University of Michigan Museum of Natural History

More to Explore!

New Exhibits. New Programs.

The new U-M Museum of Natural History is now open — with even more exhibits.

But don't just expect a bunch of old bones.

Embedded among the labs at U-M's new Biological Sciences Building, the museum doesn't just preserve the past; it also shows off the latest in scientific research with interactive exhibits, new programming spaces, and a state-of-the-art Planetarium & Dome Theater!

In other words, you've got to see this!

FREE! Donations Appreciated

Parking & Visitor Information

More to Explore!
New Exhibits. New Programs.

The new U-M Museum of Natural History is now open — with even more exhibits.
But don't just expect a bunch of old bones.

In other words, you've got to see this!

FREE! Donations Appreciated

Parking & Visitor Information

Hours

Monday	9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday	9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday	9 am - 5 pm
Thursday	9 am - 8 pm
Friday	9 am - 5 pm
Saturday	9 am - 5 pm
Sunday	9 am - 5 pm

Admission

Admission to the museum is always FREE, but donations are gratefully accepted.

Fees apply for groups of 10 or more

Tickets are required for Planetarium & Dome Theater shows.

Tickets: $8, available one hour before show in the Museum Store

Location

University of Michigan Museum of Natural History
Biological Sciences Building
1105 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1085
Phone: 734-764-0478 Email: ummnh.info@umich.edu
School and Group Entrance

Parking Information

Holiday Closings: Memorial Day, May 27; Fourth of July, July 4 ; Labor Day, September 2 ; Thanksgiving Day, November 28 (open November 29); Christmas Eve, December 24; Christmas Day, December 25; New Year's Eve, December 31; New Year's Day, January 1

Give & Join

Membership

Become a member today for access to invitation-only events, exhibit previews, and discounts on paid attractions and amenities — including 20% off in the museum store!

Events

Check our upcoming events page for information about events, lab chats, demos and more!

Exhibits

Exhibits tell the story of our world and what we know about it. Visit iconic specimens from the old museum, touch real specimens, and use our high-tech tools to take an even closer look!

Summer Camp

Camp Explorations is a hands-on, interactive, science-focused summer camp program for ages 4-12. 2020 camp session descriptions coming late January. Registration opens Monday, February 10, 2020.

Out Of This World

See the night sky—and more—like never before, with enhanced brilliance, clarity, and detail! Our state-of-the-art Planetarium & Dome Theater brings new perspectives to even the most familiar celestial bodies, constellations, and phenomena, from the Big Dipper to the northern lights.

Planetarium & Dome Theater