A Turtles Shell-ebration

Saturday, June 7, 2025 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Kick off the grand opening of our Turtles exhibit with a turtle-ly awesome day full of fun activities and crafts! Dive into the world of these incredible reptiles with hands-on stations and interactive learning experiences. Then, complete your day with a journey through the exhibit to discover live turtles, their unique adaptations and the conservation efforts helping to protect them around the world.

Included with general admission and FREE for members.   

Scheduled Activities* 

Paper Plate Turtles 
Color, fold and staple your sea turtle paper plate to watch it come to life.
 
Where in the World? 
Match each four-legged friend to their habitat in this fun game. 
 
Turtle-ly Terrific Trivia 
After going through the exhibit, test your knowledge at this turtle-ly fun station.  
 
Shell Casting 
Take home a casting of your favorite turtle’s shell!
 
Terrapin in the Hole 
Toss turtles in this fun game of cornhole.  
 
*Activities are available in the Great Hall from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and are subject to change without notice.    

A Turtles Shell-ebration is sponsored by   

Turtles is sponsored locally by    

PARKING

Parking is limited at Fernbank and may not be available. Please be prepared to park offsite and walk or use ride share. Please see the map below for directions to an additional parking option: