At The Center of it All
The Museum of Natural History is open to the public with always-free admission. Use this section to plan your visit. We're looking forward to your arrival.
Calendar of Events
Read on the Rug
Friday, June 12, 2026 10:30am to 11:00am
Read on the Rug is back with monthly offerings but we're moving to FRIDAYS!
Join us on the second Friday of each month in Iowa Hall at the UI Museum of Natural History for Read on the Rug. Ideal for families or caregivers with kiddos aged 2-5, all are welcome to this free educational program. This program series was designed with our youngest museum lovers in mind. Come along as we build community and inspire a sense of wonder, curiosity, and respect for our natural and cultural worlds with...