All Bugs Go to Kevin: The Jewels of the Undergrowth
Get an up-close look at the incredible world of insects and their relatives with entomologist Kevin Wiener | 1–5 p.m., Saturday, June 27; Free and open to all ages.
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Get an up-close look at the incredible world of insects and their relatives with entomologist Kevin Wiener | 1–5 p.m., Saturday, June 27; Free and open to all ages.
Step into the mysteries of the night and discover the insects and other winged creatures that come alive after dark with educator and photographer Kevin Wiener | 8–10 p.m., Saturday, June 27; Free and open to all ages.
Explore the wonder of the night sky and nature's glow with displays on why protecting dark skies matters | 6–9 p.m., Saturday, June 27; Free and open to all ages.
Join illustrator Savannah Hoskinson for this hands-on class exploring how to observe and draw from natural history specimens. | 1:30–3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 27; $15/person, class limited to 8 participants.
Experience the magic of fireflies like never before with "Firefly Experience," a stunning short film by photographer Radim Schreiber | 8:30–10 p.m. Saturday, June 27; Free and open to all ages
Lace up and join the Firefly Festival 5K Run/Walk: a scenic, all-levels race through historic New Harmony and along the Wabash River | 7:30 a.m. Saturday, June 27; $35 until June 10; $40 until race day (deduct $5 for medal-only option).
Grab dinner, drinks or a sweet treat from a variety of food trucks and vendors gathered at the Atheneum—perfect for a relaxed evening at the festival | 5–9 p.m. Saturday, June 27; Offerings and prices vary by vendor.
Grab some free glow sticks and join the Glow Dance Party while you wait to visit Firefly Theater | 8–10 p.m., Saturday, June 27; Fun for all ages and completely free!
Mandy Scurry will read "Millie Fleur Saves the Night" by Christy Mandin and lead a fun craft activity after the story | 4:30–5:30 p.m., Saturday, June 27; Free and open to all ages.
Curious about New Harmony's utopian past? Join a 2-hour guided History Tour and explore the town by tram and on foot, with stops inside historic buildings and sites | 1 p.m. Tuesday–Saturday; Ticket prices vary.
Sit back and enjoy a 45-minute tram tour through New Harmony, featuring historic sites, local favorites and a quick introduction to the town's 200-year story | 10 and 11:15 a.m., Tuesday–Saturday; Ticket prices vary.
Create your own glow-in-the-dark t-shirt while enjoying live music by Just Wing It (2:30–3:15 p.m.) | 2–4 p.m., Saturday, June 27; Free and open to all ages.
A talk on naturalist Thomas Say by Randy R. Patrick | 3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 27; Free.
Step into New Harmony's past with "Thomas Say: Frontier Scientist," a lively 20-minute performance that brings the story of the town's pioneering naturalist to life | 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 27; Free and open to all ages.
Hop aboard the tram or a golf cart for a ride to Firefly Theater, a wooded viewing area near the Wabash River | 8–10 p.m., Saturday, June 27; Fun for all ages and completely free!
USI Alumni are invited to stop by the Alumni Engagement table to enjoy a special giveaway as a thank-you for being part of the USI community | 5–8 p.m., Saturday, June 27
603 West Street, P.O. Box 579, New Harmony, IN 47631