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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
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Texas Wildlife Day

Celebrate everything feathered, furred, smooth and scaled at Texas Wildlife Day, Saturday, Feb. 1 at Texas Science & Natural Museum!

Public Tours

Public Tours

Explore the museum in a 30-minute family-friendly tour or a 45-minute paleontology-focused tour. See the events page for upcoming tour dates.

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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

public tours
Event Status
Scheduled
Saturday January 4, 2025, 11:00 am - 11:30 am
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 January 4, 2025, 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.
public tours
Event Status
Scheduled
Saturday January 11, 2025, 11:00 am - 11:30 am
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 January 11, 2025, 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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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.