Museum
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Joeff Davis
The spectacularly designed museum is a classic rainy-day destination for legions of children and their parents. It features an IMAX theater, traveling shows, interactive science exhibitions and an array of educational opportunities. Free-$15.
Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays, noon-5 p.m.
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Gold
From extraordinary geological specimens to stunning cultural objects, Gold explores the historical fascination with this enduring symbol of wealth, beauty, and power.
Through Jan. 3, 2010.
$15.
First Georgians
An exhibit on the earlier inhabitants of Georgia featuring a 17-foot-long dugout canoe dating back more than 300 years.
Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 12-5 p.m.
Free-$15.
My Favorite Things
A new exhibition featuring a collection of fossils, gemstones, animals, ceramics and more chosen by guest curators.
Through Feb. 1, 2010, Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 12-5 p.m.
$14-$15.
Reflections of Culture
The museum's newest permanent exhibit explores how people around the world use personal adornment to convey social, political and economic information about themselves and their societies.
Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 12-5 p.m.
Free-$15.
Fernbank Museum and Science Center
Offers a number of volunteer guilds for students, young professionals and others to share their expertise with the museum.
404-929-6360.
Martinis and IMAX
Specialty martinis, appetizers, dinner selections, dessert options and an IMAX film.
Fridays, 5:30-10 p.m. Continues through Nov. 27.
$7-$15, 404-929-6400, www.fernbankmuseum.org.
Weekend Wonders
Join educators for a nature-themed craft and learn about dinosaurs and other animals.
Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4 p.m.
Free-$15.
Annual Family Holiday Celebration
Learn about world cultures and partake in activities of Chinese lantern making, games from around the world, KSU storytellers, and more.
Sun., Dec. 6, 12-4 p.m.
$13-$15, 404-929-6400, www.fernbankmuseum.org.
Sunday Snow Days
The program, in conjunction with the current exhibits Ends of the Earth and Penguins of the Antarctic, features free samples of cold treats, special activities for children and screenings of popular polar-themed film. Each child will receive a free 2-foot inflatable penguin with purchase.
Second Sunday of every month, 12-3 p.m.
Free with museum admission.
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