News
What's new at the EcoTarium, Central Massachusetts' unique museum of science & nature? You'll find the latest on EcoTarium news and
events here. You can also check out our calendar.
Members of the news media: For more information about the EcoTarium and upcoming offerings, or to arrange an interview with a member of the staff, please e-mail Liz Foxwell lfoxwell@ecotarium.org or call (508) 929-2738.
Electronic images are available upon request.
Current News
Asian Longhorned Beetles
This insect has been found within the City of Worcester. Learn about the ALB, identification methods, State regulations, survey map and FAQs on the City's Asian Longhorned Beetles page.
City of Worcester http://www.ci.worcester.ma.us/
To report a beetle sighting, call the toll-free public outreach hotline at 1-866-702-9938.
Information is also available on the Telegram & Gazette's webpage.
Press releases
Events
- EcoTarium, Higgins Armory, Old Sturbridge Village and Worcester Tornadoes Launch "COVER THE BASES" (May 20, 2009)
- EcoTarium announces the 2009 Jazz at Sunset Lineup (April 23, 2009)
- EcoTarium celebrates Family Fun and Fitness Day (July 23, 2009)
- EcoTarium launches First Health and Safety Day (July 30, 2008)
- Girls explore careers at Annual "Women in Science" Conference (February 13, 2008)
- Cosmic Collisions--spectacular new space show--opens February 16, 2008 in the Alden Digital Planetarium at the EcoTarium (January 9, 2008)
Exhibits
- Cyberchase: The Chase is On! (June 2010)
- SmartArt: Exploring Science & Art (November 14, 2008)
- The Zula Patrol Exhibit and Dome Show (June 2008)
- DinoTracks (November 23, 2007)
Announcements
- EcoTarium awarded prestigious grant from Institute of Museum and Library Services" (August 2010)
- EcoTarium named one of Massachusetts' "Great Places" (July 2010)
- Video CT scan offers new look at Asian Longhorned Beetle tree damage; Museum offers family programs on environmental concerns (July 2010)
- EcoTarium hosts Mission Explore Family Night (April 2010)
- The EcoTarium announces extensive development plans (October 2009)
- PNC Foundation awarded a $200,000 grant to a Worcester-based educational collaborative (April 2009)
- Siegfried: A Book About Worcester's Own Dinosaur (June 2008)
- Polar Bears to be protected under the Endangered Species Act (May 2008)
- Rhode Island boy wins EcoTarium's Be An Astronaut Contest (February 19, 2008)
- EcoTarium sells four acres of land to Seven Hills Foundation (December 21, 2007)
- EcoTarium announces Stephen Pitcher as interim director (January 2005)
EcoTarium Background
- All about EcoTarium
- EcoTarium develops naturalized meadow habitat
- EcoTarium's Tree Canopy Walkway gives visitors a bird's eye view of the forest
- EcoTarium celebrates a distinguished history
Photos e-mailed and mailed upon request.