The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Don't miss these exciting events - COMIING SOON to The Schiele!

The Schiele is part of the initiative to celebrate America’s 250th birthday on July 4, 2026.

In honor of this special year, explore Gaston County! Pick up a Gaston 250 Passport at the Gaston County Museum of Art & History or the Gaston County Public Library. Return it stamped by at least 8 county museums and historical locations across our area to get a commemorative Gaston 250 pin. (You can also collect historic trading cards along the way.) Don't miss The Schiele as one of your stops!

Learn more at gastongov.com/1387/Passports
Gaston County Government

Are your kids or grandkids bored at home this summer? 😒🤷‍♂️🤦‍♀️

Schiele Summer Camps include hands-on activities, science experiments, animal encounters, and themed projects, plus recreation and field trips to community attractions.

There are a few camp spots still available for kids entering 3rd or 4th grade in the fall. Register for fun & learning before the sun sets on summer vacation! schielemuseum.org/summer-camps

🐑🐐 Meet the farm animals that call The Schiele home. Learn about their personalities, daily care, and habits, and even help feed them during a guided tour of The Farm. is available through 8/8. Plan your visit today!

📅 Monday–Saturday
🕚 11 AM
🎟 Included with the purchase of museum admission

On , 6/14, and every day this summer, active military, veterans, and their families can enjoy free admission.

The program is made possible through the support of Dignity Memorial, City of Gastonia Government, and a partnership with . Get details: schielemuseum.org/blue-star-museums

You're invited to party with the STARS. 💫⭐

Whether you're a seasoned stargazer or newly curious about the cosmos, don't miss , an after-hours astronomy experience. Enjoy a planetarium show followed by a telescope viewing party on the museum roof - no experience or equipment needed!

📅 Friday, 6/19
🕗 8–10 PM
💲 $8 Museum Members / $10 General Public
Space is limited. Get tickets at schielemuseum.org/telescope-party

🦙 Hit the trail with a new friend!

Join us for on 6/27 and take a guided woodland hike along The Schiele's Nature Trail with a llama or alpaca companion. Along the way, you'll learn fascinating facts about these amazing animals, feel their soft coats, and have the chance to snap plenty of photos to remember your adventure.

🌿 30-minute guided hike
📅 June 27 | 9 AM–4 PM
💲 $25 Museum Members | $30 General Public
⏰ Advance reservations required: schielemuseum.org/llama-trek

Space is limited. Don't miss your chance to take a walk on the WILD side!

Llama Trek - Schiele Museum Take a woodland hike with a llama or alpaca friend! Enjoy photo opps and one-on-one interactions during your visit.

Opening this September, the Elizabeth Williams Robinson Hall of Dinosaurs will showcase more than authentic dinosaur fossils 🦕 and fossil casts - it will also highlight the incredible craftsmanship of our exhibit preparers 🖌️🔨🎨.

From hand-painted murals and sculpted concrete landscapes to original works of art, every detail of the space beneath and around the dinosaurs has been thoughtfully designed. The environment will be just as unforgettable as the giants that inhabit it.