Join us for an introduction to mindfulness meditation and mindful awareness practices, with a view to taking the edge off. This interactive, five-week series provides an introduction to mindfulness meditation and mindful awareness practices, with a view to taking the...
Through simple, gentle movement sequences, we will explore ways to reach out more simply and easily, and maybe even leave being able to reach a bit farther. Extending our arms is an important part of everyday functioning. Reaching high to grab something, reaching out...
How does the psychology and spirituality of the second half of life call us to develop new and sometimes unexpected qualities? Aging with intention is a creative and courageous act, a path to wholeness. It becomes an art form, a poetry, when we allow for inner beauty...
Join Asia Society Texas to celebrate the opening of our new exhibition ‘Xu Bing: Word Alchemy.’ The show assembles more than 50 of Xu Bing’s most important paintings, videos, sculptures, drawings, installations, and other ephemera representing almost 50...
Hands-on history with Kat Havens, Director of Curriculum and Content. Join us for an intriguing journey through time as we uncover a world of diverse burial customs, from the unique practice of sky burials to the enigmatic Towers of Silence, and so much more. After...
On this exclusive tour led by Butterfly Center staff, you will visit the containment room and rooftop greenhouses–areas not open to the public–where staff cares for the Museum’s caterpillars, butterflies, other insects, and grow plants for the...
Explore how the forces of chemistry, physics, and biology converge. Chemistry unveils the secrets of matter’s composition and the bonds that tie it together. Physics reveals the laws governing motion, energy, and the universe’s fundamental forces, and...
Explore the remarkable world of insects and their role in decomposition. Discover how these unsung heroes transform organic waste into ecological treasures, enriching the soil and supporting entire ecosystems. In this engaging learning experience, you’ll even...
The period from the end of the Devonian to the Permian was a time of immense change. Early reptiles emerged, climate patterns shifted, and the supercontinent Pangaea formed. Then, one of Earth’s most devastating mass extinctions occurred, eradicating over 90% of...
Discover how to transform your yard or patio into a haven for butterflies, bees, and other captivating insects. Be the hero in this important conservation story. Pollinators are facing tough times due to habitat loss, chemicals, and invasive species, but you can be...
Discover how to transform your yard or patio into a haven for butterflies, bees, and other captivating insects. Be the hero in this important conservation story. Pollinators are facing tough times due to habitat loss, chemicals, and invasive species, but you can be...
Explore the first year of science discovered with the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), a massive space telescope created from the partnership of NASA and the Canadian and European Space Agencies. Join Dr. Taylor Hutchison, a Postdoctoral Fellow at NASA Goddard Space...
In the Holocene, Earth’s oceans are not just bodies of water; they’re the vibrant heart of our planet’s story. They host an extraordinary array of life, driving evolution and adaptation. Among these magnificent creatures, sharks reign as apex...
Orchids might seem intimidating, but with the proper know-how, they make excellent house plants. Belonging to a group of organisms named epiphytes, orchids, and other “air plants”, grow perched upon other plants rather than rooting in the ground. We will...
Why do we love cats and hate rats? Why do we adore elephants and fear snakes? Scientist and science writer Bethany Brookshire argues it’s all a matter of perspective, and where we want animals to be. When they’re in zoos, or wild places, we love them and...
Embark on a journey through Earth’s ancient past, from the formation of our planet to the age of fish. Explore the mysteries of early life during the Precambrian to Devonian Period, a time when the first organisms emerged, continents shifted, and life in the...
Discover the unseen artifacts housed in our offsite collections facility during this exclusive tour. Guided by our esteemed curators, you will get the inside scoop on the process that goes into housing and cataloging these artifacts, as well as the process of curating...
Crinoids, often referred to as “sea lilies,” are ancient marine creatures with stunningly intricate skeletal structures. Delve into their biology, evolution, and the science behind their fossilization, and craft your very own fossil jewelry. Learn the art...
Reset and recharge after the hectic holidays by joining us for a one-hour yoga session with instructor Auhona Hoq. This class will help you feel calm enough to enjoy a new wave of energy for the rest of the year. From pros to beginners, come and roll out your yoga mat...
2024 is the Year of the Dragon — a mighty symbol of power, nobility, and success that also represents honor, courage, and tenacity. Join Asia Society Texas in welcoming the Year of the Dragon with performances, art and craft activities, a Dragon Quest, and food...
