Wild Wonders
2026-04-25 10:00 - 10:05, 2026-05-30 10:00 - 10:05, 2026-06-27 10:00 - 10:05 (America/New_York) | SC
Instead of a Saturday morning cartoon, tune in to learn about a plant or animal from the Carolinas and beyond. Join us on Facebook, Culture &Heritage Museums’ Youtube Channel, or TikTok on the last Saturday of each month.

Save the Frogs Day!
2026-04-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Join us for Save the Frogs Day! This is a worldwide day to help to save frogs everywhere. We will be learning all about frogs and why it is so important to help them survive. There are events happening in 23 countries and we are joining the movement! Hop on in and join in the fun!

Citizen Science Photo Contest: Songbirds
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-31 | SC
Participants contribute images of organisms by emailing citizenscience@chmuseums.org. This month’s theme is songbirds.
Please include the name of the photographer and place where the photo was taken. The best photos of the month may be featured in a virtual exhibition. The first week after the contest ends each month the winner will be announced via Facebook. Observations may be submitted all month long to citizenscience@chmuseums.org.

Sci-Fi Night at the Museum!
2026-05-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Pre-registration Required | Ages 12+ | $10 per Member and $20 per Non-Member
Come and join us as we delve into the science behind your favorite science fiction books, movies, and TV shows like Godzilla and The Last of Us! Do you have what it takes to survive on Mars like Mark Watney? Are the dinosaurs in Jurassic Park actually accurate to dinosaurs from fossil records? What animals could actually evade the Predator in real life? Not only will these questions be answered, but you will also learn more about water conservation in relation to Dune by Frank Herbert; discuss camouflage, metamorphosis, and mimicry in animals as it relates to Men in Black; and enjoy a stunning planetarium show based on the planets from Star Wars! Grab your light saber and hover board to Museum of York County and join us!
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Sci-Fi Night at the Museum of York County is intended for the education of our audience and has not been prepared, approved or licensed by any person or entity that created, published or produced any of the referenced books, movies, television shows, or related properties.

In Your Face with the Space Race
2026-05-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
On May 5, 1961, Alan Shepard became the first American in space. Join us to celebrate the anniversary of this milestone with Space Race-themed activities and a rocket ship craft that you can take home!

Vibrant Venus
2026-05-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Venus is the second planet from the Sun in our Solar System, the closest to Earth, and the hottest. Join us to learn more fun facts about Venus and take part in an activity that will teach you about the greenhouse effect, which is the cause of Venus’s extreme temperatures.

Carolina Skygazers Meeting
2026-05-12 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-06-09 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-07-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
The Carolina Skygazers Astronomy Club meets on the second Tuesday of every month, except December, at 7:30 pm. We would love to have you join us!
The Museum doors open at 7 pm. Exhibits and all other spaces except for meeting areas are closed.

Night Hike
2026-05-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Historic Brattonsville, 1444 Brattonsville Rd, McConnells, SC, 29726, United States
Ever wonder what creatures you hear at night? Join Museum of York County’s Senior Interpreter on a night hike at Historic Brattonsville. We will hike the trail to quiet spots to hear and see what animals come out in the evening and learn about their unique adaptations. Then end with a fun exploration of our night sky with our planetarium manager.
*We will meet in parking lot behind the Visitor’s Center at Historic Brattonsville.
This event is weather permitting. Pre-registration Required. To register, email scheduler@chmuseums.org by Noon on May 14.

A Star is Born
2026-05-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Have you ever wondered about what happens during the life cycle of a star? Join us for games and activities designed for you to learn about exactly that, and conclude your visit with a Sun craft!

Turtle Takeover!
2026-05-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Join with us to celebrate World Turtle Day! From the common snapping turtle to the Eastern Box turtle, learn about the turtles of South Carolina! We will explore what to do if you see a turtle, how you can ensure their survival, and do a fun turtle craft!

Celebrate National Gator Day!
2026-05-30 11:00 - 14:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Join with us to celebrate National Gator Day! Learn about the American alligator, the only native crocodilian in South Carolina! We will learn about the differences between Alligators and Crocodiles, where they live in South Carolina, and make an awesome gator craft.

Citizen Science Photo Contest: Insects
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-30 | SC
Participants contribute images of organisms by emailing citizenscience@chmuseums.org. This month’s theme is insects.
Please include the name of the photographer and place where the photo was taken. The best photos of the month may be featured in a virtual exhibition. The first week after the contest ends each month the winner will be announced via Facebook. Observations may be submitted all month long to citizenscience@chmuseums.org.

Invasion of the Bloodsuckers Family Day
2026-06-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Pre-registration Strongly Encouraged | $15 for Adults, Seniors, & Youth; Free for Members and Children under 3
Step into a world of thrill, chills, and fun at Invasion of the Bloodsuckers Family Day! Explore bats and other fanged flying creatures who inhabit our world. Learn about leeches and their use in medicine. Examine creepy crawlies like ticks, bedbugs, and mosquitos and learn why they feed on blood and what you can do to avoid being their next meal. Scrutinize legendary mythical creatures who are said to have consumed blood as their favorite meal. Explore Attack of the Bloodsuckers!, a traveling exhibit from Sciencenter, where you will come face to face with live leeches. Watch a fantastic planetarium show, make a buzzing mosquito craft, and much more! Join us for a thrilling and fun family day celebrating the fascinating world of bloodsuckers!

