What's Happening in LBL
Land Between The Lakes features events throughout the year, especially during the spring, summer and fall seasons. During the winter months, LBL has eagle viewing tours, both on land and water, which are quite popular among wildlife-viewing enthusiasts.
Wooly Mondays
Oct 14, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
We are not sheepish about working with fibers. From shearing the wool of the sheep, washing it, spinning it into thread or yarn, and creating beautiful textiles. Come join us every Monday Morning at the Homeplace and see how we process wool from our sheep. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
The Awesome Opossum
Oct 14, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Textile Tuesdays
Oct 15, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
Knitting, weaving, sewing, quilting... What do all of these crafts have in common? They're all forms of textile crafts! Every Tuesday morning, join the Homeplace for a deep dive into one of the myriad textile crafts that were a common sight on an 1850s farm. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
Dinnertime for Bald Eagles
Oct 15, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Workshop Wednesdays
Oct 16, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry the way it used to be done. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
For Goodness Snakes
Oct 16, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Art on the Farm
Oct 17, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
It's time to get creative! Thursdays on the farm are all about art! From folk to fine, we'll be exploring all kinds of different media, methods, and styles from the 1850s. You can join us! Perhaps you'll transform an old shingle into a beautiful landscape, make a clay figure, or try your hand at drawing with real walnut ink. There's one way to find out!Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
Bites for Bobcats
Oct 17, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Forge Friday
Oct 18, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
It's summer here at the Homeplace, that means it's going to be hot and humid, but we will still brave the heat of the forge. Come out and join us on Forge Fridays to see a demonstration of 1850's blacksmithing techniques on our bellows operated charcoal forge. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
Red Wolf Treat Time
Oct 18, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
A Hogwarts Howl-O-Ween: Detention with Hagrid
Oct 19, 2024 - 10am - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
$9 for ages 18+; $7 for ages 5-17; free for ages 4 and under.
Okay, young wizard, that does it - YOU are in DETENTION! Report to Hagrid where you are to help him take care of all the magical creatures in the Forbidden Forest. Make a magical wand, learn spells, and meet some fantastic beasts! Walk with prefects or professors, find the golden snitch, search for Aldo the baby Bigfoot, discover both real and magical creatures, and avoid the perils of this enchanted trail as a 1st-year student in this Harry Potter-themed, non-scary Halloween program. Costumes are encouraged, feel free to wear your favorite costume!
For the safety of our familiars and yours, please leave your pets at home.
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Snake, Rattle & Roll!
Oct 20, 2024 - 1.30pm - 2pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Have you ever seen a snake? Now's your chance! Meet our resident snakes as we learn the different types of snakes we have here in LBL! You'll get to learn how to identify a venomous snake and discover what role they play in the ecosystem. We'll also discuss how to be safe around venomous and nonvenomous snakes when we're outside!
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Sunday Funday: Wildcat
Oct 20, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Everyone loves having fun and today it's playtime for our Wildcat! Watch as he reacts to an interesting new food item or an exciting new toy and learn more about how the Nature Station cares for its rescued wildlife through fun enrichment activities!
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Wooly Mondays
Oct 21, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
We are not sheepish about working with fibers. From shearing the wool of the sheep, washing it, spinning it into thread or yarn, and creating beautiful textiles. Come join us every Monday Morning at the Homeplace and see how we process wool from our sheep. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
The Awesome Opossum
Oct 21, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Textile Tuesdays
Oct 22, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
Knitting, weaving, sewing, quilting... What do all of these crafts have in common? They're all forms of textile crafts! Every Tuesday morning, join the Homeplace for a deep dive into one of the myriad textile crafts that were a common sight on an 1850s farm. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
Dinnertime for Bald Eagles
Oct 22, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Workshop Wednesdays
Oct 23, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry the way it used to be done. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
For Goodness Snakes
Oct 23, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Art on the Farm
Oct 24, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
It's time to get creative! Thursdays on the farm are all about art! From folk to fine, we'll be exploring all kinds of different media, methods, and styles from the 1850s. You can join us! Perhaps you'll transform an old shingle into a beautiful landscape, make a clay figure, or try your hand at drawing with real walnut ink. There's one way to find out!Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
Bites for Bobcats
Oct 24, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Forge Friday
Oct 25, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
It's summer here at the Homeplace, that means it's going to be hot and humid, but we will still brave the heat of the forge. Come out and join us on Forge Fridays to see a demonstration of 1850's blacksmithing techniques on our bellows operated charcoal forge. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
Red Wolf Treat Time
Oct 25, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Tree-Mendous Hike
Oct 26, 2024 - 11.30am - 1pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
*Ideal for home educators.
