Cranbrook Institute of Science reveals the mysterious realm of the most misunderstood animals on our planet when BATS: Superheroes of the Night opens on September 26. BATS: Superheroes of the Night was created especially for the Institute of Science by the Organization for Bat Conservation and features the bats from the Bat Zone. The exhibition uses a comic superhero theme to playfully demonstrate why bats are important, what is threatening them, and how kids and adults can help save these pollinators, insect eaters, and forest regenerators. Visitors will be introduced to three superhero bats and their corresponding villains, and leave armed with the knowledge they need to be superheroes to bats. This is an all age's experience. BATS: Superheroes of the Night continues through June 2016. Admission is $5 for the general public, $4 for members, and $3 for seniors and children 2-12 plus museum admission. Children under 2 are free. On Saturday, September 26 from 10am until 5pm the Institute will offer admission to the museum, BATS: Superheroes of the Night, and the Organization for Bat Conservation's 14th Annual Great Lakes Bat Festival for just $15 per person. Ages 2 and under are free.

Join scientists, astronomers, educators and star gazing zealots as we celebrate the lunar eclipse during a spectacular astronomy-themed party atCranbrook on Sunday, September 27. Visit the planetarium, stop at the hands-on activity tables, visit the observatory, and check out our nocturnal friends - all in one night! If the weather is clear enough, we'll use telescopes to zoom in on this blood moon that will be in total eclipse for more than an hour! The part starts and 6:30pm and continues until 11:30. Preregistered tickets are $12 for Members and $18 for non-members. Walk-ins are an additional $5 at the door. Register online. Please note the Institute will be closed until 6:30pm the day of the event.