Specialty Entomology Pinning Workshop ?
Schedule
Fri Jun 21 2024 at 05:30 pm
Location
Science Museum of Minnesota | Saint Paul, MN
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Enter your entomological era! Learn how to scientifically pin and prepare a Cicadidae specimen for display.In the Entomology Pinning Workshop, you will learn how to:
- Rehydrate specimens in a relaxing chamber
- Pin Cicadidae specimens scientifically
- Display and store unmounted specimens once dried
Following the workshop, take home your pinned specimen to complete the drying process, and use the skills you learned in the workshop to complete your display.
This hour-long workshop includes our Entomology STEM Pinning Kit, hands-on instruction on how to properly pin a specimen, and museum admission.
Please come prepared to learn the art and science of Entomology Pinning. This workshop handles deceased insects and is a hands-on experience. This workshop includes detailed work on a small specimen. Participants will be handling deceased insects, using insect forceps to manipulate the specimen, as well as sharp entomology pins. Due to the nature of these tools and materials, participants will be asked to sign a waiver before participating in the workshop and should be 18 years of age or older. https://new.smm.org/store-events
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? Sustainability, responsible husbandry, and conservation are core considerations as we develop our entomology products and workshop experiences. We source insects from carefully vetted vendors with those priorities in mind and in alignment with the Science Museum of Minnesota's ethics policy.
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Where is it happening?
Science Museum of Minnesota, 120 W. Kellogg Blvd,Saint Paul,MN,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
