Explore everyday technology habits and learn how small, realistic changes can reduce stress and screen fatigue. Participants leave with practical strategies to create routines that support well-being without giving up the benefits of being tech-connected.

Go on a short virtual tour of Great Basin National Park, then become a cave detective to explore what organisms can survive in the cold, dark environment of Lehman Caves. Gain a deeper understanding of how animal adaptations are linked to specific environments.

If your students believe baseball is only for boys, they should think again. Rich with the history of women who broke barriers to play the National Pastime, this thematic unit covers 150 years of striving for equity and diversity on the diamond. Meet the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League of the World War II era, as well as the young ladies of the 19th century who played the game long before they even had the right to vote. What do skirts and strawberries, charm school and chaperones have to do with baseball? Each teaches an important lesson in the story of gals who gave their all so that boys and girls can play side-by-side today.

Learn about the diverse culture of the American West through art and artifacts in the Booth collection! Explore diverse cultures and contributions (American Indians, African-American homesteaders, Chinese-American immigrants, Mexican-American vaqueros, women), history of cowboy culture and cattle drives (vaqueros, African-American cowboys, Chisolm Trail, The Great Western Trail). Transportation out West (Transcontinental Railroad, stage coach), the Homestead Act, Oregon Trail, regions/landforms and forced removal of American Indians are also included.

Learn how curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning support brain health at any age. This session highlights how technology can enhance memory, focus, and engagement when learning is self-directed, enjoyable, and pressure-free.

In honor of Earth Day this month, join us for an exciting virtual journey into the world of amazing animals that keep our planet thriving! From ocean giants to tiny land dwellers, these species play vital roles in healthy ecosystems—but they need our help. Discover their incredible adaptations, learn why they matter, and explore simple ways you can become a steward of the land and sea.

Discover ways to use digital tools to strengthen meaningful relationships while setting healthy boundaries. Participants reflect on how to stay socially engaged online without emotional or digital burnout.

Explore the art and science of scent by creating your own natural perfume using flowers, leaves, resins, and aromatic herbs. In this hands-on workshop, participants learn how plants produce essential oils, experiment with extraction techniques, and blend base, middle, and top notes to design a personal fragrance inspired by the outdoors. Along the way, we’ll discuss plant ecology, traditional uses of scent, and how responsible foraging and sustainable choices help protect wild spaces. Leave with a custom-made perfume, a deeper appreciation for botanical chemistry, and a nose for nature’s hidden aromas.

Come face-to-face with the patients in our Sea Turtle Care Center and discover the process of rescue, rehabilitation and release.

Build confidence navigating the online world by learning how to recognize scams, protect personal information, and respond calmly to suspicious messages. This session empowers participants with practical strategies grounded in awareness.

Discover how artists have long turned to the natural world for color, texture, and inspiration. In this hands-on workshop, participants learn to make their own eco-friendly drawing and painting materials using plants, minerals, and earth pigments, then use them in a guided illustration of a native animal or plant. We’ll explore how natural dyes and pigments are created, experiment with homemade inks and paints, and practice simple techniques for sketching and shading. Bring your own pencil or charcoal to follow along as we build layers, add details, and let nature shape our artwork.

Learn about the works of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painters such as Monet, Degas, van Gogh and Cézanne whose experiments with the effects of different conditions of light and paint application created a new way of seeing the world. The world these artists shared had much in common with our own era of rapid technological change and rise in standard of living. Students will consider how such factors influenced Impressionism.

The land we now call Fort Monroe has been connected to many pivital moments in history on its site, but also to others around the country. Learn about Fort Monroe's connection to the celebrated moment of Juneteenth.

Sharks and rays are vital to ocean health, but 75 percent of shark species are now threatened with extinction. Discover how Mote’s decades of research, from Dr. Eugenie Clark’s pioneering work to today’s Global FinPrint Project, transforms field data into real habitat protection for these iconic predators and how you can support their future too.

The U.S. NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research (NSF NCAR) Mesa Laboratory sits nestled against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, CO. In addition to being an amazing architectural landmark designed by I.M. Pei, this world-class research laboratory focuses on an understanding of Earth system sciences including atmosphere, weather, and the Sun, which is the ultimate source of energy for Planet Earth. Explore the NSF NCAR Mesa Laboratory and the importance of Earth systems to our society with a live NSF NCAR guide on this interactive, virtual tour.

Learn about the vastness of the Pacific Theater by exploring its geography and stories of WWII Veterans. We will survey the Island Hopping campaign using maps and viewing video of oral histories. Next we will dive into an artifact and learn how historians build on primary sources at the museum. Then we will learn about Iwo Jima and the end of the war in the Pacific.

Gain confidence using online banking, payments, and financial tools safely. This session focuses on simple habits and practical safeguards that reduce stress and help participants feel more secure managing finances in digital spaces.

Meet a live bird of prey and learn to draw from life using quick observation and sketching techniques. Explore how scientific illustration and field journals help document wildlife, support research, and communicate conservation needs. Participants practice capturing posture, proportion, and feather details, and leave with their own raptor sketches and a new appreciation for how art advances science.

Learn about one of the longest caves in the world! Over 220 miles long, Jewel Cave is known for its length and the unique crystal formations that cover the cave walls. Join a ranger to learn about the cave formation, discovery, and how we continue to explore the darkness underground.

A celebration of the rich influence and enduring legacy of Latino players in shaping the history, culture, and spirit of baseball.

Learn how technology impacts attention, stress, and the nervous system—and how small mindfulness practices can restore balance. Participants explore gentle, accessible ways to pause, reset, and stay grounded in a digitally busy world.

The concept of a collective Latino identity began to emerge in the United States in the mid-20th century. Explore how Latino artists shaped the artistic movements of their day, often using their work to communicate with a larger public about social justice and themes of diversity, identity, and community.

Reconnect with creativity as a form of wellness and self-expression. This session introduces simple digital tools for writing, storytelling, and creative exploration—encouraging play, curiosity, and creative confidence without pressure to perform or share.

Meet the "Master of the Macabre" Edgar Allan Poe! Students will explore the vast collection of Poe primary sources through an engaging tour of the Poe Museum. Students will leave with an understanding of Edgar Allan Poe's life, literary works, and legacy.

Step back in time and uncover the plants and animals that lived here millions of years before the park existed. Through hands-on activities, fossil replicas, and interactive storytelling, participants explore prehistoric ecosystems, ancient predators and herbivores, and the geologic forces that shaped the land. Learn how scientists use fossils to reconstruct the past and how Tennessee’s ancient environments still influence the landscapes and wildlife we see today.

Explore how to engage in online learning with confidence and ease. Participants learn to navigate digital learning spaces at their own pace, focusing on curiosity, personal interests, and simple strategies that make lifelong learning enjoyable and accessible.

Discover some amazing animals that only live in Australia. We will explore the deserts to the sea, forests to find out more about some of Australia’s most interesting animals.

Wolf reintroductions have been a part of conservation efforts for decades, from Yellowstone to North Carolina and beyond. Join us for this interactive presentation to learn all about these reintroductions and the methods scientists use for them, as well as dispel some misconceptions and myths along the way!

Warm up and explore how animals survive the cold season with a virtual winter hike through the park. Learn where different species go in winter—whether they hibernate, migrate, or stay active with special adaptations—and how changing seasons affect food, shelter, and behavior. Through photos, videos, and storytelling, we’ll peek into dens, burrows, and hidden habitats to see how wildlife stays safe and cozy until spring returns.