Art & Science of Arachnids Traveling Exhibit

Date/Time

4/10/2026 - 8/23/2026
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Pacific

Event Type(s)

Member Event

Event Description

America’s largest touring arachnid exhibit has arrived at the Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum – only for the summer! Produced by Little Ray’s Exhibitions, the Englestad Foundation Traveling Exhibition Series: The Art & Science of Arachnids is a limited time, interactive exhibit that celebrates the fascinating world of spiders, scorpions, and their relatives. From hands-activities learning web-weaving and silk science, to learning the Tarantella Dance and enjoying macro photography, museum visitors will get a chance to dispel myths about arachnids and learn about conservation and the important role they play in our ecosystem.

Exhibit Highlights:

Live Arachnids - Observe fascinating species up close in safe, educational displays

Giant Sculptures - Marvel at larger-than-life arachnid art installations

Stunning Artwork - Explore beautiful pieces celebrating these misunderstood creatures

Hands-On Activities:

Web-weaving demonstrations and interactive stations

Silk science experiments

Macro photography opportunities

Learn and perform the Tarantella Dance!

Cultural Connections - Discover arachnids’ roles in medicine, music, and folklore

When: March 21 - August 23, 2026
Where: Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum, 900 Las Vegas Blvd N, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Hours: Daily 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Website: www.lvnhm.org

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