Hedgehog Day
2025 | February 2
Join us for our Annual Hedgehog Day celebration!
Schedule of Events:
- Seating will begin at noon
- 12:30pm – Hedgehog proclamation
- 12:40pm – Walnut the four-toed hedgehog meet and greet
- 12:50pm – Meet some additional ambassador animals and their keepers!
This event is included with general admission.
Jurassic Quest
2025 | February 7-9
Dinosaurs are invading Dayton, and you’re invited to join the adventure! Jurassic Quest, the world’s largest and most popular dinosaur event will take over the Dayton Convention Center, offering unforgettable experiences for the whole family.
When you purchase your tickets using the code DSNH30, you’ll save 30% AND help support the Dayton Society of Natural History–10% of every discounted ticket sale goes directly to DSNH programs. Act now before this event goes extinct!
Sensory Sundays
2025 | 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.
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
For group transportation to private events, our partners at CharterUP offer services in Cincinnati, Columbus, and most major cities.
2025 Dates Museum will be CLOSED
Sunday, April 20 – Easter Holiday
Saturday, August 23 – Eco Bash Annual Fundraiser
To Be Determined – All Day Staff Training
Thursday, November 27 – Thanksgiving Holiday
Wednesday, December 24 – Christmas Eve
Thursday, December 25 – Christmas Day
Thursday, January 1, 2026 – New Year’s Day