Celebrate the EcoTarium’s 200th Anniversary throughout 2025!
We look forward to celebrating our 200th anniversary with the greater Worcester community!
Over 200 fun, engaging and educational programs and events will be offered throughout the year. The schedule of the major events is below. Be sure to check the website regularly for updates.
Celebration Events & Offerings
Noon Year’s Eve Celebration - 12/31/24
Bicentennial Community Mural Installation - 2/21/25
200th Anniversary Lyceum #1 - 2/26/25
"Change the World" Celebration on Anthony’s Birthday - 4/5/25
April Vacation Week: Community Science + Earth Day Nature Walk - April 2025
A Night at the Museum Gala - 5/17/25
200th Annual Meeting of the Worcester Natural History Society/EcoTarium - 6/10/25
EcoTarium’s 200th Birthday Party: Celebrating the 200th Day of Our 200th Year! - 7/19/25
Join us as we celebrate 200 years of curiosity, exploration, and community! On the 200th day of our 200th year, the EcoTarium invites you to an unforgettable birthday party that brings the Worcester community together.
Explore the museum and grounds while enjoying interactive tables and activities from our amazing business and nonprofit partners. Experience hands-on science programs and live animal encounters led by our talented educators and zoo team, running all day long!
Don’t miss this milestone event honoring the past, celebrating the present, and looking forward to the future of discovery in Worcester. Fun for all ages awaits—let’s make history together!
Stoddard Exhibition Hall Grand Opening Gala - November 2025
PLUS - we will be hosting four symposiums on topics related to the EcoTarium’s history and mission and we will continue to offer the monthly Astrophysics Speaker Series.
200th Anniversary Sponsorship Opportunities Available:
Contact David Zeutas-Broer at 508.929.2715 or dzeutas-broer@ecotarium.org for more information!