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Anniston Museums and Gardens

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800 Museum Dr, Anniston, AL 36206

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Little Explorers Preschool Class
Tue, Oct 6, 202611:30 AM
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Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum with their children and learn more about the day’s topic in the exhibit halls. A new topic will be explored each week, and animal ambassadors will drop in periodically to help out

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Collection Conversations: Berman Discussion Group
Wed, Oct 7, 20261:00 PM
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Discover treasures from the Berman Museum's collection in this engaging discussion group featuring artifacts not currently on exhibit. The featured book provides additional context and inspiration for discussion, but reading it is entirely optional. Whether you're an avid reader, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about the museum's collections, you'll find engaging conversations and fresh perspectives. Guests are welcome to bring a lunch to enjoy during the program. Pre-registration is enc

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Museum After Dark
Sat, Oct 10, 2026
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Little Explorers Preschool Class
Tue, Oct 13, 202611:30 AM
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Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum with their children and learn more about the day’s topic in the exhibit halls. A new topic will be explored each week, and animal ambassadors will drop in periodically to help out

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Plant Sale
Thu, Oct 15, 202611:00 AM
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Third Thursday is Plant Sale day! Support the growth of the Longleaf Botanical Gardens and your gardening green thumb by purchasing plants! We have a variety of trees, shrubs, natives, tropicals, and more! Plant Sales are at the LBG Greenhouses from 10:00am – 5:00pm. Directions: Drive up Museum Drive. Pass the Anniston Museum of Natural History and Berman Museum. Turn left at the Monarch Butterfly! **There are no Third Thursday Plant Sales in April or December.

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Third Thursday: Oakleaf Hydrangea
Thu, Oct 15, 20261:00 PM
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Alabama is the heart of the native range of the oakleaf hydrangea, a spectacular shrub that thrives in our warm climate. Join presenter David Daugette as he highlights outstanding selections discovered in Jefferson County and surrounding areas in this illustrated PowerPoint presentation. You will also learn about the celebrated double-flowered 'Snowflake' cultivar made famous by the late Eddie Aldridge. Third Thursday is $5/person and free for AM&G members. Registration is encouraged.

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The Aisle Bridal Show
Sun, Oct 18, 202611:00 AM
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The Aisle is not your typical bridal show.We bring Eastern Alabama and West Georgia’s finest wedding vendors together inside iconic venues — so you can feel the space, meet the makers, and plan your wedding in one beautiful afternoon. Free to register in advance Register Here! $25 at the door on the day for General Admission · VIP $75 in advance VIP includes early access, champagne, a branded t-shirt, and a curated swag bag.10% of every ticket benefits HopeUNITED — UWECA’s an

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Little Explorers Preschool Class
Tue, Oct 20, 202611:30 AM
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Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum with their children and learn more about the day’s topic in the exhibit halls. A new topic will be explored each week, and animal ambassadors will drop in periodically to help out

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Saturday Alive!
Sat, Oct 24, 20262:00 PM
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Join us for a guest favorite – Saturday Alive! Each month, we discuss a new topic and introduce you to several of our animal ambassadors. There is always something fun to learn at the Anniston Museums and Gardens! This program is included with museum admission and free for AM&G members. Join us after Saturday Alive! for our new Wildlife Workshops series at 2:00 PM! Curious about this month’s workshop? Check out our October Wildlife Workshop here: https://www.explorea

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Wildlife Workshop: Scat Chat
Sat, Oct 24, 20263:00 PM
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Join us for a hands-on wildlife workshop where you’ll learn how to identify animal scat and uncover the clues wildlife leaves behind. Explore how biologists use scat to study animal diets, habitats, and behavior, then test your skills with real-world identification activities. Admission is $10 per person. All proceeds support the care and enrichment of our animal ambassadors.

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Little Explorers Preschool Class
Tue, Oct 27, 202611:30 AM
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Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum with their children and learn more about the day’s topic in the exhibit halls. A new topic will be explored each week, and animal ambassadors will drop in periodically to help out

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Skulls and Skeletons
Sat, Oct 31, 20262:00 PM
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Get into the spirit of October by exploring the fascinating world of skulls and skeletons! Join us Saturday, October 31 for hands-on activities and up-close discoveries as we uncover how bones help animals survive, move, and thrive. Perfect for curious minds of all ages. Skulls & Skeletons is included with museum admission and free for AM&G members.

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Little Explorers Preschool Class
Tue, Nov 3, 202610:30 AM
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Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum with their children and learn more about the day’s topic in the exhibit halls. A new topic will be explored each week, and animal ambassadors will drop in periodically to help out

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Collection Conversations: Berman Discussion Group
Wed, Nov 4, 202612:00 PM
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Discover treasures from the Berman Museum's collection in this engaging discussion group featuring artifacts not currently on exhibit. The featured book provides additional context and inspiration for discussion, but reading it is entirely optional. Whether you're an avid reader, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about the museum's collections, you'll find engaging conversations and fresh perspectives. Guests are welcome to bring a lunch to enjoy during the program. Pre-registration is enc

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Nature in Conversation Lunch and Learn Series
Fri, Nov 6, 202612:00 PM
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Nature in Conversation explores the natural world through engaging discussion inspired by the featured book and items from the Anniston Museum of Natural History’s collection. Join us on the first Friday of each month for thought-provoking conversations about conservation, ecology, and the connections between nature and our world today. We will use the book as a jumping-off point for conversation. No required reading. Guests are welcome to bring a lunch to enjoy during the program. Pre-registrat

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DINOvember
Sat, Nov 7, 202611:00 AM
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Join us every Saturday in November from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. in the exhibit halls for hands-on dinosaur discoveries! Explore a new topic each weekend, including dinosaur sounds, fossils and fossil excavation, skeleton reconstruction, and insectivorous dinosaurs. You may even discover some surprise visitors hiding among the exhibits! This program is included with museum admission and free for AM&G members.

