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January 31 & February 1

DinoFest: Prehistoric Skies

DinoFest, our biggest festival of the year, returns on January 31 and February 1 when we'll explore Prehistoric Skies.

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Exhibitions

Explore our world-class exhibitions as you plan your visit to NHMU.

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Guest Favorites

NHMU's Dinos & dice event, which is D&D played amid the museum's fossils.

Dinos & Dice

Join us on an epic role-playing adventure at the Museum. This is a popular event, so secure your spot now.

Kids are led through a yoga routine.

Family Yoga

Relax and unwind at Family Yoga on January 18, where you'll stretch and learn deep breathing techniques.

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Bug World

Opening February 14, Bug World is a larger-than-life exhibit that showcases the fantastical yet real-life abilities of bugs.

Discover the Collections

We are home to a world-renowned collection of nearly 2 million objects. Discover our expertise in the wonders of life, earth and culture. Explore Science

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    Archaeology

    Archaeology examines the human past through studies of ancient objects.

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  • Allison Izaksonas looks at a plant in the Museum's collections.

    Botany

    Botany at NHMU consists of an Herbarium and Fungarium and associated research.

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  • Dr. Anne Lawlor looks at a beaded belt in the museum's collections.

    Ethnography

    Ethnography, a branch of anthropology, is the study of living cultures and their histories.

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  • A scientist looks into drawers of invertebrate specimens including many butterflies.

    Invertebrate Zoology

    The Invertebrate Collections at NHMU consist of insects, arachnids, leeches, and mollusks.

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    Mineralogy

    NHMU’s Mineralogy Collection includes natural crystals, ore samples, and faceted gemstone specimens that illustrate the diversity and beauty of minerals.

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  • Dr. Bryn Dentinger works in a lab at the Museum.

    Mycology

    Mycology is the study of Fungi, one of the most diverse and least understood kingdoms. NHMU began its mycology collection in 2016.

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  • A paleontologist stands next to large fossils in NHMU's collections.

    Paleontology

    Paleontology is the study of ancient life by examining the fossil record. The Museum's paleontology collections comprise nearly 30,000 catalogued specimens.

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  • Scientists stand amongst open drawers of a vertebrates collection.

    Vertebrate Zoology

    Vertebrate zoology is the study of animals with a backbone. Scientists have long used natural history collections to understand more about these animals.

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Science Stories

NHMU is an active research institution. Read more about the fascinating science behind the Museum, from dinosaur discoveries to citizen science!

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Citizen Science

Anyone can contribute to scientific research as a citizen scientist! See how you can get involved in your community. 

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Become a Member

Museum Membership comes with many benefits, including free admission to NHMU for a year. Best of all, Members help support the Museum in its research and education initiatives every day!

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