October 2023

Oct4
Magic in Medieval Europe10:00 a.m.

Welcome to the world of medieval spirits and sorcery! Through spellbinding stories, objects, and imagery, MAGIC will take you to the roots of everyday superstitions and...
Magic in Medieval Europe
January 4–October 8
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Welcome to the world of medieval spirits and sorcery! Through spellbinding stories, objects, and imagery, MAGIC will take you to the roots of everyday superstitions and conjurings, delving deep into the phenomenon of magical thinking—past and present. (Exhibit)

Oct4
Outliers and Outlaws: Stories from the Eugene Lesbian History Project10:00 a.m.

In the 1960s – 1990s, hundreds of young women who identified as lesbians came to Eugene. They founded organization's central to the city and provided leadership for...
Outliers and Outlaws: Stories from the Eugene Lesbian History Project
January 28–December 31
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

In the 1960s – 1990s, hundreds of young women who identified as lesbians came to Eugene. They founded organization's central to the city and provided leadership for community service agencies. They created lesbian magazines, photographs, music, films, dance performances, theater, and art. They influenced Oregon's political landscape and contributed to the larger LGBTQ movement.

Come discover stories about the Eugene lesbian community from the women who created and sustained it.

Oct6
Free First Friday at the Museum10:00 a.m.

The Museum of Natural and Cultural History offers free admission on the first Friday of the month. Investigate Oregon's amazing fossils and ecosystems, and delve into its...
Free First Friday at the Museum
September 1–August 2
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

The Museum of Natural and Cultural History offers free admission on the first Friday of the month. Investigate Oregon's amazing fossils and ecosystems, and delve into its cultural history—from the First Americans at Paisley Caves to the dynamic cultures of today's Tribes.

Oct9
Indigenous Peoples' Day10:00 a.m.

Special Monday hours: The Museum of Natural and Cultural History will be open with FREE admission in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day! Come celebrate 14,000...
Indigenous Peoples' Day
October 9
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Special Monday hours: The Museum of Natural and Cultural History will be open with FREE admission in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day! Come celebrate 14,000 years of Native culture in Oregon—from the First Americans at Paisley Caves to the dynamic cultures of today's Tribes.

Oct11
National Fossil Day10:00 a.m.

Join us at the museum for National Fossil Day. Check out fossils from all around Oregon, including a dinosaur toe bone! We will host walk-and-talks throughout the day focusing on...
National Fossil Day
October 11
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Join us at the museum for National Fossil Day. Check out fossils from all around Oregon, including a dinosaur toe bone! We will host walk-and-talks throughout the day focusing on Oregon’s fossil history.

Oct12
Tribal Collaborations in Archaeological Fieldwork6:00 p.m.

This past summer, archaeologist Gabriel Sanchez returned to California to continue excavations at Hastings Natural History Reservation in collaboration with the...
Tribal Collaborations in Archaeological Fieldwork
October 12
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

This past summer, archaeologist Gabriel Sanchez returned to California to continue excavations at Hastings Natural History Reservation in collaboration with the Esselen Tribe of Monterey County. Join us for a discussion of the project and hear how the Tribe's perspective informs the understanding of the legacies of Native people and their relationship with the environment. 

Oct17
With a Good Heart: A Conversation with Myra Johnson Orange, Northern Paiute Basketmaker3:30 p.m.

Join us at the Many Nations Longhouse for a conversation with Myra Johnson Orange, Northern Paiute basketmaker.

With a Good Heart: A Conversation with Myra Johnson Orange, Northern Paiute Basketmaker
October 17
3:30–5:00 p.m.
Many Nations Longhouse

Join us at the Many Nations Longhouse for a conversation with Myra Johnson Orange, Northern Paiute basketmaker.

Oct19
Oregon Origins Project II: Seven Wonders6:00 p.m.

Join composer Matthew Packwood and a string quartet of musicians from the Oregon Symphony for a performance of Oregon Origins: Seven Wonders, a musical journey...
Oregon Origins Project II: Seven Wonders
October 19
6:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History MNCH Galleria

Join composer Matthew Packwood and a string quartet of musicians from the Oregon Symphony for a performance of Oregon Origins: Seven Wonders, a musical journey through Oregon’s wild places. Following the live performance, geologist Ian Madin will give an illustrated presentation of the breathtaking locations that inspired the project. Co-sponsored by the Department of Earth Sciences and the School of Music and Dance.

Oct21
Go Ducks! Weekends 10:00 a.m.

Go Ducks! And get a great deal on museum membership. Get 20 percent off new or renewing one-year memberships to the Museum of Natural and Cultural History during UO football...
Go Ducks! Weekends
September 16–October 21
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Go Ducks! And get a great deal on museum membership. Get 20 percent off new or renewing one-year memberships to the Museum of Natural and Cultural History during UO football home game weekends. That's a whole year of hands-on exhibits and award-winning family programs, served up Duck-style. Join us!  

*Discount applies to individual and family memberships only.

 

September 16

September 23

October 21

Oct28
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–December 31
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.

Oct28
Underwater Forests—Oregon's Kelp Ecosystems Opening Weekend10:00 a.m.

Sink beneath the waves and experience the underwater world of Oregon's kelp forests. Enjoy refreshments and guided walk-and-talks through the museum's newest...
Underwater Forests—Oregon's Kelp Ecosystems Opening Weekend
October 28–29
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Sink beneath the waves and experience the underwater world of Oregon's kelp forests. Enjoy refreshments and guided walk-and-talks through the museum's newest exhibit.

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.

Not a member yet? Sign up during opening weekend and receive a 20% discount on individual or family level memberships. Offer valid onsite only. 

November 2023

Nov21
BE Passionate with Steph Littlebird5:00 p.m.

BE Passionate is organized by The BE Series Join the SAB Arts & Culture team as we welcome Steph Littlebird for her free dinner presentation BE Passionate in the EMU...
BE Passionate with Steph Littlebird
November 21
5:00–7:30 p.m.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU) Ballroom

BE Passionate is organized by The BE Series

Join the SAB Arts & Culture team as we welcome Steph Littlebird for her free dinner presentation BE Passionate in the EMU Ballroom on November 21st.

Doors & Dinner: 5:00pm 

Presentation: 6pm-7:00pm followed by Q&A 7-7:30pm

Indigenous artist Steph Littlebird explores the role of art in activism and the transformative power of representation. Steph Littlebird is an enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde; she received national recognition as curator of This IS Kalapuyan Land (2020) an exhibition at the Five Oaks Museum in Portland, Oregon.

For details and more info on how to reserve a free dinner table for a group or a seat for you at BE Proud: follow the team @uo_beseries Instagram.