Upcoming Events
Museum for Me Sensory-Friendly Event
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesJoin us for a morning at the Museum for adults and children on the autism spectrum and their friends, families and caregivers. The Museum will be open from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. for visitors to explore at their own pace in a peaceful and less-crowded environment. In addition, a separate quiet space will be […]
UF Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe Florida Museum is proud to be a part of the University of Florida campus community! We’d like to show appreciation for our colleagues across campus by inviting UF employees to enjoy our museum for FREE today. University of Florida employees may show their valid Faculty/Staff Gator One cards for one FREE admission to the Butterfly […]
Holiday Member Sale
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesLet us inspire the ones you love with unique gifts that help support your Museum! Associates and Curators Society members enjoy a 20% discount at the Collectors Shop from Dec. 1 through 22. The Museum’s gift shop offers a variety of books, educational toys and games, and unique treasures inspired by the natural world. Proceeds benefit […]
Historic Bike Tour
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesTake a ride through history! Experience the University of Florida from a completely different perspective on this FREE tour exploring archaeological sites and historic features that make the campus unique. Led by the Florida Public Archaeology Network, this family-friendly tour includes information about the Native Americans who lived and thrived in this area for thousands of […]
Ask a Scientist: Not So Scary Science
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesScience is all around you! Come in costume and celebrate Halloween early at the Florida Museum. Take advantage of this opportunity to talk with scientists and discover the science behind creatures that can seem scary. Learn about sharks, snakes and spiders with real specimens and stop by our selfie spot to get some fun shots! […]
Viva Museum
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesExplore the culture of Latin America while learning how to dance Salsa and Bachata. Discover the contributions of Hispanic and Latinx naturalists and scientists at our 12th annual Viva Museum in partnership with the Gainesville Latino Film Festival!
Plant for Pollinators at Millhopper Library Branch
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe Florida Museum invites you to a special event at the Millhopper Branch of the Alachua County Library District to help support pollinator conservation. Pick up a free plant and plant for pollinators!
Florida Museum hosts ‘Watercolors and Wine’ painting event May 9
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesCelebrate Mother’s Day weekend with wine and painting at the Florida Museum of Natural History. Guests can sip wine or mocktails while being guided through a watercolor painting class from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, May 9. Tickets are $35 for Museum members, $40 for non-members or at the door, and include art supplies, […]
Tot Trot: Slime, FREE DAY!
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesGet your toddler excited about science and natural history! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for an exciting and interactive nature walk. Each program highlights an outdoor area and encourages exploration with a closer look at nature and Museum objects. This program promotes sensory experiences, investigation and exploration with a focus on science. Each Tuesday we […]
Tot Trot: Seeds
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesGet your toddler excited about science and natural history! Join Discovery Zone nature ambassadors for an exciting and interactive nature walk. Each program highlights an outdoor area and encourages exploration with a closer look at nature and Museum objects. This program promotes sensory experiences, investigation and exploration with a focus on science. Each Tuesday we […]
Florida Museum hosts plant sale April 19-21 with more than 100 species
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe Florida Museum of Natural History will host an in-person plant sale with roughly 100 species of difficult-to-find and pollinator-friendly plants April 19 and 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and April 21 from 1 to 5 p.m. Accent, host, native and nectar plants are available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Florida Museum’s […]
Florida Museum hosts plant sale April 19-21 with more than 100 species
Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road, Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe Florida Museum of Natural History will host an in-person plant sale with roughly 100 species of difficult-to-find and pollinator-friendly plants April 19 and 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and April 21 from 1 to 5 p.m. Accent, host, native and nectar plants are available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Florida Museum’s […]