Fierce! Catio Lounge
August 14, 21, and 28
12–2 pm Public Events:
August 23–24
September 6–7, 20–21 (Cancelled)
October 11–12, 25–26
10 am–4 pm
Date
FREE NHM Members Events:
August 14, 21, and 28
12–2 pm
Public Events:
August 23–24
September 6–7, 20–21 (Cancelled)
October 11–12, 25–26
10 am–4 pm
Location
Tickets
$10 per person. General Admission also required.
Free for Members and Fierce! The Story of Cats ticket holders. Reservation required.
Timed tickets are required and are available for onsite purchase only. Each session is 15 minutes.
Children 5–17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket purchased for each individual. Children under 5 are not permitted to enter the Cat Lounge.
Spend some quality time with seriously cool cats and maybe even meet your future furry best friend.
Complementing the Fierce! The Story of Cats exhibition, the Fierce! Catio Lounge is a peaceful, playful space where you can unwind alongside adoptable cats and kittens. Come for the cuddles, stay for the connection–and who knows–you might just find your purrr-fect match.
All cats are provided by a partnering local animal rescue organization and are carefully examined and deemed healthy before coming to the Museum. Adoptions will take place at the Museum, so you can make your new friend part of your family the very same day.
Pair your time in the Cat Lounge with the Fierce! The Story of Cats exhibition, now on view, and discover even more about the captivating lives of cats.
FREE Members Exclusive Event
On select Thursdays throughout August, NHM Members can experience the Fierce! Catio Lounge for FREE before the public. Capacity is very limited and is first-come, first-served. Thank you to the Wallis Annenberg PetSpace.
What to Expect
- A 15-minute play session with local cats and kittens up for adoption
- A calm, comfortable environment for both visitors and cats
- A representative from the partnering rescue organization will be present at all times in the Cat Lounge to help ensure the safety of both visitors and felines
- Information on recognizing cat behaviors to ensure a safe and fun visit
- The Cat Lounge enclosure will have litterboxes inside. All attempts will be made to scoop and dispose of the used litter, but it’s possible there may be typical cat odors present.
- Catio events may end early if all cats and kittens are adopted earlier in the day.
By entering the Fierce! Catio Lounge, you agree to the following:
- Enter at your own risk.
- Watch your step.
- Children must be supervised at all times.
- Follow all staff instructions.
- No food, drinks, or other animals allowed.
- All cats and kittens are available for adoption. You are not permitted to remain at the Museum once you have possession of your animal.
Learn more about the Cat Lounge terms and conditions.
Thank you to the generous support of our partners
