Boonshoft Museum Brings Esther the Bunny for Environmental Education

Dayton museum highlights importance of wildlife through interactive animal exhibit.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 3:41pm

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph in warm, soft tones depicting the blurred silhouette of a child's hand reaching out to touch a small rabbit in what appears to be a natural history museum setting, conveying a sense of wonder and connection with the natural world.A child's wonder and curiosity about the natural world is on full display during the Boonshoft Museum's interactive rabbit exhibit.Today in Dayton

The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery in Dayton, Ohio recently hosted an interactive environmental education event featuring Esther, a live rabbit, to teach visitors about the importance of wildlife and habitat conservation.

Why it matters

The Boonshoft Museum is a popular destination for families and school groups in the Dayton area, providing hands-on learning experiences about science, nature, and the environment. Bringing live animals like Esther the bunny helps the museum engage visitors, especially children, in a memorable way that inspires curiosity and appreciation for the natural world.

The details

During the event, Esther the bunny was on display in the museum's atrium, allowing visitors to observe her behavior and learn about the characteristics and needs of rabbits as a species. Museum staff were on hand to answer questions and share information about rabbit habitats, diet, and conservation efforts.

  • The environmental education event featuring Esther the bunny took place on April 15, 2026.

The players

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery

A natural history and science museum located in Dayton, Ohio that offers interactive exhibits and educational programming focused on science, nature, and the environment.

Esther

A live rabbit featured in the Boonshoft Museum's environmental education event to teach visitors about wildlife and habitat conservation.

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What they’re saying

“Bringing live animals like Esther helps us connect visitors, especially children, to the natural world in a really engaging and memorable way.”

— Reese Miller, Boonshoft Museum staff member

The takeaway

Events like the Boonshoft Museum's rabbit exhibit demonstrate the value of hands-on, interactive environmental education programs that inspire wonder and appreciation for the natural world among local communities.