Explorer Series Announced At Cleveland Museum Of Natural History

From CMNH: Join us as we welcome experts, explorers and adventurers and listen as they illuminate breakthroughs and challenges facing the world of natural history, natural science, human health and sustainability.

The series begins with a talk by Dr. Nina Jablonski on "Human Skin as a Story Book of Mammalian Evolution and Human Culture.”

Human skin is a remarkable product of biological evolution and of cultural evolution. It fulfills all of the roles of a versatile biological boundary surface – protecting us from moisture, sun, abrasion, and most microbes – as it does in other mammals, but it also supports a rich, uniquely human culture of self-expression through body paints, cosmetics, piercings, and tattoos. After this lecture, you will never think about your skin the same again!

Book signing to follow lecture.

5:30pm: Doors open. Enjoy complimentary light appetizers, a cash bar and live music. Dinner available for purchase at Exploration: A Zack Bruell Restaurant, located off the Wade Oval lobby. Museum exhibitions, galleries and store are open.

7pm: Presentation begins in auditorium; followed by Q&A. Select speakers sign their books afterward.

Admission

Student and/or Teacher: $6

Museum Member: $10

General Admission: $12

Parking: $10 special event rate in the Museum garage. $6 flat rate for Museum members.

For more information, go to CMNH.org.

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