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Scientist in the Spotlight

Creating a bridge between the public and local scientists in an informal atmosphere where visitors can ask questions and learn more about current research, this popular program highlights scientists from our own staff along with others from the...
Phun with Physics
By popular demand, Phun with Physics has returned in our new space. What do balloons, bicycle wheels, liquid nitrogen, flowers and a vacuum pump have in common? Find out at NHMU! These are physics demos like you have never seen before.
HawkWatch: Birds in the Lab!

Join the HawkWatch crew and some of their fine feathered friends at NHMU! Observe live raptors up close and examine a variety of specimens, including feathers, eggs, and claws. Meet the HawkWatch experts, discover how to identify common birds in...
Utah's Animals
Join us for live animal observations! Get up close and personal with the Great Basin gopher snake, North American bullfrog, Great Basin Spadefoot (toads), Utah salamanders and learn more about the ecosystems of Utah. An introduction to our animals...
Bug Brigade
Twice a month we offer visitors an opportunity to observe and handle live bugs to learn about these arthropods' anatomy, behavior and important ecological roles. Bug Brigade occurs on every second and fourth Saturday of the month from 2 p.m.-4 p.m.
2017 NHMU Lecture Series: Food
Thank you for a successful 2017 NHMU Lecture Series. We will update this page with information on the 2018 series when it becomes available.
Architecture Tours
Explore the Rio Tinto Center's unique design, materials, green features and public art on a guided Architecture Tour. Tours are available upon request.