Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary

A natural science education center and 289-acre wildlife sanctuary preserved in McKinney, Texas. The Heard is dedicated to demonstrating the extraordinary importance of protecting the environment and natural habitats through education and by example.

Exhibitions and events

Bugs LIVE

Event until 29.06.2025 4:00

Prepare to be amazed and inspired by the wonders of nature at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney, Texas, with the unveiling of Bugs LIVE! From March 15 to June 29,...

The Cell Phone Connection to the Natural World

Temporary exhibition until 30.09.2025

This ongoing exhibit explores not only the natural earth elements that go into modern phones but also explores communication over the last century. Most of the minerals used in the exhibit...

Night Out at the Heard: Love Bugs

Event on 10.05.2025 18:00

Join us for an evening under the stars at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary's fundraising event on May 10, from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. Night Out at the Heard promises to be a fun...

Summer Camp - Legs Legs Legs

Event on 02.06.2025 9:30

Heard Summer Camps feature opportunities for children from north Texas and beyond to delve into the wonders of nature on our 289-acre sanctuary, encounter animal ambassadors, investigate...

Halloween At The Heard

Event on 12.10.2025 18:00

Experience Collin County’s premier family-friendly Halloween event at Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary. Halloween at the Heard features a safe environment to experience the joy...

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