Earth Science Week

Celebrate "Energy Resources for Our Future"
October 12-18, 2025

Earth Science Week (ESW) began in 1998 under the auspices of American Geological Institute with a goal to bring awareness of the importance of understanding Earth sciences and the stewardship of Earth.  Since its inception, ESW has grown to international importance.  In 2024, ESW events were observed in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Guam, as well as 23 countries.  The ESW website was accessed by individuals in 175 nations, territories, or regions per AGI.   ESW 2025 will be held October 12-18 with a theme of “Energy Resources for our Future” and in cooperation with the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the Houston Geological Society (HGS) will be sponsoring an ESW event at the Museum on Saturday, October 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Paleontology Hall Lobby.  

This event is free with admission to the Museum.

The HGS event will have stations that will help participants of all ages explore Texas Geology, Micropaleontology, Fossil Wood, and Everyday Uses of Common Rocks and Minerals. There will also be rock and mineral giveaways for youngsters and a limited number of Earth Science Week resources kits available to educators.

For more information about the global event or to obtain a free educator’s resources kit from the American Geological Institute go to https://www.earthsciweek.org/.

HGS cannot do this without volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering to help during the HGS event at the Museum, please contact Barbara Hill at bhill13090@gmail.com.