Beaty Biodiversity Museum
@beatymuseum.bsky.social
Vancouver’s natural history museum at UBC
We offer #virtual museum tours for classes and groups of all ages from anywhere around the world! Join our team live over zoom for an overview of our collections, highlights of our favorite exhibits, and plenty of time for Q&A.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:24 PM
We offer #virtual museum tours for classes and groups of all ages from anywhere around the world! Join our team live over zoom for an overview of our collections, highlights of our favorite exhibits, and plenty of time for Q&A.
beatymuseum.ubc.ca/learn/online...
beatymuseum.ubc.ca/learn/online...
Our famous Mushroom Walk is this Sunday, November 9th at 1:00 pm. We still have some last spots available! Registration is required, no drop-ins for this event. Click to read more and register. #mushrooms #UBC #UBCevents #YVRevents #UBCscience #scicomm #scied
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November 6, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Our famous Mushroom Walk is this Sunday, November 9th at 1:00 pm. We still have some last spots available! Registration is required, no drop-ins for this event. Click to read more and register. #mushrooms #UBC #UBCevents #YVRevents #UBCscience #scicomm #scied
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2025 Mushroom Walk
Explore fungi on UBC campus with Dr. Mary Berbee and her team on an hour-long walk around campus!
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October 28, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Join us on November 20th for the Biodiversity Lecture Series with Dr. Justina Ray,
"What’s Left to What’s Needed: Reframing Biodiversity in Decision-Making."
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#Biodiversity #Conservation #Sustainability #Environment #UBCevents #UBCscience #UBC
"What’s Left to What’s Needed: Reframing Biodiversity in Decision-Making."
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#Biodiversity #Conservation #Sustainability #Environment #UBCevents #UBCscience #UBC
Biodiversity Lecture Series with Justina Ray
Biodiversity Lecture Series returns with Dr. Justina Ray, President and Senior Scientist of Wildlife Conservation Society Canada, lead research on biodiversity conservation in northern boreal landscap...
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October 23, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Join us on November 20th for the Biodiversity Lecture Series with Dr. Justina Ray,
"What’s Left to What’s Needed: Reframing Biodiversity in Decision-Making."
beatymuseum.ubc.ca/events/event...
#Biodiversity #Conservation #Sustainability #Environment #UBCevents #UBCscience #UBC
"What’s Left to What’s Needed: Reframing Biodiversity in Decision-Making."
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#Biodiversity #Conservation #Sustainability #Environment #UBCevents #UBCscience #UBC
#Nature Club is next weekend on Sunday, November 1. Our family-friendly activities are focused on #fossils this month. Everyone is welcome, sign up online to secure your spot, or drop in between 10:30am-1pm.
We hope to see you in your Halloween costume, especially if it's #biodiversity themed!
We hope to see you in your Halloween costume, especially if it's #biodiversity themed!
Nature Club: Fossils | Beaty Biodiversity Museum
Interested in seeing fossils at the museum? Join us for this special Nature Club edition!
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October 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
#Nature Club is next weekend on Sunday, November 1. Our family-friendly activities are focused on #fossils this month. Everyone is welcome, sign up online to secure your spot, or drop in between 10:30am-1pm.
We hope to see you in your Halloween costume, especially if it's #biodiversity themed!
We hope to see you in your Halloween costume, especially if it's #biodiversity themed!
The Beaty Biodiversity Museum turns 15 years old tomorrow! We would love to see you in person, so as our #birthday present to you, we welcome you to visit by donation on Thursday, October 16, 2025. 🎂 🎁 🎉
Thank you to each and every one of you for supporting us these past 15 years.
Thank you to each and every one of you for supporting us these past 15 years.
October 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The Beaty Biodiversity Museum turns 15 years old tomorrow! We would love to see you in person, so as our #birthday present to you, we welcome you to visit by donation on Thursday, October 16, 2025. 🎂 🎁 🎉
Thank you to each and every one of you for supporting us these past 15 years.
Thank you to each and every one of you for supporting us these past 15 years.
Have you registered for our FREE Educator Open House, yet? On October 24, you'll meet museum staff, partners, and like-minded educators! Enjoy tours, documentaries, & hands-on learning at your own pace throughout the day.
