The Collections
The Pember Museum collections are a wonderful example of the biodiversity of the area 100 years ago, and also include specimens from around the world.
There are over 7,000 objects in the collections of the Pember Museum, covering a wide variety of natural history subjects. Nearly 80% of the collections are on display. Specimens include vertebrate (birds, mammals, and reptiles) and invertebrate animals (insects, arachnids and sea life), rocks and minerals, fossils, some anthropological and historical materials, and a herbarium (dried plant specimens).
NEWS
Closing 2/13
Thursday, February 13, the weather again is bad. The schools have closed and we follow their lead. So, sadly we will be closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience. There will be no Young Explorers class. Next week is Winter Break for the schools and therefore our next class will be on Feb. 27. Call to register your child by end of day on 2/25.
LEGO Exhibit!
Coming in March for all LEGO enthusiasts. Are you a builder or someone who’s amazed at what can be built with them? Would you like to showcase your favorite build? Well, drop off your LEGO build and complete an entry slip on Monday, March 3 from 5:30-7:00pm in the Pember Library.
The public exhibit will run from Tuesday, March 4 at 10:00am to Thursday, March 6 at 7:00pm.
We will host an exhibit reception for all LEGO builders, families, friends and the public on Thursday, March 6 from 6:00-7:00pm with light refreshments.
Come on, show us your LEGOs!
Closure
The weather prediction for Thursday, February 6 appears to be snow and ice. In light of this, we will be closing the library and museum. There will not be the Young Explorers after-school program either. Stay home, stay safe. We are open today 2/5 and then will be back open on Friday 2/7.
Discover Granville Website Launch Party
The RERC branding committee (Recreation Economy for Rural Communities) will be presenting the new Discover Granville website in the Pember Library from 6-8pm on Thursday, January 30th. https://www.discovergranvilleny.com/ There will be light refreshments followed by a short presentation.
Young Explorers
Young Explorers start Thursday, January 23 in the library from 3:30 – 4:30. Join us for our after-school program featuring the flora and fauna of the Pember Nature Preserve. Participants, 1st grade and up will enjoy hands-on learning, playing educational games and/or crafting.
January 23 through May 8, 2025 (No class on 2/20 or 4/17)
Registration is required by Tuesday to each class by calling the Museum at 518-642-1515, Facebook messaging, or email Pember_edu@roadrunner.com.
Closure 12/28
We were scheduled to be open today but unfortunately, the library and museum will be closed as a precaution against icy roads and walkways.
Stay safe! We will reopen with normal hours on January 2.
Holiday Hours
Regular hours 12/19 – 12/21 and 12/26-12/28 for both the library and museum
Closed 12/24, 12/25, 12/31 and 1/1.
We will be back to a normal schedule beginning January 2.
Have a safe and joyous holiday season!
Live Owls Coming in January!
Trish Marki with Silent Wings Raptors Rehab and Education, a program of the Wildlife Institute of Eastern New York will be presenting live owls at the Pember Library on January 25 from 11:00am to 12:00pm. Come learn about the owls of our area and some that may not be residents.
Following the program, Museum Educator Bernie will hold a pellet dissecting class from 12-12:45. Registration is required for the class as space is limited. Call 518-642-1515 to reserve your spot in the class.