Thursday Morning Series
Family Series
This series is intended for families with children. Each program will feature animal residents of the River Museum and likely include a story book.
*Each program runs approximately 45 minutes.
Otterly Awesome Otters
July 9 | 9:30 a.m.
Join us from the otter enclosure to learn more about the North American River Otter and its conservation success story! We'll learn about otters and their adaptations. We'll also find out how the River Museum's otters came to be at the museum and read a story about otters.
Otterly Awesome otters
Reptiles Alive
July 16 | 9:30 a.m.
Join an educator as we explore the world of reptiles! Learn about some of their amazing adaptations and the important roles they play in nature. Live animals will join us on our adventure!
REptiles alive
Feathered Friends
July 30 | 9:30 a.m.
You'll get to meet one of the River Museum's newest friends up close and learn more about how feathered animals survive!
feathered friends
Ocean Explorers: Sharks & Rays
August 6 | 9:30 a.m.
Break down common misconceptions surrounding sharks and rays! We'll highlight the unique adaptations these animals need to survive. The program will also allow participants to explore the important roles sharks and rays play in the ecosystem. Video of the River Museum's sharks and rays will be used during the program.
ocean explorers
Tuesday Evening Series
In-Depth Series
This series is intended for individuals looking to take a closer look at various aspects of the River Museum, including our animals, operations and initiatives. Each program will introduce a new topic and allow time for questions.
*Each program runs approximately 45 minutes.
Otters - Back from the Brink
July 7 | 6 p.m.
Join us from the otter enclosure to learn more about the North American River Otter and its conservation success story. We'll learn about otters and their adaptations. We'll also find out how the River Museum's otters came to be at the museum and talk with one of our keepers!
Otters-back from the brink 
Misunderstood? Sharks & Stingrays
July 14 | 6 p.m.
Break down common misconceptions surrounding sharks and rays! We'll highlight the unique adaptations these animals need to survive. The program will also allow participants to explore the important roles sharks and rays play in the ecosystem. Video of the River Museum's sharks and rays will be used during the program.
Misunderstood? Sharks & Stingrays
Behind-the-Scenes of Artifact Storage
July 28 | 6 p.m.
Go behind-the-scenes with our collections manager as we feature a few historical artifacts currently residing in our collections at the Dubuque County Historical Society. You'll learn a bit about the objects themselves and their backstories.
behind-the-scenes of artifact storage
Behind-the-Scenes: Conservation Initiatives
August 4 | 6 p.m.
Take a dive into the many conservation initiatives going on behind the scenes at the River Museum. Aquarists at the River Museum work with vulnerable species every day, and one of those aquarists will join us to discuss our work and highlight our involvement in the Florida Reef Tract Rescue Project - an effort to help coral species along the coast of Florida.
behind the scenes: conservation initiatives