Exhibits:
 NOW OPEN:Bizarre Beasts A new permament exhibit Sneak peaks: JournalStar.com | Omaha.com Created by artist Gary Staab of Staab Studios, Inc., this dramatic exhibit takes visitors on a journey back in time as they explore the forces that caused some of planet Earth's most strange creatures to adapt to different environments--and ultimately become extinct. Interactive displays showcase cast skeletons and life-size models of natural oddities. The bizarre beasts include dinosaurs, armored fish, a giant flying reptile, an ancient helicoprion, and much more. |
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New temporary exhibit opening soon: Charlie and Kiwi's Evolutionary Adventure Open May 30-Sept. 14, 2012 Charlie and Kiwi's Evolutionary Adventure offers an engaging story, exhibits, and activities that introduce visitors to the basics of evolution. The exhibit is seen through the eyes of Charlie, a young boy who is writing a report about his favorite bird--the kiwi. Live birds will be on display to help visitors understand the link between dinosaurs and modern birds. Charlie & Kiwi Resources: Fact Sheets | Teacher's Guide Key Concepts About Evolution | Background Information | Interactive Game |
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New temporary exhibit: Minerals and Meteorites Open through November 2013 News release » See a spectacular display of rare minerals and meteorites in the museum's Cooper Gallery in April. The exhibit will showcase Earth's incredible diversity of minerals and meteorite treasures from the collections of the UNL Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, the Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, as well as private donors. |
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First Peoples of the Plains: Traditions of Land & Sky More » | News release » A new exhibit celebrates Native American cultures of the past and present by exploring their enduring traditions on the Great Plains. Portraits by award-winning photographer Don Doll, S.J. Along with the exhibit, see striking portraits of Native American children in traditional regalia. |
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Highway Paleontology Program 50th Anniversary Exhibit Full text » | NewsNetNebraska Video » The Museum and Nebraska Department of Roads celebrate a unique partnership with a special exhibit highlighting spectacular fossil finds salvaged over the last five decades through Nebraska's Highway Paleontology Program, a collaborative effort between the state agencies. The exhibit features rare specimens, including the remains of a six-foot-tall flightless bird, a 40-foot-long plesiosaur, a lion 25 percent larger than the modern African lion, and a giant land tortoise. |
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Weapons Throughout Time
More »This popular exhibit has returned. It highlights objects from the museum's collection of hunting, fighting, and ceremonial weapons. From prehistoric stone arrow points used in the Great Plains to World War I firearms to African hunting spears used in the 20th century, explore the technology and cultural influences found in these weapons used throughout history and across world cultures. |
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Mountain Lion installed in Hall of Nebraska Wildlife Read more »
Morrill Hall's very first mountain lion has been installed in the Niobrara Diorama in the Hall of Nebraska Wildlife. Thanks to the devoted fundraising efforts of the Friends of the State Museum, the Museum was able to complete the first stage of renovation of the Niobrara Diorama. The new star of the scene, of course, is the mountain lion that was graciously transferred to the State Museum by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission under the auspices of the Nebraska Mountain Lion Response Plan. |
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Explore Evolution
Explore Evolution exhibit » | News release »Explore Evolution is a major new partnership forged between science museums and 4-H organizations to bring current research on evolution to the public. The project features the work of scientists who are making leading discoveries about the evolution of life. From rapidly evolving HIV to whales that walked, the public is invited to explore evolution in organisms ranging from the very smallest to the largest. |
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