Land Between the Lakes has a large diversity of trees! Let's go on a 1-mile guided hike on our Woodland Walk Trail and learn some simple tips and techniques on how to identify the trees in your own backyard, their role in the environment, and other fun facts!
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Spidey Senses
Oct 26, 2024 - 1.30pm - 2pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Fall is filled with spiders! Argiope, orb weavers, daddy long legs, trap doors and more are trying to finish the long year and set up for the next. Discover the spiders around you and how to identify them!
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Nature's Monster Mash
Oct 26, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Owls Up Close
Oct 27, 2024 - 1.30pm - 2pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
*Ideal for home educators
Join our naturalists for a program dedicated to our favorite nocturnal singers - our owls! Meet our resident owls up close and learn how they survive in their nocturnal world, and what makes each species unique!
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Sunday Funday: Animal Playtime
Oct 27, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Sunday Funday: Jack-o-lantern Jamboree
Oct 27, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Happy Halloween to the Nature Station's animals! Jack-o-lanterns make great containers to stuff with festive feasts for our critters. Help us prepare some super snacks for the coyotes, vultures, and more. Then watch as the animals try to figure out how to open their pumpkin presents and chow down!
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Wooly Mondays
Oct 28, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
We are not sheepish about working with fibers. From shearing the wool of the sheep, washing it, spinning it into thread or yarn, and creating beautiful textiles. Come join us every Monday Morning at the Homeplace and see how we process wool from our sheep. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
The Awesome Opossum
Oct 28, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Textile Tuesdays
Oct 29, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
Knitting, weaving, sewing, quilting... What do all of these crafts have in common? They're all forms of textile crafts! Every Tuesday morning, join the Homeplace for a deep dive into one of the myriad textile crafts that were a common sight on an 1850s farm. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
Dinnertime for Bald Eagles
Oct 29, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Workshop Wednesdays
Oct 30, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
Wood was the most common material on the 1850s farm and working with it was often second nature to the historic farmer. Try your hand at the wood lathe, carving and carpentry the way it used to be done. Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
For Goodness Snakes
Oct 30, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
Art on the Farm
Oct 31, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Homeplace 1850s - 4512 The Trace, Dover
It's time to get creative! Thursdays on the farm are all about art! From folk to fine, we'll be exploring all kinds of different media, methods, and styles from the 1850s. You can join us! Perhaps you'll transform an old shingle into a beautiful landscape, make a clay figure, or try your hand at drawing with real walnut ink. There's one way to find out!Admission fees apply!
For More Information: 931-232-6457
Bites for Bobcats
Oct 31, 2024 - 3.30pm - 4pm
Woodlands Nature Station - 3146 Silver Trail, Cadiz
Nature Station offers live animal programs featuring a different animal daily in September and October. Enjoy a closer look, and sometimes a chance to touch or help feed, as staff introduces you to one of our resident ambassadors.
