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Oregon - Where Past is Present Exhibit

Oregon—Where Past is Present

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

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Explore Oregon

Explore Oregon

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.

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A medieval painting of Pope Sylvester II and the Devil

Magic in Medieval Europe

Explore magical thinking, past and present

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Small sweetgrass basket, braid of sweetgrass and the book Braiding Sweetgrass

Storytelling and Science

Featuring Robin Wall Kimmerer, Citizen Potawatomi Nation

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Headshot of puma on black background

Photo Ark—Photographs by Joel Sartore

Come face to face with some of the world’s most charismatic animals.

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Explore Oregon virtual exhibit; showing Ice Age fossils on display, including Harlan's ground sloth

Online and Virtual Exhibits

Create your own museum adventure, from anywhere in the world!

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Arctic tern eggs

Bird Eggs and Nests—Photographs of the Museum's Collection

A project in partnership with the UO Environmental Leadership Program.
On view starting June 8.

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Camas

Native Plant Courtyard

The Glenn Starlin Native Plant Courtyard is a living research collection of Oregon’s native plants.

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Cheetah at the Starting Blocks by John Lund

Natural Athletes: Track & Field Champs of the Animal Kingdom

Reopening on June 8, 2022!

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Museum store with items for sale.

The Museum Store

Admission to the store is always free.

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