Wonderfully Weird Wednesdays: Swimming with Aquatic Blood-Feeders
2026-06-10 10:30 - 14:30 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Recommended for Ages 6+
Join us to learn about these little known but very important part of our ecosystems, the aquatic blood-feeders. Leeches, lampreys, and other creatures have unique adaptations that help to balance our natural world. Explore all this and more while also having fun with games and crafts.

Sally's Night
2026-06-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
On June 18, 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman in space. Join us to celebrate this “astronomical” achievement with games, activities, and an astronaut craft!

Fangs at the Lugosi: a Vampire Murder Mystery
2026-06-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Member Exclusive | Pre-registration Required | $15 per person | Ages 21+
We are celebrating the opening of our new bloodsuckers exhibit at the Lugosi Museum of Natural History with a vampire-themed party! Come dressed as your favorite blood-sucking protagonists, and prepare for a night of mystery and mayhem. Wait – disaster has struck! Our head museum educator is dead! Why does it look like a vampire bit them? Is there an actual vampire among us, or a very clever killer? With the Langella Police Department delayed for a few hours, it’s up to you to crack the case before the party ends – or the killer strikes again! Can you uncover the truth before it’s too late? Only time will tell!
All attendees must present a valid ID at the door. Wine and beer will be available. Guests may be served up to 2 drinks each.

Wonderfully Weird Wednesdays: Flying with Fangs!
2026-06-17 10:30 - 14:30 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Recommended for Ages 6+
Who are our flying bloodsuckers? Join us to learn about mosquitos, fleas, bats, and other amazing flying bloodsuckers. Each has an adaptation that helps them feed but makes us itch. Learn why and how they do what they do and make a fun craft to take home.

American Eagle Day!
2026-06-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Celebrate the United States’ national symbol on American Eagle Day! Join us to raise awareness about the bald eagle and how to preserve the bird’s natural habitat. Learn about the importance of this majestic bird, and other birds of prey and make a fun craft.

Wonderfully Weird Wednesdays: Creepy Crawlies
2026-06-24 10:30 - 14:30 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Recommended for Ages 6+
Creeping in the dark, these crawling blood bugs and parasites are everywhere. Join us to learn about mites, ticks, fleas, and other jumping or crawling bugs. We will look at their amazing adaptations and what their role is in the ecosystem. Also make your own bug to take home with our fun craft.

Terrific Telescopes
2026-06-27 10:00 - 13:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
The invention of the telescope by Hans Lippershey in 1608 gave astronomers a whole new way to observe the heavens, and this miraculous device is constantly being improved upon. Join us to learn all about it, with activities including a paper towel tube telescope craft that you can take home!

Citizen Science Photo Contest: Birds of Prey and Mammals
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-31 | SC
Participants contribute images of organisms by emailing citizenscience@chmuseums.org. This month’s theme is birds of prey and mammals.
Please include the name of the photographer and place where the photo was taken. The best photos of the month may be featured in a virtual exhibition. The first week after the contest ends each month the winner will be announced via Facebook. Observations may be submitted all month long to citizenscience@chmuseums.org.

Wonderfully Weird Wednesdays: Parasite Pals
2026-07-08 10:30 - 14:30 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Recommended for Ages 6+
Join us to explore the weird, wild world of parasites. Explore both ancient parasites that can be found in fossils and current parasites. Learn how they live, how they spread and how to protect yourself. Earn your Jr. Parasite Patrol Agent certificate!

Spectacular Saturn
2026-07-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Saturn is the second largest planet in our Solar System, and is well-known for its beautiful rings and its immense number of moons. Join us for games and activities designed to teach you all about this glorious gas giant!

Wonderfully Weird Wednesdays: Vampire Plants
2026-07-15 10:30 - 14:30 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Recommended for Ages 6+
Step into the world where the plants bite back! Join us to uncover the secrets of vampire plants – those strange and sneaky species that survive by stealing from others with crafts and specimens.

Sensory Saturday: Mammals
2026-07-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
We invite families with children, teens, adults, or seniors who have sensory processing needs to come to the Museum before it opens to the general public to explore our exhibits and experience a special planetarium show! The Museum will have light and sound reduction, fewer guests, and a social narrative will be provided ahead of the date. We will have mammal specimens for exploring too!
Pre-registration Required. To register, email scheduler@chmuseums.org.

Slithering Science - World Snake Day!
2026-07-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732, United States
Join us for Slithering Science for World Snake Day! Celebrate snakes with us as we discuss what makes them such amazing creatures and how we can raise awareness for their preservation. Come and learn more as you work your way through our snake activities and create your own slithery friend! There may even be some live snake friends that you can meet. You are sure to have ssssssso much fun, so sssssstop on by!
Please do not bring pet snakes.
