Las Vegas, NV – Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum invites the
community to explore the captivating and often misunderstood world of arachnids with its summer traveling exhibit, Art & Science of Arachnids, America’s largest touring arachnid exhibition, opening Saturday, March 21 with a special grand opening celebration.
Produced by Little Ray’s Exhibitions, the interactive exhibit explores how arachnids have shaped ecosystems, inspired art and folklore, and contributed to scientific discovery through hands-on learning, live animal encounters, and immersive art for visitors of all ages.
In honor of its opening, the museum will host a special celebration – included with museum admission or membership – on March 21 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., featuring hands-on activities, critter connection experiences hosted by trained educators, and engaging exhibits. Throughout the day, visitors will have a chance to learn web-weaving techniques, experiment with the properties of silk, investigate prehistoric arachnids through fossils, examine molts, and create arachnid-inspired art. Visitors can also learn and perform the Tarantella Dance and discover how arachnids have influenced art, film, literature, medicine, and conservation.
“Arachnids are some of the most important yet misunderstood animals on the planet,” said Ashley Glenn, Marketing Manager of the Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum. “By showing guests how they contribute to ecosystems, scientific research, and even inspire innovations in modern medicine and technology, we hope families walk away realizing these creatures are far more fascinating than frightening.”
Designed to blend biology, culture, and creativity, the Art & Science of Arachnids allows guests to observe live arachnids up close in safe educational enclosures, marvel at larger-than-life sculptures, and explore artwork celebrating these influential creatures. “When people hear the word ‘arachnid’ they automatically think of spiders, but they don’t realize all the animals that fall under that category,” Glenn added. “Art & Science of Arachnids challenges those common myths and misconceptions, demonstrating how education and hands-on experience are powerful tools for overcoming fear and building appreciation for all of nature’s creatures.”
On display through August 23, the Art & Science of Arachnids is part of the museum’s Engelstad Foundation Traveling Exhibition Series and is included with museum admission or membership.
Located north of Cashman Center at 900 Las Vegas Blvd N., the museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. General admission is $14 for adults, $12 for students, seniors, and military personnel, and $7 for children ages 3–11. Children two and under are free. Nevada resident discounts are available with valid ID. Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.lvnhm.org or at the door.