Visitor Information
Hours
Regular Hours
September—May
Tuesday–Sunday 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Closed Mondays
Summer Hours
June—August
Daily 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Holiday Closures
The museum is closed Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Admission
Admission for individuals and families is free. Donations are always appreciated.
For groups of 10 or more people, you can find admission prices, as well as reservation and program information here.
Masks optional
Location
Biological Sciences Building
1105 North University Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1085
Phone: 734-764-0478
Email: [email protected]
Welcome to the Museum!
The U-M Museum of Natural History inspires curiosity with exhibits that explore the natural world from molecules to dinosaurs, a planetarium to discover the Universe, science demonstrations, and U-M scientists discussing their research.
Changes are occurring in some exhibit areas, and you may encounter temporary closures. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Questions? Email [email protected].
In the Museum
To preserve our specimens and artifacts, food and most drinks are not allowed in the museum. Water is permitted.
You can access a digital map of the museum here.
Darwin's Cafe
Darwin’s is food evolved. You’ll find Darwin’s off the atrium of the new Museum of Natural History. Featuring La Colombe coffee, organic and fair-trade Light of Day tea, and assorted sandwiches, Darwin’s has everything you could want after a day at the museum.
Monday–Friday
8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
closed Saturday and Sunday
Darwin's Cafe will close for the holidays on December 20, 2024, and will return on January 7, 2025.
Biological Sciences Building, 1105 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1085
[email protected] | 734-764-0478
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