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#biodiversity #museum #biology #teachers
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#biodiversity #museum #biology #teachers
October 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Have you registered for our FREE Educator Open House, yet? On October 24, you'll meet museum staff, partners, and like-minded educators! Enjoy tours, documentaries, & hands-on learning at your own pace throughout the day.
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#biodiversity #museum #biology #teachers
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#biodiversity #museum #biology #teachers
We're looking forward to our first Nature Club of the year this Saturday October 4. We've planned hands-on activities, along with an eye-catching algae craft. Sign up online to secure your spot, or drop in between 10:30am-1pm!
#UBCInspired #natureclub #museums #lichen #algae #biodiversity
#UBCInspired #natureclub #museums #lichen #algae #biodiversity
Nature Club: Fungi, Lichen & Algae | Beaty Biodiversity Museum
Join us as we take a closer look at the non-plant specimens from the herbarium!
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October 1, 2025 at 6:12 PM
We're looking forward to our first Nature Club of the year this Saturday October 4. We've planned hands-on activities, along with an eye-catching algae craft. Sign up online to secure your spot, or drop in between 10:30am-1pm!
#UBCInspired #natureclub #museums #lichen #algae #biodiversity
#UBCInspired #natureclub #museums #lichen #algae #biodiversity
Join us for an evening on climate change 🌏 🤒
Get a chance to meet 66 Birds / 3 Degrees Artist, Natalie Niblack & hear from all our special guests.
⏰ Oct 16th, 6-7:30pm (Doors Open 5pm)
🎟️ Admission by donation.
📲 Scan the QR code to learn more.
#climatechange #birdsofinstagram
Get a chance to meet 66 Birds / 3 Degrees Artist, Natalie Niblack & hear from all our special guests.
⏰ Oct 16th, 6-7:30pm (Doors Open 5pm)
🎟️ Admission by donation.
📲 Scan the QR code to learn more.
#climatechange #birdsofinstagram
September 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Join us for an evening on climate change 🌏 🤒
Get a chance to meet 66 Birds / 3 Degrees Artist, Natalie Niblack & hear from all our special guests.
⏰ Oct 16th, 6-7:30pm (Doors Open 5pm)
🎟️ Admission by donation.
📲 Scan the QR code to learn more.
#climatechange #birdsofinstagram
Get a chance to meet 66 Birds / 3 Degrees Artist, Natalie Niblack & hear from all our special guests.
⏰ Oct 16th, 6-7:30pm (Doors Open 5pm)
🎟️ Admission by donation.
📲 Scan the QR code to learn more.
#climatechange #birdsofinstagram
Looking for #fieldtrip options at #UBC? We've partnered with @pme.ubc.ca to offer a full-day Earth Experience, including your choice of program at both museums, located less than a 5-minute walk apart!
Earth Experience
Grades K-12: Enjoy a full day with a joint program at the Beaty Biodiversity Museum and Pacific Museum of Earth.
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September 24, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Looking for #fieldtrip options at #UBC? We've partnered with @pme.ubc.ca to offer a full-day Earth Experience, including your choice of program at both museums, located less than a 5-minute walk apart!
#Nature Club is back! 🍄 🦕 🐌 🦨 🦈 🦆 🌻 🐝
On the first Saturday of every month, visit the #museum for special activities focused on #biodiversity. Thanks to #UBCInspired, Nature Club is free for UBC campus #families. Everyone is welcome, click to learn more and register:
On the first Saturday of every month, visit the #museum for special activities focused on #biodiversity. Thanks to #UBCInspired, Nature Club is free for UBC campus #families. Everyone is welcome, click to learn more and register:
Nature Club | Beaty Biodiversity Museum
Join us on the first Saturday of the month for biodiversity activities for children 5-12 years old.
