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!
Valentine’s Under the Stars
2025 | February 14
6:30pm & 8:30pm showings
Share the stars with your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day at the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery! Enjoy a romantic evening in our planetarium featuring a live presentation with historic storytelling using the stars themselves.
Out of School Program: Meet the Animals
2025 | February 17
Program times:
- 10:00am – 10:30am
- 11:00am – 11:30am
- 3:00pm – 3:30pm
These programs are NOT included with General Admission.
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
Volcano: A Science Comedy Show by Ben Miller
April 4 | 7:00pm – 8:00pm
$20 per ticket
In 2023, Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, the first ever stand-up comedian ever selected. This was probably a terrible idea on their part.
Come watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, cats, cookies, and more. And yes that photo is real. Ben has made people laugh in front of a burning lava lake and he is not afraid of you.
Ben Miller is an NYC based scientist turned comedian who has been working for the past 8 years. In that time, he has performed at all the top clubs in the city such as Broadway Comedy Club, Carolines, and The Stand. Ben was once ranked as the top roast battler in NYC. He has a degree in Materials Science and Engineering, worked on a science bus, 3D printed cookies and has diffused a few bar fights while on stage. In 2022, Ben Miller’s debut hour, Stand-Up Science, had a completely sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and he now tours internationally.
This show is recommended for ages 18+
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