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University of Michigan Museum of Natural History

Ann Arbor, MI

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Address: Alexander G. Ruthven Museums Building, 1109 Geddes Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA How do we get there? Number: 734-764-0478
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NOTE: In 2019, the new U-M Museum of Natural History (UMMNH) will open in the brand new Biological Sciences Building

The world is an amazing place - and there's billions of years of history that comes along with it! The University of Michigan Museum of Natural History is the perfect place for kids to learn all about our planet, and everything that goes with it!

There are a number of exhibits on display, which cover four floors of the museum - so there's a lot to see! The most popular exhibit with kids is the prehistoric exhibit, with the LARGEST display of dinosaurs in the entire state of Michigan! We know dinosaurs were huge, but you can never really comprehend how BIG they were until you see them with your very eyes! Pretty impressive!

The Hall of Evolution is where you can see these Jurassic creatures, as well as whales, mastodons, fossils and models.

The Michigan Wildlife Gallery is a huge collection of native Great Lakes birds, plants, reptiles and amphibians, as well as a display on the environmental issues which face the region.

Other exhibits include geology, anthropology, as well as several changing exhibits, which means there's always something there for you to return to!

If it's what our planet it suspended in (Space that is!) that grabs your fancy, the Planetarium is a great place to experience the night sky through their public program shows and talks. Kids can fly into space and examine the planets, and learn all about how our sun gives us the energy that makes our life even possible! There are also telescope viewings too. 

Keep an eye out for the other public programs that the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History puts on, because with annual events (like the family Halloween party!), new exhibits and Discovery Guides, there is always going to be something you don't want to miss!

Natural History fun in Michigan perfect for the whole family (and it's indoors so perfect for any weather!)

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How much does it cost?

Hilton

Adults

Free!

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Children

Free!

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Last Updates

2022

University of Michigan Museum of Natural History FAQ’s

The museum is all about education, and preserving what is found to tell the stories of our history. It's an amazing place and they do an amazing job!

You can have birthday parties at the museum - how cool is that!? With space or dinosaur themes, great for kids aged 4 to 10.

There is a gift shop with books, fossils, jewelry, shits, animals and activity kits - better save those pennies!

With guided tours, and hands-on workshops for kids, why wouldn't you bring them to the museum! It's an amazing place for them to learn.

With accessible restrooms ont he first floor, elevators, and disabled parking, why wouldn't EVERYONE go and visit!

They offer summer camps too!

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