Out of School Programs
2024 | December 27, 28, 30, 31
Educational programs to keep children learning while on school breaks!
Meet the Animals
December 27, 30 – $5 per participant
- 10:00am
- 11:00am
- 1:00pm
- 2:00pm
December 28 – $5 per participant
- 10:00am
- 11:00am
- 3:00pm
- 4:00pm
New Years Eve
December 31 – $7 per child
- Grades PreK – 3rd
- 10:00am
- 11:15am
- Grades 4th – 8th
- 1:00pm
- 2:15pm
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
Winter Solstice (SunWatch)
December 21 | 7:00am – 12:00pm
Celebrate the Winter Solstice at SunWatch Village on December 21st!
Watch the sunrise at 7:55a in the village on the shortest day of the year and prepare to welcome back longer days and more sunshine.
At sunrise on the winter solstice, the Center Pole, located in the middle of the village complex, casts a shadow through the doorway of the Solstice house on the western side. We invite you to experience this incredible event like the SunWatch people did 800 years ago.
SunWatch admission will be FREE from 7a-12p. (Regular admission applies from 12p-4p).
Coffee and donuts will be provided for those who would like to watch the sunrise!
Sensory Sundays
2024 | 10:00am – 2:00pm
Sensory Sundays provide increased accessibility for those with sensory sensitivities to enjoy the museum without large crowds or extra stimuli. Our planetarium and Science Theater will be open and provide opportunities to experience public programs tailored for Sensory Sundays. Support backpacks are also available at our Admissions desk, for Sensory Sundays or on any other day the museum is open to the public.
2024 Dates:
December 8
2025 Dates:
- January 12
- February 9
- March 9
- April 13
- May 11
- June 8
- July 13
- August 10
- September 14
- October 12
- November 9
- December 14
Regular Admission applies:
Children (3-17) $12.00
Adults $15.00
Seniors (60+) $13.00
Children (2 & Under) Free
DSNH Members are FREE
ABC Night | January 11, 2025
Join us for our next ABC Night at the Museum on January 11, 2025 | 6:30p – 9:00p
$150 per couple
Hosted by Jason and Tia Trimbach, ABC Night brings together rare and unique bourbons, natural history, and philanthropy.
With over 100 different bourbons to sample, you and guest receive rare and traditional tastes and a behind the scenes Boonshoft sneak peek. Learn about what exciting projects are on the horizon and experience the museum after dark!
We will have a beautiful charcuterie spread provided by our Eco Eatery to compliment our bourbon selections.
Beer, wine, soda and other beverages will also be available. All food and beverage is included in the ticket price.
Join us for one our most popular events and help support Boonshoft’s Mission to create and provide meaningful learning experiences for all ages.
For group transportation to private events, our partners at CharterUP offer services in Cincinnati, Columbus, and most major cities.
2024 Dates Museum will be CLOSED
Sunday, March 31 – Easter Holiday
Saturday, August 24 – Eco Bash Annual Fundraiser
Wednesday, September 4 – All Day Staff Training
Thursday, November 28 – Thanksgiving Holiday
Tuesday, December 24 – Christmas Eve
Wednesday, December 25 – Christmas Day
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 – New Year’s Day