Mitch Park Kiosk

Due to an equipment maintenance issue, the Mitch Park Kiosk will be unavailable until Monday, April 6th.

Attention:

All Metro Libraries will be Closed on Sunday, April 5th for Easter. We will re-open at our regular time on Monday, April 6th.

Birds & Bones: Owl Pellet Dissection Take-Home Kit

Program Type:

Museums at MLS, Science & STEAM

Age Group:

Kids, Teens, Adults

Event Description

Owls swallow their prey whole, and their digestive systems separate flesh from bone. Later, they regurgitate compact pellets containing undigested skeleton bones. With this kit, presented in collaboration with the Museum of Osteology, experience the dissection of an owl pellet. Learn to identify different bones, understand skeletal structure, and discover the remarkable preservation that keeps tiny skeletons intact for scientific study.

Discover the fascinating world of bones at Nature’s Open Book: a special exhibit from SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology! Visit the Downtown Library in April and May to explore a selection of incredible skeletal and taxidermy specimens, with additional displays at various other Metro libraries. Visit metrolibrary.org/skeletons for additional location details and to discover related events. 

This kit will be available at the information desk on a first come first served basis.