The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks’ (MDWFP) Mississippi Museum of Natural Science (MMNS) invites you to expect the unexpected at “World Snake Day” on Friday, June 13, 2025, from 10 am until 2 pm. Whether you’re a lifelong reptile enthusiast or just a little curious, this slithery celebration offers a safe and fascinating way to learn about one of nature’s most misunderstood creatures. At this interactive event, visitors will see and touch live snakes, meet the Museum’s herpetologists and educators, learn how to distinguish venomous from non-venomous snakes, and explore how snakes benefit our environment. Guests can also participate in crafts and educational activities designed to entertain and inform people of all ages.
“Snakes might not be everyone’s favorite animal, but they are truly remarkable,” says Assistant Museum Director Aaron Holbrook. “World Snake Day is a great chance to explore the science and beauty of these fascinating reptiles in a safe, fun setting. We invite you to come learn something new – you might even surprise yourself!”
World Snake Day is also Scout friendly. Girl Scouts of Greater Mississippi can earn the “MDWFP Museum of Natural Science Snake Day Patch.” Boy Scouts can complete multiple requirements for their “Reptile and Amphibian Merit Badge.”
Event admission is included with Mississippi Museum of Natural Science Foundation Membership or with regular museum admission: $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (60+), $7 for youth (ages 3–18), and free for children under age 3. Tickets are available online or at the door: www.mdwfp.com/museum.
ABOUT THE MUSEUM
MDWFP’s Mississippi Museum of Natural Science is located at 2148 Riverside Drive in Jackson, inside LeFleur’s Bluff State Park. The Museum inspires visitors of all ages with exhibits, aquariums, nature trails, and scientific collections that highlight Mississippi’s rich natural heritage. Plan your adventure: 601-576-6000 or www.mdwfp.com/museum. Follow us: www.facebook.com/msnaturalscience or www.instagram.com/MSScienceMuseum.
