The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science’s (NMMNHS) upcoming public engagement event this Friday, ‘What’s Old Will be New,’ will be available to attend virtually HERE. 

What: What’s Old Will Be New. This free public engagement event will feature a presentation about the museum’s upcoming renovation and associated closure, slated to begin Monday, August 4. 

Hear from leadership about the museum’s plans to streamline the entrance and box office, expand its NatureWorks Discovery Center gift shop, and upgrade its infrastructure to accommodate future growth. Additionally, city leaders and the heads from nearby museums will speak about upcoming projects that will enhance the neighborhood in the coming months. 

This event is free to attend in-person and will be available virtually on Zoom HERE. More information and frequently asked questions about the renovation are available at nmnaturalhistory.org/visit.  

Who: Hear from NMMNHS Executive Director Dr. Anthony Fiorillo about details on the museum’s upcoming renovation. Additionally, leaders from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History Foundation, the City of Albuquerque, Explora, and the Albuquerque Museum will be speaking about other upcoming events and projects that will enhance Old Town Albuquerque. 

Where: The NMMNHS Multi-purpose Room, located at 1801 Mountain Rd. NW. 

When: 3:00 p.m. on Friday, June 27. 

Why: It offers visitors a free opportunity to learn more and ask questions about the museum’s upcoming renovation and new projects throughout the neighborhood. The virtual option is intended to make the event accessible to those who can’t attend in person.