Death, Bourbon & Knives: A Deep Dive into the Houston Museum of Natural Science with Matti Wallin
From her beginnings in Customer Service to becoming an Accessibility expert, Matti Wallin takes us on an fascinating journey through the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Discover the vast Paleontology Hall, the size of a football field, the recreation of King Tut tomb, and her favorite exhibit, the Hall of Ancient Egypt. Matti offers a behind-the-scenes look at HMNS, including its Sugar Land location and the George Observatory.
Along the way, she shares captivating stories—like British explorers unwrapping ancient mummies—and reveals surprising finds in the gift shop and upcoming events (bourbon and knives, anyone?). Whether you’re planning a proposal under the stars or joining a Saturday stargazing event, this episode is packed with insights and practical tips. Hit play and let the intersection of science, history, and accessibility inspire you!
Links to everything we discussed:
- HMNS
- HMNS at Sugar Land
- George Observatory
- Death By Natural Causes (Bathtub Guy & Insert Hand Cadaver)
- Exterior of the museum
- Paleontology hall
- Planetarium
- King Tut’s Tomb Discovery Experience
- Tickets
- King Tuts nested coffin (Photo)
- Accessibility at HMNS
- Summer Camp
- Hall of ancient Egypt (Her favorite exhibit)
- Online Store > Knives
- Butterfly Center
- Cenote (sinkhole waterfall)
- Saturday Stargazing
- HMNS on Instagram
- The Lamp Movie Trailer
- Jason post (great social post idea!)
- Slang words post
- Events
- James Hood’s Beautifica
- Rent The Museum
- Field trips
- Home school
- Sensory friendly events
- Touch Tour events (see Blind & Low vision tab)
- Document on sensory event adjustments (like lighting and sound)
- Houston Fine Arts Museum (Art Beyond Sight)
- Space Center Houston
- Houston Zoo
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