Student drawing


Mask making

Exhibits - School Programs - Teacher Resources - Tours - Events - Audio Downloads - Volunteer


The public programs division of the Museum of Natural and Cultural History provides learning experiences for visitors of all ages and strives to promote curiosity in natural and cultural history and sciences. Through interpretative exhibits, family events, field trips, classes, lectures, and more, the museum's research and collections come to life.

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Museum tour

For students, the museum offers various programs that explore archaeology and science. Museum tours can be tailored to the specific needs of classes, clubs, and other groups.

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The wide variety of community workshops, field trips, and family events organized by the museum have included Native American cedar-working demonstrations taught by tribal elders and nature discovery rafting trips. Events such as the winter solstice celebration have become highly anticipated events in the Eugene area.

Plankhouse demostration

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Child making mini baskets


More than one hundred community volunteers as well as staff members, university interns, and fellows form the core of public programs. They share a common goal to provide compelling programs for out-of-town visitors, families, students, and members of the Eugene community. Below, museum volunteer Florence helps during Light and Color Family Day.

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Volunteer with children

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