Events

(Child with adult) Every Saturday at 11 a.m. we're hosting Stories & Specimens for children and families! In this engaging program, children are invited to gather for a lively story time, where fascinating tales spark curiosity and set the stage for exploration. Each session dives into a themed topic, connecting stories to science and cultural history with museum […]

(Child with Adult) We’re bringing stories to life with Crafts and Tales at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History! In this engaging program, children are invited to gather for a lively story time, where fascinating tales spark curiosity and exploration. Each session dives into a themed topic, connecting stories to science and cultural […]

(Ages 6-11) Spike’s Club inspires children ages to love learning through active exploration and play. Each Thursday from 3:30 to 6:00 pm children will explore different natural and cultural history themes. During this installment of Spike’s Club, we'll be diving into the fascinating science behind Oklahoma’s waterways and their inhabitants. Click Here to Register! Registration closes on […]

(All Ages) Get ready to follow the footsteps, wingbeats, and swim trails of some of nature’s most incredible travelers at Movement & Migration, a Curiousiday all about animal movement and migration. Discover how animals navigate vast distances, brave challenging environments, and use amazing adaptations to survive and thrive. Included with standard museum admission!

(Ages 18+) Dr. James W. Finck will be discussing the history of Chickasha, Oklahoma from founding up until the present. His book entitled "Chickasha" was part of the Images of America series by Arcadia Publishers. He has lived in Chickasha for 14 years and is excited to share its unique story. Speaker: Dr. James Finck, […]

(Ages 5+ with adult) Experience the sights, sounds, and creatures that emerge as day turns to night. We’ll meet at the museum to learn about creatures that come out in the evening. We will then caravan in personal vehicles to a Norman park to see and hear them for ourselves! Click Here to Register! Registration […]

(Ages 5+ with Adult) Step into the shoes of an archaeologist, discovering how scientists study the past to reveal the mysteries of Oklahoma’s history. Through hands-on exploration, we’ll learn about the tools and other technologies that played a crucial role in ancient life. Click Here to Register! Registration closes on September 25.  

(Ages 12+ with Adult) Learn how evolving technologies transformed the everyday lives of people throughout Oklahoma's past. Then, roll up your sleeves and try out some of those very same groundbreaking tools and techniques for yourself, discovering firsthand how ancient innovation shaped the world we know today. Click Here to Register! Registration closes on September […]

(Ages 12-17) It’s October, which means things are getting spooky at the Sam Noble Museum! Grab a friend and join us for a night of snacks, crafts, and creepy-cool adventures. Explore the galleries after dark and discover the real science behind one of your favorite movie monsters, zombies! Don’t miss out on the chills, thrills, […]

(Ages 6-11) Join us for a bite-sized adventure for school holidays. Our Explorers Day Camps transform a simple day off into an unforgettable educational adventure. Whether digging into paleontology, unraveling ancient mysteries, or stepping into the shoes of a scientist, campers will experience the museum in a whole new way, full of excitement, creativity, and […]

(All Ages) Get ready for a spine-chilling experience at our annual Spooktacular Curiousiday this October! Explore the eerie and fascinating side of nature as we uncover creepy critters and mysterious objects. Museum guests are invited to participate in hands-on activities, a children's costume contest, and even a few creepy surprises! Don’t miss this opportunity to […]

(Ages 3-5 with Adult) Introduce your little learner to science concepts through doing, discovering, and making! In this session, young scientists will learn about the Day of the Dead through colorful stories, art, and crafts. Little learners will explore how families honor loved ones and celebrate life with joy and creativity! Click Here to Register! Registration closes on October 9.

(Ages 5+ with Adult) There’s a whole world too small to see, until you look through a microscope! Help us celebrate the 30th annual Oklahoma Ugly Bug Contest by learning how microscopes work, trying them yourself, and exploring fascinating tiny specimens in this hands-on workshop for all ages. Presented in collaboration with: The University of […]

(Ages 18+) Coastal Oaxaca is one of the few regions of Mexico where native communities have maintained nearly all aspects of their traditional textile production techniques. This includes cultivating native cotton, hand-spinning thread, utilizing local dyes, and weaving on the back-strap loom. What can archaeologists learn from Oaxaca’s textile producers to help interpret the archaeological […]

