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We’ve made significant changes to better ensure the health and safety of our guests, including a new online ticketing and reservations system for entering the Museum. Starting July 17, the Museum is once again open to everyone.
Open: Wed. - Sun. (Closed Monday and Tuesday) 10am-5pm*
*Open to Members at 9am
Group Rates | Durham Community Days
Members: Free General (ages 13-65): $23 Seniors (ages 65+): $21 Children (ages 3-12): $18 Children 2 & under: Free
*Subject to 7.5% sales tax on admission fees
Use this handy map to guide you straight to the Museum of Life and Science. If you're using your own GPS, use the following address. 433 W. Murray Avenue, Durham, NC 27704
80% of the Museum’s annual operating costs of $7 million are funded by people like you.
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In a rapidly changing world and at a time of unprecedented challenges, we open minds to the power of science to help tackle big problems and make the world a better place. Join us to explore 84 acres of open-ended science and nature experiences designed to spark imagination, creativity, and new ways of thinking about our world.
Meet some new friends and learn about farm animal life
Step Into the Late Cretaceous Period
Check out this highly-endangered species up close
Explore how human and natural forces shape our planet
WE'RE OPEN! We’ve made big changes to help protect the health and safety of our guests. Learn more.
Mask policy update: North Carolina and Durham County now require visitors age five and up to wear masks at the Museum at all times, indoor and outdoor, unless actively eating and drinking. Learn more.
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What you need to know
Thu 3 11:00 AM - 11:05 AM
Butterfly Release
Thu 3 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Meet the Keeper
Thu 3 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Meet the Insect Keeper
Thu 3 3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Thu 3 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Snake and Alligator Feeding