Monarchs at the Museum

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Get ready for the museum’s first fall public program! Monarchs at the Museum will be a three-day event, held from 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday Sept. 23, Thursday Sept. 24 and Saturday Sept. 26. Visitors will get a chance to learn about butterflies native to Oklahoma and monarch butterfly […]

Monarchs at the Museum

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Get ready for the museum’s first fall public program! Monarchs at the Museum will be a three-day event, held from 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday Sept. 23, Thursday Sept. 24 and Saturday Sept. 26. Visitors will get a chance to learn about butterflies native to Oklahoma and monarch butterfly […]

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Permian Monster Mash

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Get ready for the museum’s October public program! Permian Monster Mash will be a three-day event, held from 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday Sept. 21 and Saturday Oct. 24, and from 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 8 p.m. on Thursday Oct. 22. Visitors can explore the world […]

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Permian Monster Mash

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Get ready for the museum’s October public program! Permian Monster Mash will be a three-day event, held from 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday Sept. 21 and Saturday Oct. 24, and from 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 8 p.m. on Thursday Oct. 22. Visitors can explore the world […]

Permian Monster Mash

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Get ready for the museum’s October public program! Permian Monster Mash will be a three-day event, held from 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday Sept. 21 and Saturday Oct. 24, and from 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 8 p.m. on Thursday Oct. 22. Visitors can explore the world […]

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum: Samedan Oil Corporation Great Hall 2401 Chautauqua Avenue, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets today at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu!

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Storytime at the Sam

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us for Storytime at the Sam this Wednesday! Storytime is free with admission to the 10:30 a.m. timeslot. Storytime will be at 11:15 a.m. and you can reserve your tickets online or by calling (405) 325-7977. 

Weird Science: Bioluminescence

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Family Program Come learn and have fun together! Each of our family programs has a different natural or cultural history theme and is intended for children ages 5 and up with an adult Join us for Weird Science, a program where the bizarre, the unexpected, and the downright weird take center stage. Ignite your child’s […]

Little Scientists: Dino Delight

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Introduce your 3-5 year-old learner to science concepts through doing, discovering, and making! This month: watch your child's imagination roar to life with, interactive adventures and dino-themed activities! Registration closes on February 25 Cost: $15 (Member parent/child pair) and $20 (Non-Member parent/child pair); $10 for one additional child and $5 for each additional adult in […]

Curiousiday: Women in STEM

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us the second Saturday of the month from 10:00 am -4:00 pm for Curiousidays! Enjoy activities, crafts, museum specimens, collection chats, and more! All activities are free with museum admission. Celebrate women in science with us! Enjoy interactive activities and inspiring stories that highlight the pivotal role that women have and continue to play […]

Drawing Labs: Sketching Objects

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Embrace your artistic side while exploring the world of natural science! Draw one-of-a-kind objects from the museum’s collection in an open studio environment. Basic drawing supplies will be available for use, but you are welcomed to bring your preferred choice of media. This program is suited for ages 12+. Participants under the age of 18 […]

Explorers Camp – Spring Break (Ages 5-7)

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

A week of discovery awaits curious explorers! Join us from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. during spring break for museum adventures, activities, crafts, games and gallery tours as we explore natural and cultural history! This morning program is for children ages 5-7. Our 8-11 year-old camp group will meet in the afternoon.  Registration closes on […]

Spring Break Escape!

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Embark on a week-long journey of discovery and adventure! From March 17 to 21, The Sam Noble Museum will be a hub of hands-on learning, creativity, and wonder! For each day of spring break, we’ll bring you a delightful mix of interactive activities and fascinating experiences that will ignite your curiosity and inspire your imagination. […]

Explorers Camp – Spring Break (Ages 8-11)

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

A week of discovery awaits curious explorers! Join us from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. during spring break for museum adventures, activities, crafts, games and gallery tours as we explore natural and cultural history! This program is for children ages 8-11.    Registration closes on March 12 Cost: $120 (Member youth) and $150 (Non-Member youth). […]

Lecture Series: Red Cross Emergency Preparedness

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Preparedness is the key to recovering from any disaster, large or small. It can make your recovery much less stressful. Please join us as we learn more about how to build a preparedness kit from the American Red Cross, as well as the importance of having on, what the different types of kits look like […]

