Jul 30
Level 1Explorers Eatery
Hours: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
$10 + General Admission
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Event Details
Start your morning in conversation with National Geographic Explorers – scientists, photographers, and researchers with stories from the field that captivate audiences of all ages.
Coffee with an Explorer is an intimate small-group experience where guests can hear firsthand stories from National Geographic Explorers whose work is shaping how we understand wildlife, science, culture and our changing planet.
Over coffee in Explorers Eatery, you’ll go beyond headlines and documentaries to hear personal stories from the field, ask questions and connect directly with the people behind the work.
Jason Baldes
This week, meet Explorer and indigenous ecologist Jason Baldes to discuss his work in wildlife conservation, including efforts to restore bison to Tribal lands and support Indigenous stewardship of natural resources.
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Did you know?
She holds adjunct faculty positions at Johns Hopkins University and Columbia University, and a visiting scientist position at the American Museum of Natural History.
Photo Credit: Christine Jean Chambers
Coffee with an Explorer FAQs
View all FAQsExplorers are at the heart of the National Geographic Society’s mission to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world.
While food will not be provided at this specific event, you are welcome to purchase food in Explorers Eatery, our curated global dining hall.
To attend this program, you must purchase a separate ticket as an add-on to your museum admission ticket at checkout. If you have already purchased your museum ticket, you may add this experience onto your visit at the museum ticketing desk when you visit.
Seating is limited and advance tickets are recommended, but not required.
Walk up tickets will be available at the Information Desk for purchase before the event on the contingency that the event is not sold out.
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