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.
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 […]
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 April 25. Cost: $20 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
This 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 specimens […]