(Ages 18+) Dr. Robert Con Davis-Undiano will discuss the Day of the Dead and his book, Mestizos Come Home! Making and Claiming Mexican-American Identity. Known for its vibrant marigolds, painted skulls, and joyful celebration of ancestors, the Day of the Dead is celebrated around the world. Dr. Davis-Undiano will explore the holiday’s rich legacy and the ways it continues to bring people […]

(Ages 18+) Adult Night in the Exhibits (N.I.T.E.) is your chance to explore, sip, and socialize. No kids, no stress, just curiosity, good company, and exclusive access to our exhibits after dark. This Adult N.I.T.E. we’re celebrating the spooky season by exploring the science behind some of our favorite movie monsters! We’re talking zombies, vampires, […]

(Ages 6-11) Spike’s Club inspires children to love learning through active exploration and play. Each Thursday from 3:30 to 6:00 pm children will explore different natural and cultural history themes. During this installment of Spike’s Club, we’ll learn about the many holidays celebrated by cultures around the world. Drop-off: 3:30 to 3:45 pm | Pick-up: 5:45 to 6:00 […]

(Ages 5+ with Adult) Join us on a guided bird-watching walk at a local Norman park. Get an up-close look at native bird specimens before embarking on a nature walk to learn about birds and how to identify them by sight and sound. Binoculars will be provided for use during the program. This program will […]

(All Ages) Join us for a special Curiousiday public event on November 7 as we celebrate the people, animals and ecosystems of Oklahoma with Free Admission all day long! As part of our Curiousiday activities, you'll find interactive science stations and hands-on activities which explore the rich tapestry the state's natural history,  diverse ecosystems, and […]

(Ages 3-5 with Adult) Introduce your little learner to science concepts through doing, discovering, and making! In this session, young scientists will discover the amazing world of birds through stories, specimens, and hands-on activities. Little learners will explore feathers, nests, and bird calls while learning what makes these creatures so special! Click Here to Register! Registration closes on November 6.

(18+) Dr. Andre Moncrieff is an evolutionary biologist and curator of birds at the Sam Noble Museum. In this talk, he will explore how genetic research is helping to untangle the evolutionary history of tropical birds, following their stories from the vast Amazon Basin to the cloud forests of the Andes. Along the way, you […]

(Ages 6-11) Join us for a bite-sized adventure for school holidays. Our Explorers Day Camps transform a simple day off into an unforgettable educational adventure. Whether digging into paleontology, unraveling ancient mysteries, or stepping into the shoes of a scientist, campers will experience the museum in a whole new way, full of excitement, creativity, and discovery. Explorers Camp […]

Please note our holiday season hours. We will be closed on Thursday, November 26 in observance of Thanksgiving Day. We wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving season!

(Ages 5+ with Adult) Travel back in time and uncover the prehistoric world with Dig into Dinos: Invertebrates! Uncover a world of ancient creatures without backbones. Examine fossils, enjoy hands-on activities, and learn how these amazing invertebrates lived! Click Here to Register! Registration closes on December 2.    

(Child with Adult) Introduce your little learner to science concepts through doing, discovering, and making! In this session, young scientists will explore the fascinating world of ancient sea creatures through stories, fossils, and hands-on activities. Little learners will discover snails, trilobites, and other invertebrates that once lived long ago! Click Here to Register! Registration closes […]

(OU Students) Need a change of scenery while studying the week before finals? Come down to the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History on the south side of campus to Destress with Dinos! Study areas and a calming craft will be set up in our scenic Pleistocene Plaza. Light refreshments will be provided to […]

(Ages 12+ with Adult) In Crafting Nature, creativity and science combine! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to make your own eco-friendly paper using recycled materials and native flowers. Discover how to transform paper scraps and junk mail into unique, beautiful sheets, perfect for your next drawing, handwritten note, or holiday card. Participants 17 […]

(All Ages) Step into a magical realm of frost and snow at our Winter Wonderland Curiousiday! This enchanting celebration of winter invites attendees to uncover the fascinating scientific phenomena that define this chilly season, from the physics of snowflakes to the biology of winter wildlife. Included with standard museum admission!

(18+) We live in a time of accelerated environmental change, with organisms forced to shift their ranges, adapt to new pressures, or face extinction. As archives of biodiversity, museums are especially well situated for understanding these organismal responses. In this lecture, Dr. Hayley Lanier will discuss how we use museum specimens to understand and track […]

Please note our holiday season hours. We will be closed on Friday, December 25 in observance of Christmas Day. We wish you a wonderful Christmas season!