Event

NMAAHC Kids @ The National Zoo

Name: NMAAHC Kids @ The National Zoo
Start: 2026-05-28T13:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-05-28T17:30:00.000Z

May 28, 2026

9:30 AM EDT – 1:30 PM EDT

Kids & Families

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Celebrate Black Birders Week with NMAAHC Kids at the National Zoo!
On May 26th, 28th and 30th, NMAAHC Kids joins the National Zoo's Little Critters (ages 0-5) program to teach about African American bird lover and musician, Ella Jenkins, and host a make your own bird-filled album art activity. Children are invited to come enjoy other bird-focused sensory activity stations, outdoor nature play and the Bird House to meet new birds. Discover the connection between the NMAAHC and Zoo collections by registering for your FREE Zoo passes today!

Please note these programs will take place at the National Zoo in the Bird House Classroom.

Little Critters: Nature Play is designed for ages 0-5 and their caregivers and families. Activities are designed with early learners in mind, but all ages are welcome. Parents and guardians must remain with their children.