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Monday, January 19
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![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090115200015im_/http://www.si.edu/images/t.gif) | 11 AM-4 PM
Robert Mumford: Spring Comes to Washington
Book Signing |
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Robert Mumford signs copies of his book Spring Comes to Washington.
Books available for sale in Museum Store
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National Museum of Natural History
Location: Natural History Museum Ground Floor, Outside Main Museum Store
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Thursday, February 12
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Darwin Anniversary
Symposium |
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February 12, 2009, marks the 200th birthday of Charles Darwin and the 150th year since the publication of his influential work On the Origin of Species. To recognize Darwin's scientific accomplishments, including his observations on plant and animal life, distinguished experts discuss a variety of topics from historical perspectives of Darwin to evolution and medicine. Presented in conjunction with the National Human Genome Research Institute at the National Institutes of Health.
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Related Exhibition: Orchids through Darwin's Eyes: 15th Annual Orchid Show
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National Museum of Natural History
Location: Natural History Museum Ground Floor, Baird Auditorium
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Saturday, February 14
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Arts & Science: Butterfly Birthday Celebration
Family Program |
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Feel the flutter! Celebrate the first anniversary of the exhibit Butterflies + Plants: Partners in Evolution with special arts and crafts activities for children of all ages. Meet museum educators and learn about metamorphosis, native butterfly species of our region, and how to create your own butterfly garden.
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Related Exhibition: Butterflies + Plants: Partners in Evolution
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National Museum of Natural History
Location: Natural History Museum Ground Floor & 2nd Floor, within related exhibition
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Saturday, February 28
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![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090115200015im_/http://www.si.edu/images/t.gif) | 10 AM-5 PM
Orchid
Family Festival |
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Enjoy the beauty and diversity of orchids and learn more about these wonderful plants. Adults can talk with orchid specialists and watch potting demonstrations. Kids can pot orchids to take home, learn about pollination, get temporary orchid tattoos, and much more. Co-sponsored by the Smithsonian's Horticulture Services Division and the U.S. Botanic Garden.
Free
Related Exhibition: Orchids through Darwin's Eyes
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National Museum of Natural History
Location: Natural History Museum Ground Floor and 1st Floor, within the related exhibition
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