EVENT POSTPONED Burke NiteLife: FIRE Friday, March 20 7–11 PM This Burke NiteLife is on FIRE! Chat with Burke experts about fire-y topics like tiny bacteria that thrive in extreme heat, fish that generate their own light, and more. Learn More
Members' Behind-the-Scenes Night 2020 Wednesday, February 26 5:30–8:30 PM Our most popular member event is back! Get closer to everything you love about the Burke at our first Behind-the-Scenes night in the new building. Learn More
Burke NiteLife: EARTH Friday, January 24 7–11 PM Get a close-up look at our planet at this rockin' after-hours party. Learn More
Artist Studio Inside the Glass CANCELLED Step inside the Artist Studio doors and chat with visiting artists as they work. Learn More
I Dig Dinos: Dino Environments Sunday, April 26 10 AM – 2 PM Dig into this exciting topic with hands-on activities you can do at home! Learn More
Fossil Finders | Mesozoic Monsters Sunday, January 26, 2025 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Learn about the mighty animals of the Mesozoic. Learn More
Winter-Themed Activities Now – January 5 Daily, times vary Enter the Ice Age or the snowy forest with fun winter-themed, self-guided activities and crafts for all ages. Learn More
Holiday Pop-Up Market Sunday, December 15 10 AM – 5 PM Buy a meaningful and unique holiday gift while supporting Indigenous and Native artists and the Burke Museum! Learn More
Paleontology Inside the Glass Sunday, December 8 1:30–4:30 PM Step inside the Paleontology Collection Workroom doors to chat with research staff and volunteers working with collections. Learn More
Archaeology Inside the Glass Saturday, December 14 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM Step inside the Archaeology Collection Workroom and chat with research staff and volunteers working with collections. Learn More