UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA STATE MUSEUM

LINCOLN, NE

The University of Nebraska State Museum, located in Lincoln, NE, is a natural history museum that houses an extensive collection of fossils, minerals, and other specimens. The museum, which was established in 1871, is one of the oldest institutions of its kind in the United States, and it has grown to become one of the largest and most comprehensive natural history museums in the Midwest.

The museum's collections include over 4 million specimens, ranging from ancient fossils to contemporary animal and plant specimens. Visitors can explore exhibits on Nebraska's natural history, including displays on dinosaurs, mammals, and birds, as well as exhibits on the state's geology and paleontology.

In addition to its permanent exhibits, the museum also hosts a variety of temporary exhibits throughout the year, featuring a range of topics related to natural history and science. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs, including guided tours and workshops for students and teachers.

Overall, the University of Nebraska State Museum is a fascinating and informative destination for anyone interested in natural history and science, offering a wealth of exhibits and resources for visitors of all ages.

UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA STATE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in LINCOLN NE. US MID #8403100002

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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• telephone: 4024722642
• website: http://www-museum.unl.edu

UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA STATE MUSEUM
1335 U ST
LINCOLN
NE
68588

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