CU Museum will remain closed from Monday, December 23 through Friday, January 10 for CU’s official winter holidays and planned construction activities nearby. 
The Museum will resume normal operating hours (10 AM-4 PM) on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Thank you!

Construction updates, accessibility, and parking information 

Exhibits

The University of Colorado Museum of Natural History has five exhibition galleries where visitors can explore natural and human history through engaging and interactive displays. Our youngest visitors enjoy The Discovery Corner where everything is hands-on. Visitors to the BioLounge can sip a hot beverage while experiencing exhibits that focus on biodiversity.

 

The Museum's Triceratops at SEEC

SEEC Building / Online 

CU Â鶹ӰԺ is now home to a Triceratops skeleton cast! Click here to learn how to visit it on East Campus and explore the exhibit online. 

Take a Closer Look

McKenna Gallery
Explore an elegant collection of Museum objects through the macro photography lens of Felix Salazar.

Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Joseph R. Aguilar

Anthroplogy Hall / Online
A conversation with archaeologist Dr. Joseph R. "Woody" Aguilar, Deputy Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, San Ildefonso Pueblo.

Antarctica: More than Meets the Eye

BioLounge / Online
Take a deep dive, beyond Antarctica’s ice, to the ancient Dry Valleys—where CU conducts world-class research! 

Sincerely, Bud Johnson

Online only
The CUMNH Bougainville Island Collection features letters, photographs, and objects collected by CU student Bud Johnson just after World War II.

Horses in the North American West
Anthropology Hall / Online
Understand when, why, and how horses shaped human history by studying horse equipment and ancient animal bones.
Ross Sea: The Last Ocean
Online only
An in-depth look at the earth's most pristine ecosystem, featuring photos by John Weller.
Snakes of Colorado

Online only
Snakes play an important role in the ecosystems in which they live. Discover all 29 species found here in Colorado!

Â鶹ӰԺ Apple Tree Project

TreeSpace / Online
Explore this living resource that preserves the cherished place of apple trees in Â鶹ӰԺ culture.

Unearthed: Ancient Life in Â鶹ӰԺ Valley

Anthropology Hall
Featuring a collection of 80+ stone tools known as the Mahaffy Cache, found in a Â鶹ӰԺ backyard in 2008.

Genomics: Observing Evolution

Online only
Learn about how this rapidly advancing field can help us expand our understanding of evolution.

Hungry Birds

Online only
Learn about Colorado birds and what they eat through the lens of local photographer David Leatherman.

Bats

Online only
Explore the many ways that bats contribute to the ecosystem and our understanding of human health.

Discovery Corner

TreeSpace, Paleo Hall, and Anthropology Hall
Hands-on activity spaces for young children and families.

Life in Colorado's Freshwater

Online only
Investigate life in Colorado's lakes and streams in this poster series, featuring the photography of Felix Salazar.

BioLounge

Lower Level
Study, lounge, and explore curiosities in our cafe—serving up free bird-friendly coffee daily!

Past Exhibits