University of Iowa Museum of Natural History | The University of Iowa
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University of Iowa Museum of Natural History | The University of Iowa
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The University of Iowa Museum of Natural History is the second oldest museum in the United States west of the Mississippi River. Established in 1858, the museum has been free and open to the public for more than 160 years housing specimens, objects, and artifacts on display to support learning and exploration.
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Wednesday, April 22, 2026 10:00am to 12:00pm
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
The Museum of Natural History welcomes students each week for a study session in our galleries. We'll provide the snacks, cushions, and ambiance. You bring your planners, textbooks, or assignments. Together, we'll stay ahead of our goals this semester.
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Learn about the race to save one of the world's few remaining cycloramas, right here at the UI Museum of Natural History.
Read now
Support the Laysan Island Cyclorama Restoration Fund today
The University of Iowa
Pentacrest Museums
(Old Capitol Museum & The UI Museum of Natural History) serve to strengthen the vital role of both Museums in the educational, research, and engagement missions of the University, enhancing the campus-wide focus on cultural and environmental diversity.
The Pentacrest Museums accept donations via the University of Iowa Center for Advancement. Your tax-deductible gift of any size contributes to research, collections care, and innovative learning experiences on and off campus.
GIVE TO UIPM
Skip to main content
Home
Welcome
to the Museum
The University of Iowa Museum of Natural History is the second oldest museum in the United States west of the Mississippi River. Established in 1858, the museum has been free and open to the public for more than 160 years housing specimens, objects, and artifacts on display to support learning and exploration.
Learn more about our history
Calendar
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 10:00am to 12:00pm
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
The Museum of Natural History welcomes students each week for a study session in our galleries. We'll provide the snacks, cushions, and ambiance. You bring your planners, textbooks, or assignments. Together, we'll stay ahead of our goals this semester.
View more events
Learn about the race to save one of the world's few remaining cycloramas, right here at the UI Museum of Natural History.
Read now
Support the Laysan Island Cyclorama Restoration Fund today
The University of Iowa
Pentacrest Museums
(Old Capitol Museum & The UI Museum of Natural History) serve to strengthen the vital role of both Museums in the educational, research, and engagement missions of the University, enhancing the campus-wide focus on cultural and environmental diversity.
The Pentacrest Museums accept donations via the University of Iowa Center for Advancement. Your tax-deductible gift of any size contributes to research, collections care, and innovative learning experiences on and off campus.
GIVE TO UIPM