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Behind The Scenes Tours
A series of themed, behind the scenes tours to help you get a glimpse at our collections vaults.
Like many museums, the majority of our collections are not on public display. As the steward of over 1.2 million objects, there are a lot of unique, interesting, and just plain odd objects within our collections vaults— and this is your chance to get a look at some of them!
We’re offering annual themed tours of our collections vaults. Each tour date, attendees can choose from one or more themes that interest them the most.
Each tour is led by one of our expert collections staff members and includes:
- A brief, guided tour through a public exhibit
- A tour through one of our eight collections vaults
- A final Q & A session with our collections staff
Tours are for adult audiences (18+).
Please arrive promptly, as all tours will leave the lobby right at 6pm.
Upcoming Tours:
April 20, 2023
Under the SEa
Tour Guide: Chelsea Vasquez, Collections Assistant
Tour Locations: Wonders of Water, Zoology Vault
Dive into our zoology vault and marvel at the science of marine specimens inspired by The Little Mermaid. Treasure the history and importance of water to our community by exploring the museum’s newest exhibit.
Please note these tours are 18+ due to subject matter. Content is for mature audiences. Tours will start promptly at 6pm and depart from the lobby.
April 20, 2023
This Tour is lit
Tour Guide: Debbra Williams-Fernaays, Collections Manager
Tour Locations: 3rd Floor Old Rochester, History
Explore the history behind unique and beautiful lighting tools and appliances. Marvel at the brilliant colors of Tiffany lamps and the detailed workmanship of lanterns and chandeliers.
Please note these tours are 18+ due to subject matter. Content is for mature audiences. Tours will start promptly at 6pm and depart from the lobby.
