Events

(Best Suited for Ages 3-10) Every Wednesday at 11 a.m. we bring stories to life with Crafts and Tales at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History! In this […]

(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, […]

(Ages 6-8) Calling all young explorers! Join us from June 8-12 for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Each week‑long, three‑hour session of Summer […]

(Ages 9-12) Calling all young explorers! Join us from June 8-12 for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Each week‑long, three‑hour session of Summer […]

(Ages 5+ with Adult) Join us on June 30 from 7:30–9:30 p.m. for an evening of outdoor discovery as we explore the amazing bats that call Oklahoma home. We’ll begin […]

Don’t forget — the Sam Noble Museum will be open throughout the long weekend as we celebrate the 250th Fourth of July! If you have a family‑tier membership or above, […]

(Ages 6-8) Calling all young explorers! Join us from June 15-19 for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Each week‑long, three‑hour session of Summer […]

(Ages 9-12) Calling all young explorers! Join us from July 6-10 for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Each week‑long, three‑hour session of Summer […]

(Ages 6-8) Calling all young explorers! Join us from July 13-17 for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Each week‑long, three‑hour session of Summer […]

(Ages 9-12) Calling all young explorers! Join us from July 13-17 for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Each week‑long, three‑hour session of Summer […]

(Ages 6-8) Calling all young explorers! Join us from July 20-24 for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Each week‑long, three‑hour session of Summer […]

(Ages 9-12) Calling all young explorers! Join us from July 20-24 for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Each week‑long, three‑hour session of Summer […]

Oklahoma has an incredible diversity of moths from microscopic specks of glitter to North America's largest species reaching up to 7 inches in wingspan. These insects fill many interesting niches in our […]

(Ages 6-8) Calling all young explorers! Join us from July 13-17 for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Each week‑long, three‑hour session of Summer […]

(Ages 9-12) Calling all young explorers! Join us from July 20-24 for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Each week‑long, three‑hour session of Summer […]

Journey through the crossroads of creativity and curiosity at Curiousiday: The Art of Science, happening August 8 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Sam Noble Museum! This Curiousiday event invites […]

In April 1937, after the events of the Dust Bowl, Oklahoma passed the Conservation District Enabling Act, which gave citizens the opportunity to form their own conservation districts and created […]

(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 […]

(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. […]

We're open on Labor Day! Please note our holiday hours on Monday, September 7, 2026: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

(Ages 3-5 with Adult) Introduce your little learner to science concepts through doing, discovering, and making! In this session, young scientists will explore sunshine, rain, wind, snow, and more. Little learners will […]

(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. […]

SOLD OUT (Ages 5+ with Adult) Come discover the amazing diversity of Oklahoma moths. We’ll start in the classroom where we will learn about moth species from local experts, then […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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. […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(Ages 18+) The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History will begin the Fall 2026 Docent Training on Saturday, September 26 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. During the three-month […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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. […]

(Adults, or Ages 12-17 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 […]

(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 […]

(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, […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

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 […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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. […]

(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 […]