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Gus Hatchday Celebrations

Name: Gus Hatchday Celebrations
Start: 2026-08-09T12:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-08-09T19:30:00+00:00
Location: Museum of Natural History

Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Hosted by Museum of Natural History

Family FriendlyFreeAll Ages#family-friendly#educational

Gus the Gopher Tortoise has called the Museum of Natural History home for many years. Each August, the Museum celebrates his hatchday (aka birthday) — this year marking his 104th! A family-friendly celebration on Sunday 9 August, 9:30am to 4:30pm. Regular admission rates apply.

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Museum of Natural History

1747 Summer St, Halifax

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