10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.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 millennia. Through interactive displays and rare specimens, you’ll go deep into Oregon’s past and join a conversation about our collective future.
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.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 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.
Chinese immigrants helped shape Oregon’s history. Come discover the stories and resilience of early Chinese Americans.
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Chinese immigrants helped shape Oregon’s history. Come discover the stories and resilience of early Chinese Americans.
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
An exhibition presenting now and future Indigiqueer ancestors who move beyond boundaries in life and art.
Artists: a.c. ramírez de arellaño | Evan Benally Atwood | Geo Soctomah Neptune | Jeffrey Gibson | Lehuauakea | Qahir-beejee Peco | Roin Morigeau | Steph Littlebird | Walter Scott
Curated by Anthony Hudson and Felix Furby.
Sponsored by Chachalu Tribal Museum and Cultural Center, Native Arts and Cultures Foundation, Oregon Community Foundation, and New Expressive Work.
10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
An exhibition presenting now and future Indigiqueer ancestors who move beyond boundaries in life and art.
Artists: a.c. ramírez de arellaño | Evan Benally Atwood | Geo Soctomah Neptune | Jeffrey Gibson | Lehuauakea | Qahir-beejee Peco | Roin Morigeau | Steph Littlebird | Walter Scott
Curated by Anthony Hudson and Felix Furby.
Sponsored by Chachalu Tribal Museum and Cultural Center, Native Arts and Cultures Foundation, Oregon Community Foundation, and New Expressive Work.
4:30–7:30 p.m.
Want to support local artists while learning about how art, science, and culture intertwine? Come visit from 4:30-7:30pm as we host local authors and artists and their products alongside snacks and hot cider.
Don’t forget about seasonal discounts in the museum store. Visitors get 20% off all non-consignment goods, while museum members get 30% off every Thursday evening in December.
4:30–7:30 p.m.
Celebrate Holiday Nights at the Museum of Natural and Cultural History! Visit on Thursday evenings to get a 20% discount on all non-consignment goods purchased in the Museum Store, with museum members getting 30% off. Not sure how to become a member? Ask any one of our museum staff or visit our website for more information - or better yet, give the gift of membership to a fellow museum-lover this holiday season!
6:00–7:30 p.m.
The first hour is reserved for museum members and invited guests; at 6:00 p.m. everyone is invited. Enjoy a reception celebrating our newest exhibit: ReEnvisioned: Contemporary Portraits of our Black Ancestors by Jeremy Okai Davis. Meet Oregon’s early Black pioneers through colorful portraits that commemorate their role in shaping our state. Artist Jeremy Okai Davis illuminates their lives and asks us to consider how we remember our collective history.
Light appetizers and refreshments will be available, as well as a cash bar. Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount.
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy our newest exhibit along with family-friendly activities, crafts, and refreshments.
Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount. Not a member yet? Sign up during opening weekend and receive a 20% discount on individual or family level plus memberships. Offer valid onsite only.