In 2024 the Paleontological Research Institution began a project to become a Resilience Hub for our local Ithaca community in the face of more extreme weather. The climate in Tompkins County, NY is changing, bringing increased threats from extreme rainfall and flooding, extreme heat, and wildfires and wildfire smoke, among other hazards. We provide resilience education and are developing ways to use our facilities for the public during extreme weather events.
We are dedicated to Earth science and environmental education. The Community Accessibility Program (CAP) was developed and continues to grow, based on our community’s needs and our capacity to fill them, to ensure that Earth science and environmental education is available to everyone regardless of resources or special needs. Our Community Accessibility Program includes monthly Pay-What-You-Wish Weekends, Museums for All, agency memberships, and more.
Community-focused Events
Go to our Events page to learn about the latest happenings.
Learn about Sensory-Friendly Hours.
We hold Mask Mondays at the Museum of the Earth on the third Monday of each month.
Each February we celebrate Darwin Days with the community.
Experience the Museum of the Earth’s Quiet Space on your next visit.
Online Content
Find climate change action resources for Tompkins County, NY here.
Weather-Ready Nation preparedness information