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Latest March 13, 2026

NHMU’s Research Quest Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary and 1 Million Learning Sessions

NHMU's free, award-winning online educator resource, Research Quest, celebrated two noteworthy milestones this month.

February 2, 2026
Invertebrate Zoology

New NHMU Bug World Exhibition Explores the World of Bugs at a Blockbuster Scale

The newest exhibition coming to the Natural History Museum of Utah on Saturday, February 14, is backed with some real star power.
February 2, 2026

NHMU’s 20th Annual Lecture Series to Explore the Big Impact of Small-Scale Science

Starting March 17, the NHMU Lecture Series Will Feature Renowned Experts Specializing in “The Science of Small Things”
January 19, 2026
Paleontology

NHMU’s DinoFest Invites Dinosaur Fans to Explore Prehistoric Skies

On January 31 and February 1, 2026, DinoFest will take over the Natural History Museum of Utah when the museum will celebrate the festival’s 10th year.
December 12, 2025
Anthropology

Williams Co. Entrusts NHMU with Care of Private Collection

The Natural History Museum of Utah (NHMU) has been granted stewardship of 18 Native American cultural objects from Williams’ private collection.
September 22, 2025
Anthropology

Indigenous Art Market & Festival Highlights Art, Heritage, and Storytelling

On October 11 and 12, the Indigenous Art Market & Festival at NHMU will bring 50 renowned Native American artists representing over a dozen tribes to SLC.
July 9, 2025
Invertebrate Zoology

From Pollinators to Predators: BugFest Returns to NHMU

Buzz by NHMU on August 8, 9 and 10 for BugFest, a BIG celebration of Utah’s tiniest residents. Bug lovers of all ages are sure to discover a hive of excitement.
June 19, 2025

More Mammoths Arrive in Salt Lake City with Mysteries of the Ice Ages

The Natural History Museum of Utah has revealed its newest special exhibition, Mysteries of the Ice Ages, which will open June 7, 2025.
June 3, 2025

Youth Climate Summit Challenges Utah Teens to Take Action for a Sustainable Future

The Critical Action Lab invites teens ages 12 to 18 to NHMU on June 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the third annual Youth Climate Summit.
May 15, 2025
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Utah Education Network Wins Digital Media Award for Work on Research Quest

UEN has won a Public Media Award for Digital Media recognizing its work with NHMU on the innovative science education program Research Quest.
May 15, 2025

NHMU IS A 2025 BLUE STAR MUSEUM

NHMU is pleased to participate in Blue Star Museums, a program that provides free admission to currently serving U.S. military personnel and their families.