times are designed primarily for young children and will introduce a different nature-themed book each week. During many of the story times, a puppet, live animal or enrichment items will be included to enhance the experience. These programs should last approximately 30-45 minutes depending on the book covered. 

    These programs are included in general admission and free for Heard Museum Members.

    Story Times are available for groups of 10 or more by reservation only. Please contact us at info@heardmuseum.org for more information.

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  • Third Saturday Nature Talk: Fossils

    Oct 15th, 2016
    9:30am - 10:30am
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    In this talk, learn what fossils are, which ones can be found in this area and learn a few basic ID skills. 

    These programs (unless otherwise noted) are open to the public and are free with paid general admission or Heard Museum Membership. Many of these programs will have an outside component. Please dress appropriately. Click here to preregister (required). These talks begin at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise listed.

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  • Museum closes early at 3 p.m.

    Oct 15th, 2016
    3:00pm - 6:00pm
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
    The museum will close early at 3 p.m. to the public on October 15th to prepare for Halloween at the Heard. The museum will not reopen until the special event begins at 6 p.m. Click here for more info.
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  • Halloween at the Heard

    Oct 15th, 2016
    6:00pm - 10:00pm
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Experience Collin County’s premier family-friendly Halloween event at Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary. Halloween at the Heard features a safe environment to experience the joy of trick-or-treating along the eerie Dinosaurs Live! Live-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs trail. Families will enjoy an evening full of fun activities including a presentation of a family-friendly movie on the Heard's outdoor amphitheater stage.

    Halloween at the Heard event tickets required for all attendees.

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  • Nature Story Time

    Oct 21st, 2016
    10:30am - 11:00am
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Nature Story Times are designed primarily for young children and will introduce a different nature-themed book each week. During many of the story times, a puppet, live animal or enrichment items will be included to enhance the experience. These programs should last approximately 30-45 minutes depending on the book covered. 

    These programs are included in general admission and free for Heard Museum Members.

    Story Times are available for groups of 10 or more by reservation only. Please contact us at info@heardmuseum.org for more information.

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  • Zip Line Day

    Oct 22nd, 2016
    1:00pm - 4:00pm
    Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

    Click here to register

    Soar through the treetops of the Heard Wildlife Sanctuary as you travel down the Ropes Course's zip line! Purchase one ticket for each time you would like to go down the zip line. $12 per person. Preregistration required and spots are limited. For ages 10+; see ropes course program information page for information on size requirements.

    See our ropes course information page for information about the next scheduled programs or for information on how to book a custom program for your group of 10+.

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