Dig into Dinosaurs: Dino Looks

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Family Program Come learn and have fun together! Each of our family programs has a different natural or cultural history theme and is intended for children ages 5 and up with an adult Explore the dinosaurs of Oklahoma with an eye for color and pattern! We will explore galleries, investigate modern animal colors and patterns, […]

Spike’s Club: Oki-Mon

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Spike’s Club inspires children ages 6-11 to love learning through active exploration and play. Each Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. children will explore different natural and cultural history themes. During this installment of Spike’s Club, children will become “Oki-Mon Trainers” while exploring our state’s native flora and fauna! Registration closes on March 27 Cost […]

Drawing Lab: Sketching Objects

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Embrace your artistic side while exploring the world of natural science! Draw one-of-a-kind objects from the museum’s collection in an open studio environment. Basic drawing supplies will be available for use, but you are welcomed to bring your preferred choice of media. This program is suited for ages 12+. Participants under the age of 18 […]

Curiousiday: The Secret Life of Plants

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us the second Saturday of the month from 10:00 am -4:00 pm for Curiousidays! Enjoy activities, crafts, museum specimens, collection chats, and more! All activities are free with museum admission. Discover hidden wonders of the plant world and learn how plants shape our lives. Explore the fascinating biology and behaviors of floral marvels and […]

Little Scientists: Life Cycles

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Introduce your 3-5 year-old learner to science concepts through doing, discovering, and making!  This month: Your little one will blossom into learning about the joys of nature’s transformations through playful, hands-on activities! Registration closes on April 1 Cost: $15 (Member parent/child pair) and $20 (Non-Member parent/child pair); $10 for one additional child and $5 for […]

Lecture Series: Introduction to Mushrooming

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

This presentation by Dr. Clark Ovrebo, Professor Emeritus of Biology, University of Central Oklahoma, will discuss the proper ways to collect and study mushrooms, and some common fungi of Oklahoma. Attendees will learn about edible, medicinal, and toxic species, with a focus on their identification and safe foraging practices.    Click Here to Register

Bird Watching

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us on a guided bird-watching walk at a local Norman Park. See native bird specimens up close before embarking on a nature walk to learn about birds and how to identify them by sight and sound. Binoculars will be provided.  The program will involve extensive walking outdoors, so please prepare accordingly. Participants will provide […]

Eco-Art

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Family Program Come learn and have fun together! Each of our family programs has a different natural or cultural history theme and is intended for children ages 5 and up with an adult Let nature be your inspiration for this fun family art workshop. Enjoy a collaborative art making experience that brings families together to […]

Eco-Art

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Bring your creativity and your passion for nature. This unique class combines the beauty of nature with artistic expression for a fun educational experience. Both experienced and emerging artists are welcome. This program is suited for ages 12+. Participants 17 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Registration closes on May 2. Cost: $20 […]

Curiousiday: Sam Noble Museum, Then and Now

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Join us the second Saturday of the month from 10:00 am -4:00 pm for Curiousidays! Enjoy activities, crafts, museum specimens, collection chats, and more! All activities are free with museum admission. 2025 marks two milestones for the Sam Noble Museum: 25 years in its current building, and 125 years since its founding. Come and mark […]

Drawing Labs: Sketching Objects

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Embrace your artistic side while exploring the world of natural science! Draw one-of-a-kind objects from the museum’s collection in an open studio environment. Basic drawing supplies will be available for use, but you are welcomed to bring your preferred choice of media. This program is suited for ages 12+. Participants under the age of 18 […]

Little Scientists: Antarctica Adventure

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

Introduce your 3-5 year-old learner to science concepts through doing, discovering, and making! This month: Embark on a frosty adventure where we explore some of the icy wonders of Antarctica! Registration closes on May 13 Cost: $15 (Member parent/child pair) and $20 (Non-Member parent/child pair); $10 for one additional child and $5 for each additional […]

Lecture Series: Richards Spur, Oklahoma’s World Class Fossil Site

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

This free presentation by Sam Noble Museum Fossil Preparator Kyle Davies explores Richards Spur, a fossil locality north of Lawton, which is unique in having the most terrestrial fossils species from the Permian time period of any known location on Earth. Owing to its special conditions, it is also known for producing many rare, small […]

Memorial Day

Sam Noble Museum 2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK, United States

We're Open Memorial Day! Looking for something fun and meaningful to do this Memorial Day? The Sam Noble Museum will be open all day—perfect for a family outing or a solo adventure. Come explore Oklahoma’s natural history and honor the day with a visit.