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Morrill Hall
Nestled in Lincoln on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus, Morrill Hall has been welcoming curious minds since 1927. Visitors can walk through the iconic Elephant Hall featuring “Archie” the world’s largest fully mounted Columbian mammoth fossil, witness active research in our Visible Lab, explore Nebraska’s ancient prairies in Cherish Nebraska, visit space in Mueller Planetarium, and try being the scientist in our Science Exploration Zone. Don’t forget our fun, interactive exhibits featuring dinosaurs, anthropology, insects and more. Open year-round, Morrill Hall is a Smithsonian-affiliated, research-based museum where exploration never stops. Whether you’re a school group, a family, a tourist, or a lifelong learner, we’ve got something you’ll enjoy.
Museum Happenings
Summer Camps
Registration Now Open
Explore science and natural history with hands-on half-day and full-day summer Discovery Day Camps at Morrill Hall.
Camps run June-July 2026 for youth who completed Grades K-8.
Our camps are educator led, and include museum exploration, outside time, and some researcher visits and bonus field trips.
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Bison
Temporary Exhibit | 3rd Floor
Bison tells the story of this quintessentially North American animal and the Native American Tribes who depended upon them. The exhibit illuminates the past, present, and vibrant future of bison in North America. Bison invites visitors of all ages to explore the significance of bison in the cultures of Plains Indian Peoples — particularly as a resource for food, clothing, shelter and tools. The Bison exhibit is toured by Kauffman Museum of North Newton, Kansas on behalf of the National Buffalo Foundation.
Investigate Saturday Science Lab: Arts & Science
Saturday, May 2 | 10am-1pm
Join our Claire M. Hubbard Science Communication Interns for hands-on science exploration and fun. This month's Investigate activities will explore how art and science affect each other.
Admission: Included with admission | FREE for members
Education
On-Site Programs
Explore the museum and exhibits in-person
- Self-Guided Field Trips & Group Visits
- Educator Led Field Trip Programs
- Planetarium Shows
- UNL Class Visits
Distance Learning
Bring the museum directly to your classroom!
- Virtual Field Trips
- Science Chat Specials
- Museum Kits
- Educator Resources
MUELLER PLANETARIUM
Explore Science and the Universe
Mueller Planetarium is located inside Morrill Hall. Shows are available to the public on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with the exception of home football game days. Tickets may be purchased on site at Morrill Hall's front desk. Planetarium tickets do not include Morrill Hall admission, which is requried to access the planetarium.
Become a Member
Explore more, save more, experience more across all UNSM sites with a museum membership.
- Unlimited access to Morrill Hall, Ashfall Fossil Beds, Trailside Museum
- Discounts in the Discovery Gift Shop and Curious Curator Cafe
- Discounts on birthday parties, planetarium shows, camps, and ticketed events
- FREE access to monthly and annual events like Sunday with a Scientist and Dinosaurs & Disasters
- Reciprocal access to dozens of science centers across the U.S. through the ASTC Passport Program