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Little Explorers Preschool Class
Tue, Nov 10, 202610:30 AM
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Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum with their children and learn more about the day’s topic in the exhibit halls. A new topic will be explored each week, and animal ambassadors will drop in periodically to help out

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

DINOvember
Sat, Nov 14, 202611:00 AM
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Join us every Saturday in November from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. in the exhibit halls for hands-on dinosaur discoveries! Explore a new topic each weekend, including dinosaur sounds, fossils and fossil excavation, skeleton reconstruction, and insectivorous dinosaurs. You may even discover some surprise visitors hiding among the exhibits! This program is included with museum admission and free for AM&G members.

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Creature Feature
Sat, Nov 14, 20261:00 PM
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Did you know that Anniston Museums and Gardens is home to a variety of live reptiles, mammals, and birds? Make plans to join us in the exhibit halls on the 2nd Saturday of each month between 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to meet and learn about one of our animal ambassadors. You never know who will be featured! This program is included with museum admission and free for AM&G members.

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Little Explorers Preschool Class
Tue, Nov 17, 202610:30 AM
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Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum with their children and learn more about the day’s topic in the exhibit halls. A new topic will be explored each week, and animal ambassadors will drop in periodically to help out

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Plant Sale
Thu, Nov 19, 202610:00 AM
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Third Thursday is Plant Sale day! Support the growth of the Longleaf Botanical Gardens and your gardening green thumb by purchasing plants! We have a variety of trees, shrubs, natives, tropicals, and more! Plant Sales are at the LBG Greenhouses from 10:00am – 5:00pm. Directions: Drive up Museum Drive. Pass the Anniston Museum of Natural History and Berman Museum. Turn left at the Monarch Butterfly! **There are no Third Thursday Plant Sales in April or December.

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Third Thursday: Guided Nature Hike at Camp Lee
Thu, Nov 19, 202612:00 PM
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Join Camp Lee Programs Director Mandy Pearson for a guided hike through the camp’s beautiful grounds. Enjoy the natural scenery, explore the camp’s unique outdoor environment, and learn more about what makes Camp Lee such a special place. Third Thursday is $5/person and free for AM&G members. Register

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DINOvember
Sat, Nov 21, 202611:00 AM
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Join us every Saturday in November from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. in the exhibit halls for hands-on dinosaur discoveries! Explore a new topic each weekend, including dinosaur sounds, fossils and fossil excavation, skeleton reconstruction, and insectivorous dinosaurs. You may even discover some surprise visitors hiding among the exhibits! This program is included with museum admission and free for AM&G members.

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Little Explorers Preschool Class
Tue, Nov 24, 202610:30 AM
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Children ages 3 ½ to 5, along with a parent or caregiver, are invited to join our Education team each Tuesday as we encourage curiosity, exploration, and learning through play with stories, activities, and crafts about the natural world. Following the program, parents and caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum with their children and learn more about the day’s topic in the exhibit halls. A new topic will be explored each week, and animal ambassadors will drop in periodically to help out

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

DINOvember
Sat, Nov 28, 202611:00 AM
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Join us every Saturday in November from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. in the exhibit halls for hands-on dinosaur discoveries! Explore a new topic each weekend, including dinosaur sounds, fossils and fossil excavation, skeleton reconstruction, and insectivorous dinosaurs. You may even discover some surprise visitors hiding among the exhibits! This program is included with museum admission and free for AM&G members.

Source: exploreamag.org · Last verified Sep 18, 2026

Recent Past Events at Anniston Museums and Gardens

Skulls and SkeletonsSat, Oct 3, 2026
Little Explorers Preschool ClassTue, Sep 29, 2026
Wildlife Workshop: Animal Tracks & SignSat, Sep 26, 2026
Saturday Alive!Sat, Sep 26, 2026
Little Explorers Preschool ClassTue, Sep 22, 2026
Berman Escape RoomSun, Sep 20, 2026
Berman Escape RoomSat, Sep 19, 2026
Berman Family Fun Night: Spy Training CampFri, Sep 18, 2026
Third Thursday: Growing & Drying Flowers to Enjoy All YearThu, Sep 17, 2026
Plant SaleThu, Sep 17, 2026
Little Explorers Preschool ClassTue, Sep 15, 2026
Creature FeatureSat, Sep 12, 2026
Little Explorers Preschool ClassTue, Sep 8, 2026
Nature in Conversation Lunch and Learn SeriesFri, Sep 4, 2026
Little Explorers Preschool ClassTue, Sep 1, 2026

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