*These programs will be different during Fall Break: Wolf Week. Oct.5-12
For More Information: 270-924-2299
From Earth to the Universe
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
This is staff favorite. Very broad in scope, the show begins with some brief history of how we have progressed in our understanding of the universe. In the past one hundred years we have grown exponentially and with the aid of the tech industry we are now able to observe aspects of the universe for the first time. Next, we enjoy a nice trip through the solar system - and beyond. We have lots of enthusiasm for the deep space concepts and many of our visitors and patrons agree. Deep space is infinitely interesting. With stunning visuals and a top-notch narration, it is easy to see why this show quickly became a favorite. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233
Firefall
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
Some of this debris collides with the Earth daily and is harmless. Some of the other objects may also collide with us, but we surely hope not. But we know it has happened before as you will learn in the show. Dedicated nightly searches are carried out around the globe using the most sophisticated instruments and computer software to detect Near Earth Objects (NEOs). A collision with a large comet or asteroid has the potential to destroy an entire civilization and change the course of history. Just ask the dinosaurs. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233
Earth, Moon & Sun
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center created Earth, Moon & Sun to help children explore the relationship between our home planet and its most familiar neighbors. Children are helped in their exploration by Coyote, a character adapted from Native American oral traditions. Native American stories woven throughout the show illustrate how we have long sought to understand our planet and the skies above us. In this show, Coyote proves to be an amusing guide because he has so many misconceptions about space. Coyote's confusion brings scientific facts to light and helps students think about how Earth, Moon, and Sun work together as a system. Students learn why the Sun rises and sets and the basics of fusion and solar energy. They examine the Moon's orbit, craters, phases, and eclipses. The show also describes past and future space travel to our Moon and beyond. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233
Traveling With Light
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
Traveling with Light presents different scenarios that reveal the complexity of light and its direct influence on our planet. The Sun is the closest star to Earth and generates the energy that provides the light and heat necessary for life. Nevertheless, the Sun is not the only source of natural light. Fire has accompanied the Earth since its inception and has played a very important role in the evolution of the human being, so much so that its discovery by primitive societies changed their way of life. Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233
Discover the Stars
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
On a clear, dark night, most of us, at one time or another, have gazed upon the stars and wondered about all those tiny points of light. Many of us are able to identify different patterns and constellations in the stars. But, what are those tiny points of light? This exciting program takes viewers beyond a simple observation of the night sky and delves into the fascinating lives of stars Admission fees apply. For showtimes, download the full Planetarium schedule here.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233
EXPLORE
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
Have you ever wondered how our modern spacecraft can navigate quickly and accurately to Earth orbit and beyond? Find out in EXPLORE! It's the story of humanity's fascination with the stars - from ancient stargazers and astrologers to the breakthrough discoveries of Nicolaus Copernicus and Johannes Kepler. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233
The Little Star That Could
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
Children love a good underdog story. This full-dome presentation is about the newest baby star in the sky - Little Star. He quickly discovers he is just an average star, but he yearns to become special and have planets of his own. Along the way in his quest, he meets other stars and learns what makes each star special. He also discovers much about planets and what it takes to lead a solar system. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233
Laser Legends of the Night Sky
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
Children and adults will enjoy this animated laser show where Aesop the owl will lead you on a light-hearted look at the Greek mythology associated with some of the constellations. This includes the stories behind the mighty warrior Perseus; the beautiful princess Andromeda; Cetus, the terrible sea monster, Scorpio the scorpion; and Orion the hunter. A non-laser full-dome version of this show is also available. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233
Habitat Earth
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
Living networks connect and support life forms large and small - from colonies of tiny microbes and populations of massive whales to ever-expanding human societies. In the California Academy of Sciences' latest original planetarium show, Habitat Earth, discover what it means to live in today's connected world. Through stunning visualizations of the natural world, dive below the ocean's surface to explore the dynamic relationships found in kelp forest ecosystems, travel beneath the forest floor to see how Earth's tallest trees rely on tiny fungi to survive, and journey to new heights to witness the intricate intersection between human and ecological networks. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233
Totality
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
"Totality" is a fascinating look at all the wonders of eclipses, especially total solar eclipses. An eclipse is described simply as when one celestial object blocks another from our view. This program, produced by Bays Mountain Planetarium, examines what eclipses are, how and when they occur, and what wonderful sights they create. We also look back to a fascinating period in scientific discovery when general relativity was proven with the photographic recording of a total solar eclipse. Our production includes a variety of wonderful styles - from spectacular space environments to humorous pop-up books. A very special part of the show relates, in a very human way, what happens when you are caught in the shadow of the Moon and the Sun is plunged into a total solar eclipse. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233
Stars: The Powerhouses of the Universe
Sep 1, 2024 thru Nov 30, 2024 - Various Times
Golden Pond Planetarium - 238 Visitor Center Dr, LBL
Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of stars. Mark Hamill will walk you through the dynamic process of how stars are formed, exciting adventures in space exploration, the significance of the electromagnetic spectrum in observing the universe, as well as the rich cultural history of astronomy from around the world. Admission fees apply. For a complete planetarium schedule, download this PDF.
For More Information: (270) 924-2233