Learn, explore, and connect with the natural world!
This monthly lifelong learning series features engaging presentations on the latest discoveries, groundbreaking research, and fascinating stories of science and natural history.
Intended primarily for adults, participants can hear from experts about topics in natural history, ask questions, and learn more about the world and everything in it.
Attend Digging Deeper presentations on the FIRST WEDNESDAY of each month at 2:00 PM. These conversations are included with the purchase of museum admission.
Wednesday, September 2
2:00 PM
Do you love searching the beach for the perfect seashell? Dive into the world of beachcombing with Dr. Ashley Oliphant as she shares practical tips and stories about shell and shark tooth hunting. Dr. Oliphant’s new book is called “The Ultimate Shell Seeker’s Guide”.
Wednesday, October 7
2:00 PM
What dinosaurs roamed North Carolina millions of years ago? Explore the iconic creatures that walked the Carolinas with paleontologist, Dr. Nickolas Brand, then explore the ultimate dinosaur exhibit – the new Elizabeth Williams Robinson Hall of Dinosaurs.
Wednesday, November 4
2:00 PM
North Carolina’s forest land is one of the greatest natural resources of our state, providing economic value and quality of life for residents. Discover how the North Carolina Forest Service protects our forests and uses prescribed burning to manage them.
Wednesday, December 2
2:00 PM
Learn all about creeping crawling slithering, hopping critters of North Carolina from The Schiele’s Head of Living Collections, Morgan Lyons. Discover how these animals play a vital role in our local ecosystems, and get a close look at live snakes, frogs, turtles, and more!
Wednesday, January 6
2:00 PM
Understand the adverse effects of chemicals on sharks and alligators in the wild during a fascinating presentation by Paige Powell, a PhD student in Toxicology at Clemson University. She’ll discuss the research she does to understand these processes, and take you through the inner workings of a university research lab.
Wednesday, February 3
2:00 PM
Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a museum exhibit? Join The Schiele Museum’s Exhibits Team as they pull back the curtain on the design, engineering, and building of the Elizabeth Williams Robinson Hall of Dinosaurs. Trace the progress of the exhibit from initial design to the final installations.
Register to Attend
Digging Deeper presentations are open to all, but we would love to know if you are attending!
(Registrants will be notified of any changes to the program(s) in advance.)