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September 10, 2025 at 5:30 PM
#Nature Club is back! 🍄 🦕 🐌 🦨 🦈 🦆 🌻 🐝
On the first Saturday of every month, visit the #museum for special activities focused on #biodiversity. Thanks to #UBCInspired, Nature Club is free for UBC campus #families. Everyone is welcome, click to learn more and register:
On the first Saturday of every month, visit the #museum for special activities focused on #biodiversity. Thanks to #UBCInspired, Nature Club is free for UBC campus #families. Everyone is welcome, click to learn more and register:
Tea, whether it's black, green, or white, all comes from the same plant: 𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘢 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘴. Find out how and what other organisms contribute to #tea and infusions at a special event at O5 Tea Bar September 18th at 7pm. Info and registration: tinyurl.com/m2zb3hup
September 8, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Tea, whether it's black, green, or white, all comes from the same plant: 𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘢 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘴. Find out how and what other organisms contribute to #tea and infusions at a special event at O5 Tea Bar September 18th at 7pm. Info and registration: tinyurl.com/m2zb3hup
This could be you! We're accepting applications for Education Volunteers throughout September. Apply online at beatymuseum.ubc.ca/volunteer
#biodiversity #museums #science #biology #BeatyMuseum #volunteer #UBC
#biodiversity #museums #science #biology #BeatyMuseum #volunteer #UBC
September 3, 2025 at 6:47 PM
This could be you! We're accepting applications for Education Volunteers throughout September. Apply online at beatymuseum.ubc.ca/volunteer
#biodiversity #museums #science #biology #BeatyMuseum #volunteer #UBC
#biodiversity #museums #science #biology #BeatyMuseum #volunteer #UBC
Join us for an immersive evening of tea tasting, small bites & an exploration of the diverse organisms involved in the making of tea. September 18th, 7pm, special offsite event @O5tea 2208 W 4th Ave, Vancouver. More info and to register: beatymuseum.ubc.ca/2025/08/14/b...
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August 28, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Join us for an immersive evening of tea tasting, small bites & an exploration of the diverse organisms involved in the making of tea. September 18th, 7pm, special offsite event @O5tea 2208 W 4th Ave, Vancouver. More info and to register: beatymuseum.ubc.ca/2025/08/14/b...
#BeatyMuseum
#BeatyMuseum
Our FREE #Educator Open House is back on October 24! Learn how we can support your lessons with curriculum links in our exhibits, activities, and programs. All educators are welcome: K-12, post-secondary, EA's, TOC's, #teacher-librarians, and teachers-in-training! Click to register online:
Educator Open House 2025 | Beaty Biodiversity Museum
Visit the Beaty Biodiversity Museum in person for a professional development day. Learn how we can support your lessons with curriculum links in our exhibits, activities, and programs.
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August 27, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Our FREE #Educator Open House is back on October 24! Learn how we can support your lessons with curriculum links in our exhibits, activities, and programs. All educators are welcome: K-12, post-secondary, EA's, TOC's, #teacher-librarians, and teachers-in-training! Click to register online:
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What’s a cetacean’s favorite TV show?
WHALE of Fortune 😁
📍 Shout out to our across-the-street neighbours, the
@beatymuseum.bsky.social
WHALE of Fortune 😁
📍 Shout out to our across-the-street neighbours, the
@beatymuseum.bsky.social
August 23, 2025 at 4:01 PM
What’s a cetacean’s favorite TV show?
WHALE of Fortune 😁
📍 Shout out to our across-the-street neighbours, the
@beatymuseum.bsky.social
WHALE of Fortune 😁
📍 Shout out to our across-the-street neighbours, the
@beatymuseum.bsky.social
Capturing a beach in a box isn't an easy feat, but our museum team packed over 30 real museum specimens into a Seashore Beaty Box. Bring a mini-museum to your classroom, community group, or art class. beatymuseum.ubc.ca/learn/beaty-...
#biodiversity #museums #biology #BeatyMuseum #beach #education
#biodiversity #museums #biology #BeatyMuseum #beach #education
August 20, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Capturing a beach in a box isn't an easy feat, but our museum team packed over 30 real museum specimens into a Seashore Beaty Box. Bring a mini-museum to your classroom, community group, or art class. beatymuseum.ubc.ca/learn/beaty-...
#biodiversity #museums #biology #BeatyMuseum #beach #education
#biodiversity #museums #biology #BeatyMuseum #beach #education
The next Beaty Nocturnal is happening on Thursday, August 21, 2025! ✨
On the third Thursday of every month, the museum stays open late until 8:30 pm — with admission by donation starting at 5:00 pm. All ages welcome!
