For over 130 years, National Geographic has hosted some of the leading scientists, conservationists, photographers, and storytellers to share their stories live at our headquarters in Washington, D.C. Now you can watch their inspiring and thought-provoking stories from anywhere! Check out these live presentations below to hear National Geographic explorers tell about their adventures and discoveries around the world.
June 4, 2020Bearing Witness: Stories of COVID-19
A special virtual event featuring stories from recipients of the National Geographic Society’s COVID-19 Emergency Fund for Journalists.
A special virtual event featuring stories from recipients of the National Geographic Society’s COVID-19 Emergency Fund for Journalists.
May 7, 2019Galápagos: A Virtual Reality Exploration
Experience incredible 360-degree footage of the legendary and wild Galápagos Islands in exquisite detail with award-winning National Geographic Explorer and marine scientist Enric Sala.
Experience incredible 360-degree footage of the legendary and wild Galápagos Islands in exquisite detail with award-winning National Geographic Explorer and marine scientist Enric Sala.
March 28, 2019Through the Lens: Tokyo Transect
Discover the hidden truths of modern city life in densely populated Tokyo with celebrated photojournalist David Guttenfelder and National Geographic writer Neil Shea.
Discover the hidden truths of modern city life in densely populated Tokyo with celebrated photojournalist David Guttenfelder and National Geographic writer Neil Shea.
March 7, 2019When Women Ruled
Egyptologist Kara Cooney will deliver a fascinating tale of female power through the stories of six female pharaohs—shining a piercing light on perceptions of women leaders and why they have been so rare.
Egyptologist Kara Cooney will deliver a fascinating tale of female power through the stories of six female pharaohs—shining a piercing light on perceptions of women leaders and why they have been so rare.
February 11, 2019Expand the Field
Join us, on the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, to hear from linguistic anthropologist Sandhya Narayanan, paleoanthropologist and stand-up comic Ella Al-Shamahi, oceanographer Katy Croff Bell, and carnivore ecologist Rae Wynn-Grant—amazing explorers who are pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge and inspiring the next generation.
Join us, on the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, to hear from linguistic anthropologist Sandhya Narayanan, paleoanthropologist and stand-up comic Ella Al-Shamahi, oceanographer Katy Croff Bell, and carnivore ecologist Rae Wynn-Grant—amazing explorers who are pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge and inspiring the next generation.
November 27, 2018Through the Lens: Daniella Zalcman
Join award-winning documentary photographer Daniella Zalcman, visual storyteller Matika Wilbur, and editor Mark Trahant to explore the diverse stories behind powerful portraits of Native Americans who are pushing back against racial stereotypes.
Join award-winning documentary photographer Daniella Zalcman, visual storyteller Matika Wilbur, and editor Mark Trahant to explore the diverse stories behind powerful portraits of Native Americans who are pushing back against racial stereotypes.
October 30, 2018Antarctica: A Virtual Reality Exploration
Join National Geographic photographer Paul Nicklen for an unparalleled virtual reality tour of Antarctica, where he took incredible 360-degree footage of the breathtaking landscape and his encounters with wildlife.
Join National Geographic photographer Paul Nicklen for an unparalleled virtual reality tour of Antarctica, where he took incredible 360-degree footage of the breathtaking landscape and his encounters with wildlife.
October 16, 2018Environmental Justice: Running Dry
Join moderator and journalist Naveena Sadasivam, author and historian John F. Ross, environmental health scientist Jalonne L. White-Newsome, water policy expert Radhika Fox, and environmental scientist Samantha Chisholm Hatfield as they explore solutions to the world’s deepening water crisis.
Join moderator and journalist Naveena Sadasivam, author and historian John F. Ross, environmental health scientist Jalonne L. White-Newsome, water policy expert Radhika Fox, and environmental scientist Samantha Chisholm Hatfield as they explore solutions to the world’s deepening water crisis.
April 26, 2018Shrinking Kingdoms: Leopards & Jaguars
Discover how longtime photographer Steve Winter is using camera-trap technology to learn key information about jaguars and leopards that helps us better protect them.
Discover how longtime photographer Steve Winter is using camera-trap technology to learn key information about jaguars and leopards that helps us better protect them.
April 10, 2018Extreme Ocean: Exploring the Deep
Discover how ocean engineer and aquanaut Grace Young is using cutting-edge technologies to transform the way we see and explore the ocean.
Discover how ocean engineer and aquanaut Grace Young is using cutting-edge technologies to transform the way we see and explore the ocean.
March 27, 2018Birds of the Photo Ark
Photographer Joel Sartore shares the extraordinary colors, intricate details, and diverse behaviors of some of the world’s incredible species of birds through intimate and moving portraits.
Photographer Joel Sartore shares the extraordinary colors, intricate details, and diverse behaviors of some of the world’s incredible species of birds through intimate and moving portraits.
March 13, 2018Environmental Justice: What's Next
Reporter Talia Buford, professor Robert Bullard, National Geographic Explorer Jon Waterhouse, policy expert Mustafa Ali, and environmental advocate Adrianna Quintero will reveal how the decades-long movement for environmental justice must adapt in the face of our changing planet.
Reporter Talia Buford, professor Robert Bullard, National Geographic Explorer Jon Waterhouse, policy expert Mustafa Ali, and environmental advocate Adrianna Quintero will reveal how the decades-long movement for environmental justice must adapt in the face of our changing planet.