"Winged Tapestries: Moths at Large"

Natural history & wildlife

American Museum of Natural History

Until Thu Feb 28

Photograph: Denis Finnin

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Time Out says

Fri Sep 7 2012

This exhibition by Ottawa-based photographer Jim des Rivièresl showcases 30-plus close-up views of moths, highlighting their diversity and their striking beauty. While taking the works in, kids will learn about the insects' life cycle, how the fluttering creatures avoid predators and how they differ from butterflies. Specimens from the collection will give kids a look at the moth species depicted in the photos. All ages.

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Name:
American Museum of Natural History
Address:
American Museum of Natural History Central Park West
Upper West Side
New York
10024

Cross Street:
at 79th St
Phone:
212-769-5100
Website:
amnh.org
Opening hours:
Daily 10am–5:45pm
Transport:
Subway: B, C to 81st St–Museum of Natural History; 1 to 79th St
Price:
Suggested donation $19, seniors and students $14.50, children 2–12 $10.50, children under 2 free. Special exhibits $25, seniors and students $19, children 2–12 $14.50, children under 2 free
Map
1. American Museum of Natural History
  - Central Park West
    Upper West Side
    New York
    10024
  - 212-769-5100
  - amnh.org
  - 40.781337,-73.973329

Event phone:
212-769-5100
Event website:
amnh.org

Categories:
Museums & Attractions. Natural history & wildlife
Good for:
Wow factor. Culture vultures. Feed your brain. Nature and wildlife. Kids. Quiet time
Event type:
Exhibitions

Date Time Price information
Sat Jan 12

10:00am

Free with museum admission