"SHARKS: On Assignment with Brian Skerry” at Telefonica HQ
From Studying Wildlife to Proposals All in a Tree Canopy
"Into Africa" Exhibition at the David Brower Center
Pete Muller - Solastalgia
Alicia Garza
As we approach Election Day, Alicia Garza's message from "Women: A Century of Change" could not be more important. "The power of a vote is making your voice heard," she says. We are so grateful for the women who have used their voices to help inspire others. Today, we encourage you to take a virtual tour of the exhibition to hear from Alicia and many other impactful women from around the globe. #DayoftheGirl http://on.natgeo.org/6186G2BSy
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Born in Quito, Ecuador, photographer Karla Gachet recounts her assignment to document Laura and her baby boy as they celebrated the end of her cuarentena. The tradition, common throughout some countries in Latin America, have new mothers rest under the care of their relatives for some 40 days after childbirth. The period ends with a mother-child herbal bath and a massage.
This #HispanicHeritageMonth, explore stories from photographers like Karla and others in the virtual tour of the "Women: A Century of Change" exhibition. http://on.natgeo.org/6181Gx3sF
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Mark your calendars for our next Virtual Explorer Trivia Night co-hosted with District Trivia on Thursday, Aug. 20! Test your geo-smarts alongside two National Geographic Society Explorers: Asha de Vos and Brian Skerry. Asha is a marine biologist, ocean educator, and pioneer of blue whale research with Oceanswell in Sri Lanka. Hear her fascinating blue whale stories and see if you're smarter than a National Geographic Explorer! http://on.natgeo.org/6182G57tn
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One more day until our Virtual Explorer Trivia Night co-hosted with our friends at District Trivia! We can't wait to hear from National Geographic Society Explorer and founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro, Rue Mapp! Rue is an absolute inspiration and Outdoor Afro has, "shifted the visual representation of who gets outside and who leads outdoors." Hear more from Rue tomorrow night and answer Nat Geo-inspired questions alongside her to prove your geo-smarts! Register today: http://on.natgeo.org/6181Gnpgc
Remembering the Titanic
On this day 108 years ago, the RMS Titanic sank taking the lives of over 1,500 people. In 2018, we opened our "Titanic: The Untold Story" exhibition which revealed the true story behind the discovery of the shipwreck and shared stories of the passengers on board the ship on that fateful night. Today, we commemorate the anniversary of the #Titanic and honor those impacted by this moment in history.
LWP–African Parks
Tune in to the Environmental Film Festival in the Nation's Capital virtual festival from now through March 31 to learn about the people who are protecting our #LastWildPlaces like the rangers at African Parks Majete Wildlife Reserve. When Tizola Moyo started as a ranger in 1993, Majete was devoid of any wildlife. Now, with the help of the park’s rangers and community collaboration, it's flourishing. #DCEFF2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvXSEAfyU20&feature=emb_title
LWP-American Prairie Reserve
Enjoy some of the planet’s #LastWildPlaces from the comfort of home. Tune in to the Environmental Film Festival in the Nation's Capital's virtual festival from now through March 31 to experience the wonders of the natural world. Today, we're highlighting our film on theAmerican Prairie Reserve and their efforts to assemble land in northern Montana, with the goal of creating a seamless 3.5 million acre grassland habitat. They've reintroduced bison to the prairie, which benefits the ecosystem and those who depend on it. #DCEFF2020 http://onnatgeo.org/iM8
March Jane Pledge
Since the exhibition opened in November, over 15,000 visitors to "Becoming Jane" have taken a pledge to join Dr. Jane Goodall in her efforts to conserve the natural world by making a positive change in their daily lives. The exhibition may be temporarily closed but you can still learn how to observe, conserve, and communicate like Jane by visiting our resource library. #BecauseOfJane http://onnatgeo.org/iM2
Through the Lens: Return to the Russian Arctic
National Geographic Society Explorer and photographer Evgenia Arbugaeva will be joining us in D.C. next Tuesday, Feb. 25 to share stories about her time documenting people living in the Russian Arctic. Hear about her experiences in this surreal landscape that she describes as both tough and immensely beautiful. http://onnatgeo.org/iJB
Becoming Jane on BBC
Our "Becoming Jane" exhibition was featured on BBC News! Plan your visit to learn all about Dr. Jane Goodall's compelling life story through a number of immersive and interactive elements.
Read about her childhood and her time as a trailblazing scientist in Gombe National Park observing wild chimpanzees. And, what led her to develop the the Jane Goodall Institute, advocating for the preservation and conservation of animals around the world. But more importantly, walk away with her message of hope—that every individual can make a difference. http://onnatgeo.org/iId
Spring 2020 Events Season
Our spring 2020 season of live events is officially on sale! There’s an event for everyone this season, whether you prefer engaging happy hours and trivia nights or inspiring live talks and virtual explorations in our award-winning virtual reality theater.
