The Sam Noble Museum at The University of Oklahoma inspires minds to understand the world through collection-based research, interpretation, and education.
Crafts and Tales is an ongoing program for young children and families in the Discovery Room every Wednesday at 11 a.m. Visitors are invited to enjoy a story, explore a topic with museum specimens, and create a fun craft to take home. Crafts and Tales is included free with your admission.
Introduce your 3-5 year-old learner to science concepts through doing, discovering, and making! This month: Unlock your child's musical potential with our engaging program designed to spark creativity, rhythm, and joy! Registration closes on January 28 Cost: $15 (Member parent/child pair) and $20 (Non-Member parent/child pair); $10 for one additional child and $5 for each […]
Discover the wonders of biomimicry in this Curiousiday adventure! As the world faces an increasing number of challenges, what kinds of solutions can we find in nature? Included free with your general admission, join us for Bio-Inspired to play, craft, and explore the world of biomimicry, and learn how biology-inspired design can spark innovative […]
Singles and couples alike are invited to join us on Valentine's weekend for a N.I.T.E. at the Sam Noble Museum! Adult N.I.T.E. (Night in the Exhibits) will be held on February 15 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will feature catered food and drinks, along with a cash bar hosted by 405 Brewing (21+). […]
Young explorers age 6-11 are invited to join us for a day of museum adventure with activities, crafts, games, and gallery tours as we explore natural and cultural history! Registration closes on February 11 Cost per day: $55 (Member youth) and $70 (Non-Member youth). Click Here to Register
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 […]
Come play with science through nature-inspired boardgames! Whether you’re new to tabletop gaming or you’re a master strategist, join us to play some of our favorite boardgames inspired by natural science. Play games, make friends, explore the museum, and learn some science along the way! No boardgame experience required. This program is for ages 12-17 […]
This presentation by Mark Howery, Wildlife Diversity Biologist from the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, provides an overview of the work that the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) accomplishes through its Wildlife Diversity Program to conserve the state's diverse community of nongame wildlife (those wildlife species that are considered traditional game or sportfish species). Topics […]
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 […]
