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Discover your place in the natural world

Texas Science & Natural History Museum engages, excites, and connects curious minds of all ages to the unique and irreplaceable natural history of the State of Texas
Public Tours

Public Tours

Take a guided tour of Texas Science & Natural History Museum! Join a family-friendly, 30-minute tour or dive into a paleontology-focused 45-minute tour.

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Explore, Engage and Save!

Join as a member, purchase a gift membership or renew an existing membership and receive 20% off, now through Dec. 31!

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H-E-B Free Days

Explore the museum for free during Free Fourth Sundays, sponsored by H-E-B! Sunday hours are 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Upcoming Events

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Event Status
Scheduled
Saturday December 14, 2024, 11:00 am - 11:30 pm
Free with museum admission, our gallery guides will offer a 30-minute family-friendly tour at 11:00 a.m. or a 45-minute paleontology-focused tour at 2:00 p.m.
public tours
Event Status
Scheduled
Saturday December 14, 2024, 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Free with museum admission, our gallery guides will offer a 30-minute family-friendly tour at 11:00 a.m. or a 45-minute paleontology-focused tour at 2:00 p.m.
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Event Status
Scheduled
Saturday December 21, 2024, All day
Please note that the museum will be closed for the College Football Playoff Game. We look forward to welcoming you back the following day!
Free Fourth Sunday
Event Status
Scheduled
Sunday December 22, 2024, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Recurs: Monthly on the fourth Sunday, 1 - 5pm
Enjoy free museum admission all day on H-E-B Free Fourth Sundays, held the fourth Sunday of every month!
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Contact Us

Location
2400 Trinity Street
Austin, Texas 78712-1621

Phone
512-471-1604

Email
tmminfo@austin.utexas.edu

 

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Visit

Find information on hours, admission and pricing, museum layout, directions, parking, and accessibility.

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Exhibits

Explore the natural history of Texas, from the birth of our planet through the age of dinosaurs to present day.

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Group Visits

Explore, learn and make memories together! Pre-book a group visit or field trip and receive discounted admission.

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Events

Learn about upcoming public events and find venue rental details for private events.

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Become a Member

Museum members get free admission! Enjoy a wide range of benefits with an annual membership.