All ticket purchases to our live events support the extraordinary scientists, photographers and storytellers who are helping to protect species at-risk, increasing our understanding of human history and culture and conserving some of our planet’s last wild places. Reserve your tickets today! http://onnatgeo.org/iH4
Pledge Month 1
It's not exactly a #NewYearsResolution but visitors to the "Becoming Jane" exhibition have taken a pledge to join Dr. Jane Goodall in her efforts to conserve the natural world by making a positive change in their daily routines. To date, we've had over 9,000 pledges to our Tree of Hope! Each person that takes the pledge #BecauseOfJane shows that every individual can make a difference and together we can have a collective impact on our planet!
Have you visited already and taken the pledge? Comment below to let us know how you're doing! http://onnatgeo.org/iGF
Asha de Vos
National Geographic Society Explorer Asha de Vos works with blue whales off the coast of Sri Lanka. She witnesses how humans choose to interact with these species causing her to ask the question, "if you want to be respected in your homes, why can't we respect these animals in theirs?" Asha is featured in the 'Portraits of Power' room in our "Women: A Century of Change" exhibition. Visit today to learn more about her impact! http://onnatgeo.org/iDu #NatGeoWomenOfImpact
Heather Koldewey
Explorer Heather Koldewey co-leads the largest all women team that the National Geographic Society has put together, not because that was the goal but because they chose the best people for the job... and they just happened to be women. Learn more about Heather at our "Women: A Century of Change" exhibition. Get your tickets today! http://onnatgeo.org/iDc #NatGeoWomenOfImpact
Sylvia A. Earle's mother used to tell her when she was a kid that she's "got to leave the place better than you found it," and she has done just that! Sylvia is featured in our "Women: A Century of Change" exhibition along with many other women who are making a difference in our world. Come visit and leave inspired! http://onnatgeo.org/iCI #NatGeoWomenOfImpact
Arati Kumar-Rao
Our "Women: A Century of Change" exhibition is more than just photography! We also have panels featuring our incredible women Explorers, like Arati Kumar-Rao who emphasizes that you don't need a passport or plane ticket to find stories... all you need is a good pair of walking shoes. Plan your exhibition visit today! http://onnatgeo.org/iCh #NatGeoWomenOfImpact
In 1932, Amelia Earhart was presented the Special Gold Medal of Honor by Pres. Herbert Hoover for being the First Woman to Achieve a Solo Transatlantic Flight. She was without a doubt a trailblazer who was gone too soon. Hear more about her story from three experts, one of which has traveled to the South Pacific to search for her remains, at Overheard: A Live Podcast Recording on Dec. 5. http://onnatgeo.org/ixT
You don't need to wait for your New Years resolution to start eating healthy! Longevity expert and best-selling author Dan Buettner recently released his first cookbook featuring 100 recipes to help you live to 100. Sample food and beverages with Dan as he explains why certain foods make you healthy at our delicious Blue Zones tasting event on Dec. 3. http://onnatgeo.org/iw0
Today kicks off our celebration of women with the release of the new book, "Women: The National Geographic Image Collection," and the release of the November issue of National Geographic Magazine written and photographed exclusively by women. And, in just one week we'll be opening our new photography exhibition, "Women: A Century of Change" on Oct. 22. Get your tickets today! #NatGeoWomenOfImpact http://onnatgeo.org/iu2
National Geographic Society #PhotoArk EDGE Fellow Jamal Galves dedicates his life to manatee conservation in Belize. Hear more from Jamal and other conservationists that are speaking for animals that can't speak for themselves at our #NatGeoNights event on Thursday, Oct. 17. http://onnatgeo.org/isF
Just announced: National Geographic's fall season of live events and exhibitions! Join us this fall for inspiring live talks, interactive happy hours, virtual reality explorations, insider events, and more. And, stay tuned for our new exhibitions "Women: A Century of Change" and a special exhibition on the legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall titled "Becoming Jane," produced in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute. See you this fall! http://onnatgeo.org/imZ
ICYMI: The queens have extended their summer stay! You have until Sept. 15 to visit our #QueensOfEgypt exhibition to learn about the fascinating #WomenWhoRule ancient Egypt. And, while you're there check out this larger-than-life bust of Nefertiti on the corner of 17th & M St. NW. http://onnatgeo.org/im7
Doggy Defenders
Only one more day until Family Day: Secrets of Egypt at National Geographic headquarters in Washington, D.C. You and your family will get to meet scientists and explorers, play interactive games, visit the #QueensOfEgypt exhibition, and so much more. You'll even get to meet Nat Geo Kids #DoggyDefenders, including Stella below!
Tickets and more information at https://www.nationalgeographic.org/events/event/family-day-ancient-egypt/
