Events
May25
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 31
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.

May25
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 31
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.

May25
Roots and Resilience—Chinese American Heritage in Oregon10:00 a.m.

Chinese immigrants helped shape Oregon’s history. Come discover the stories and resilience of early Chinese Americans.

Roots and Resilience—Chinese American Heritage in Oregon
February 21–December 31
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Chinese immigrants helped shape Oregon’s history. Come discover the stories and resilience of early Chinese Americans.

May25
Transgressors10:00 a.m.

An exhibition presenting now and future Indigiqueer ancestors who move beyond boundaries in life and art.  Artists: a.c. ramírez de arellaño  | ...
Transgressors
May 21–January 4
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History Galleria

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. 

May29
Transgressors10:00 a.m.

An exhibition presenting now and future Indigiqueer ancestors who move beyond boundaries in life and art.  Artists: a.c. ramírez de arellaño  | ...
Transgressors
May 22–January 1
10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History Galleria

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. 

Jun11
Gifts for Grads10:00 a.m.

Shopping for the science grad in your life? Head to the museum store! From geoscience water bottles to chemistry-themed jewelry, we've got the perfect science-themed gift....
Gifts for Grads
June 11–16
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Shopping for the science grad in your life? Head to the museum store! From geoscience water bottles to chemistry-themed jewelry, we've got the perfect science-themed gift. Enjoy special UO Commencement Week discounts on jewelry, pint glasses, cards, and much more. Take 10 percent off any non-consignment item (20 percent off for MNCH members and UO faculty and staff) and take home a free canvas tote with your purchase of $50 or more.   

   Admission to the museum store is always free. 

Jun16
UO Commencement10:00 a.m.

Congratulations, Ducks! In honor of Commencement, the museum will be open and free from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 16.

UO Commencement
June 16
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Congratulations, Ducks! In honor of Commencement, the museum will be open and free from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 16.

Jul10
OREGON CULTURE NIGHTS 6:00 p.m.

Culture is Medicine: Finding Connection, Hope, and Healing  Join us for live demonstrations of Oregon's living traditions Thursday nights in July. Culture bearers from...
OREGON CULTURE NIGHTS
July 10
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History Lawn

Culture is Medicine: Finding Connection, Hope, and Healing 

Join us for live demonstrations of Oregon's living traditions Thursday nights in July. Culture bearers from a wide variety of backgrounds will provide insider knowledge about their traditional artforms and reflect on this year’s theme: Culture is Medicine: Finding Connection, Hope, and Healing. Grab a friend and enjoy a night of performance in the museum and the museum courtyard. All ages welcome! 

Featuring Traditional Irish Gaelic Singing with Brian Ó hAirt (MNCH Lawn) 

Hosted with the Oregon Folklife Network

Jul12
FAMILY FUN IN THE SUN: Adventures in Archaeology10:00 a.m.

Can you learn about a person from their belongings? How about from their trash? Archaeologists do this all the time! Take a trip into the past, dig into archaeology, uncover...
FAMILY FUN IN THE SUN: Adventures in Archaeology
July 12–20
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Can you learn about a person from their belongings? How about from their trash? Archaeologists do this all the time! Take a trip into the past, dig into archaeology, uncover artifacts, and discover what we can learn from people who lived before us.

Join us in the museum’s courtyard this summer for lots of family fun with hands-on activities highlighting themes from the museum. Activities are bilingual English/Spanish and perfect for children ages 3 and up.

Family Fun in the Sun is included with regular admission, free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Oregon Trail or other EBT card receive an admission discount.

Reservations are available for groups of 10 or more youth. Outdoor events are subject to change based on the weather. Please visit mnch.uoregon.edu for the most current information.

 

Jul17
OREGON CULTURE NIGHTS 6:00 p.m.

Culture is Medicine: Finding Connection, Hope, and Healing  Join us for live demonstrations of Oregon's living traditions Thursday nights in July. Culture bearers from...
OREGON CULTURE NIGHTS
July 17
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History Lawn

Culture is Medicine: Finding Connection, Hope, and Healing 

Join us for live demonstrations of Oregon's living traditions Thursday nights in July. Culture bearers from a wide variety of backgrounds will provide insider knowledge about their traditional artforms and reflect on this year’s theme: Culture is Medicine: Finding Connection, Hope, and Healing. Grab a friend and enjoy a night of performance in the museum and the museum courtyard. All ages welcome! 

Featuring Bharatanatyam Classical Indian Dance with Sweta Ravisankar and apprentice Arshia Rajeshnarayanan (MNCH Lawn) 

Hosted with the Oregon Folklife Network.