About the Museum

Exterior of the museum with saber tooth cat sculpture in foreground

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. 

The museum tells the story of life in the natural world in Texas from the formation of our planet, through the age of dinosaurs, and into our current time. Exhibits will showcase advanced research being done at the University that will make a positive impact on life in the future.

President Franklin D. Roosevelt at groundbreaking for Texas Memorial Museum

History

Explore the history of the museum.

Large fossilized skull

Staff

Meet the dedicated team behind the museum.

A student raising their hand

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to FAQs about the museum.

Museum News

Explore the Prehistoric Times on Dinosaur Day

July 10, 2024
FOX 7 Austin Good Day Austin's Tierra Neubaum spoke to museum leadership about the museum's rich fossil history as well as what to expect at the first-ever Dinosaur Day.

‘What’s your favorite dinosaur?’ Central Texas venues for Jurassic family fun

July 2, 2024
KXAN Offering collections of fossils and imagery from over 600 million years of Central Texas history, Texas Science & Natural History Museum at UT exhibits erected dinosaur skeletons including a pterosaur and tyrannosaur.

The 10 Best Places to Live in Texas in 2024

June 18, 2024
Redfin A great day in Austin includes a visit to Texas Science & Natural History Museum!

Why University of Texas at Austin Researchers Made Compostable Sequins and Recruited Designers

April 25, 2024
Women's World Daily University of Texas at Austin researchers, faculty and students have blended science and design for sustainable purposes.
View all News

Contact Us

Location
2400 Trinity Street
Austin, Texas 78712-1621

Phone
512-471-1604

Email
tmminfo@austin.utexas.edu