Events

November 2024

Nov13
Capturing the Cosmos — Images from the James Webb Space Telescope 10:00 a.m.

Discover how the James Webb Space Telescope’s striking images expand what we know about galaxies, stars, and...
Capturing the Cosmos — Images from the James Webb Space Telescope
September 14–December 28
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Discover how the James Webb Space Telescope’s striking images expand what we know about galaxies, stars, and planets.

Nov13
Explore Oregon10:00 a.m.

Experience the dynamic forces that shape Oregon’s landscapes, climate, and ecosystems. Meet giant salmon, Ice Age sloths, and other amazing animals from across the...
Explore Oregon
January 14–December 29
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Experience the dynamic forces that shape Oregon’s landscapes, climate, and ecosystems. Meet giant salmon, Ice Age sloths, and other amazing animals from across the millennia. Through interactive displays and rare specimens, you’ll go deep into Oregon’s past and join a conversation about our collective future.

Nov13
Oregon: Where Past Is Present10:00 a.m.

Delve into Oregon’s story, from the archaeology of the First Americans to the dynamic cultures of today’s Tribes. Combining interactive displays with world-class...
Oregon: Where Past Is Present
January 13–December 29
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Delve into Oregon’s story, from the archaeology of the First Americans to the dynamic cultures of today’s Tribes.

Combining interactive displays with world-class anthropological collections, Oregon—Where Past is Present shares 14,000 years of Oregon stories, and invites you to tell your own. Explore the galleries, try your hand at ancient weaving styles, test your skills as an archaeologist, and much more.

Nov13
Underwater Forests—Oregon's Kelp Ecosystems10:00 a.m.

Experience Oregon's dynamic—yet fragile—kelp forest ecosystems and learn why this species is vital to Oregon and the world. Discover the critters that call...
Underwater Forests—Oregon's Kelp Ecosystems
October 28–February 2
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Experience Oregon's dynamic—yet fragile—kelp forest ecosystems and learn why this species is vital to Oregon and the world. Discover the critters that call Oregon's kelp forests home, the threats facing kelp today, and what we can do to help the kelp.

Nov14
Ascent to Europa: NASA’s Mission to Jupiter’s Ocean Moon6:00 p.m.

Join UO space physicist Carol Paty for a discussion of NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft and its mission to Europa, a moon orbiting Jupiter that has a global...
Ascent to Europa: NASA’s Mission to Jupiter’s Ocean Moon
November 14
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Join UO space physicist Carol Paty for a discussion of NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft and its mission to Europa, a moon orbiting Jupiter that has a global water ocean beneath its icy shell. The observations from Europa Clipper’s scientific mission will paint a comprehensive picture of Europa’s habitability and what lies beneath its frozen exterior. Learn more about the road to the October launch and what comes next for Europa Clipper as it embarks on its journey.

Nov16
Out of This World FAMILY DAY10:00 a.m.

Journey into space and back in time as you explore the vast cosmos beyond planet Earth. The whole family will have fun experimenting with light, learning about telescopes,...
Out of This World FAMILY DAY
November 16
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Journey into space and back in time as you explore the vast cosmos beyond planet Earth. The whole family will have fun experimenting with light, learning about telescopes, discovering our place in space, and more. Check out the museum, enjoy the snacks, and visit our newest exhibit, Capturing the Cosmos — Images from the James Webb Space Telescope. Activities are bilingual Spanish/English.

Out of This World Family Day activities are included with regular admission and free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount.