Events
Jan16
Re-Envisioned Opening Night6:00 p.m.

Enjoy a reception celebrating our newest exhibit: ReEnvisioned: Contemporary Portraits of our Black Ancestors by Jeremy Okai Davis. Meet Oregon’s early Black pioneers...
Re-Envisioned Opening Night
January 16
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History Galleria

Enjoy a reception celebrating our newest exhibit: ReEnvisioned: Contemporary Portraits of our Black Ancestors by Jeremy Okai Davis. Meet Oregon’s early Black pioneers through colorful portraits that commemorate their role in shaping our state. Artist Jeremy Okai Davis illuminates their lives and asks us to consider how we remember our collective history. 

Light appetizers and refreshments will be available, as well as a cash bar. Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount. 

Jan17
Re-Envisioned Opening Weekend6:00 p.m.

Enjoy our newest exhibit along with family-friendly activities, crafts, and refreshments.     Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card...
Re-Envisioned Opening Weekend
January 17–18
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History Galleria

Enjoy our newest exhibit along with family-friendly activities, crafts, and refreshments.    

Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount. Not a member yet? Sign up during opening weekend and receive a 20% discount on individual or family level plus memberships. Offer valid onsite only.

Feb6
Free First Friday at the Museum 10:00 a.m.

The Museum of Natural and Cultural History offers free admission on the first Friday of the month. Investigate Oregon's amazing fossils and ecosystems, and delve...
Free First Friday at the Museum 
January 2–December 7
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

The Museum of Natural and Cultural History offers free admission on the first Friday of the month. Investigate Oregon's amazing fossils and ecosystems, and delve into its cultural history—from the First Americans at Paisley Caves to the dynamic cultures of today's Tribes.  

Feb6
Love Science Sale10:00 a.m.

Charles Darwin's birthday meets Valentine's Day during the museum store's annual Love Science sale! From barware and jewelry to books and toys,...
Love Science Sale
February 6–15
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Charles Darwin's birthday meets Valentine's Day during the museum store's annual Love Science sale! From barware and jewelry to books and toys, we've got a science-themed gift for every valentine on your list. 

Get 10 percent off all non-consignment purchases (20 percent off for museum members and UO faculty and staff) and receive a free tote bag with your purchase of $50 or more.

The 2025 Love Science sale runs from Friday, February 6 through Sunday, February 15. The museum store is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday. Admission to the museum store is always free.