🎥 5:30 pm | Auditorium – Raising Big Blue film screening
🐋 7:00 pm | Under the Wh
On the third Thursday of every month, the museum stays open late until 8:30 pm — with admission by donation starting at 5:00 pm. All ages welcome!
🎥 5:30 pm | Auditorium – Raising Big Blue film screening
🐋 7:00 pm | Under the Wh
August 18, 2025 at 5:21 PM
The next Beaty Nocturnal is happening on Thursday, August 21, 2025! ✨
On the third Thursday of every month, the museum stays open late until 8:30 pm — with admission by donation starting at 5:00 pm. All ages welcome!
🎥 5:30 pm | Auditorium – Raising Big Blue film screening
🐋 7:00 pm | Under the Wh
On the third Thursday of every month, the museum stays open late until 8:30 pm — with admission by donation starting at 5:00 pm. All ages welcome!
🎥 5:30 pm | Auditorium – Raising Big Blue film screening
🐋 7:00 pm | Under the Wh
Join us for our new exhibit 66 Birds/3 Degrees by Natalie Niblack. This project is a visual and sound environment of Pacific Northwest birds that are at risk if global warming is not mitigated. On from August 21st to December 31st.
August 15, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Join us for our new exhibit 66 Birds/3 Degrees by Natalie Niblack. This project is a visual and sound environment of Pacific Northwest birds that are at risk if global warming is not mitigated. On from August 21st to December 31st.
Getting creative this summer? Our free downloadable resources include biodiversity-themed colouring pages, nature journal prompts, and printable nature guides.
Tag us in your creations @beatymuseum beatymuseum.ubc.ca/learn/educat...
#biodiversity #museums #science #biology #BeatyMuseum
Tag us in your creations @beatymuseum beatymuseum.ubc.ca/learn/educat...
#biodiversity #museums #science #biology #BeatyMuseum
August 13, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Getting creative this summer? Our free downloadable resources include biodiversity-themed colouring pages, nature journal prompts, and printable nature guides.
Tag us in your creations @beatymuseum beatymuseum.ubc.ca/learn/educat...
#biodiversity #museums #science #biology #BeatyMuseum
Tag us in your creations @beatymuseum beatymuseum.ubc.ca/learn/educat...
#biodiversity #museums #science #biology #BeatyMuseum
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This #OceanIdiom refers to being out of place in unfamiliar surroundings. While preserved fish specimens in museums, which are literally out of water, might seem out of place, they actually play an important role in research. @beatymuseum.bsky.social @seaaroundus.org oceans.ubc.ca/10-years-of-...
August 7, 2025 at 6:45 PM
This #OceanIdiom refers to being out of place in unfamiliar surroundings. While preserved fish specimens in museums, which are literally out of water, might seem out of place, they actually play an important role in research. @beatymuseum.bsky.social @seaaroundus.org oceans.ubc.ca/10-years-of-...
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Just published our #Seaweed Knowledge Cards for Hornby Island, BC as an #OER 🎉 Excited for this work to be used by others. Seaweed knowledge for all! 🥳 @ubcbiology.bsky.social @beatymuseum.bsky.social
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Seaweed Knowledge Cards for Hornby Island, B.C.
A set of seaweed knowledge cards for a selection of local seaweeds found around Hornby Island, British Columbia, Canada. Includes information about common English and scientific names (with pronouncia...
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July 7, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Just published our #Seaweed Knowledge Cards for Hornby Island, BC as an #OER 🎉 Excited for this work to be used by others. Seaweed knowledge for all! 🥳 @ubcbiology.bsky.social @beatymuseum.bsky.social
oercommons.org/courseware/l...
oercommons.org/courseware/l...
Lisa Matthias's microscopic landscapes at the Beaty, by Anna Pontin. www.ubyssey.ca/culture/lisa...
Lisa Matthias's microscopic landscapes at the Beaty
The Beaty Biodiversity Museum is an objectively strange place for an art exhibit. The building, more bunker than gallery, is a dense centralized archive of plastinated, taxidermied and otherwise prese...
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April 16, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Lisa Matthias's microscopic landscapes at the Beaty, by Anna Pontin. www.ubyssey.ca/culture/lisa...