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, and registration is not […]
Join us this summer at the Sam Noble Museum and experience science first-hand through a variety of discovery-based programs. Each week-long, two-hour Summer Explorers program (children ages 6-7, 8-9, and 10-12) features a different natural or cultural history theme. Click Here to Register THIS WEEK: Dino Adventures (Age 6-7) – 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 […]
Sam Noble Museum's Educator Open House is designed for educators and anyone passionate about enriching the educational experience of their students through the wonders of natural and cultural history. Learn about educational program options offered through the Sam Noble Museum as well as other University and community groups. During the Educator's Open House event on […]
In this session, 3-5 year-old astronomers and their caregivers will blast off into a cosmic adventure through the wonders of the Solar System. Through hands-on activities and playful exploration, children will discover dazzling stars, fascinating planets, and the mysteries of outer space in a way that sparks their imagination and love for science. Click Here […]
With habitats spanning from prairies to pine forests, Oklahoma is a crossroads for species from all directions—east, west, north, and south. Presented by Hannah Eichelberger, Herpetology Collection Manager at the Sam Noble Museum, this lecture will showcase the state’s unique herpetofauna and explore the factors driving our rich biodiversity. Click Here to Register
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 […]
We're open this Labor Day! Spend your day off exploring Oklahoma’s natural and cultural history. The Sam Noble Museum is open and ready for your next adventure!
Growing up in Mexico, Rodrigo Medellín’s passion for bats began in childhood, and has since shaped his lifelong mission of conservation and research. His groundbreaking work has earned him the honorary title of “The Bat Man of Mexico” along with international renown and recognition, with features in National Geographic, PBS’s Nature, and BBC nature documentaries, among others. In this […]
Celebrate the tradition of growing agave and distilling tequila with Rodrigo Medellin, founder and co-president of the Bat Friendly Tequila Program. Learn about agave and sustainable practices that encourage bat pollination from an expert, then engage your tastebuds in a mouthwatering sampling of bat-friendly™ tequila. Light refreshments provided; includes one taste sampling per ticket. This […]