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Active military, families receive free admission through Sept. 2

May 20, 2019

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History is offering free admission to all fee-based exhibits for active-duty military … Continue

Climate and Culture

New gallery exhibit highlights effects of climate change on cultural sites

May 7, 2019

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida Museum of Natural History visitors can learn about climate change and its effects on global landmarks … Continue

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‘Crocs’ exhibit opening May 18 features live reptiles

Apr 30, 2019

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida Museum of Natural History visitors can learn about the original gator nation in the new “Crocs: … Continue

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Spring-themed PBS program to feature moth expert Akito Kawahara

Apr 26, 2019

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida Museum of Natural History moth expert Akito Kawahara will be featured in the Public Broadcasting Service’s … Continue

Mary White in South Florida exhibit

Volunteer sponsors summer camp registration for migrant students

Apr 10, 2019

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — When Mary White retired in 2003 after teaching for 20 years at Idylwild Elementary School in southwest … Continue

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Tedd Greenwald, Jim Grantham named 2019 volunteers of the year

Apr 5, 2019

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History recently recognized Tedd Greenwald and Jim Grantham as winners of the … Continue

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Elegance of Science art contest winners announced

Apr 4, 2019

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History and University of Florida Marston Science Library recognized the winners of … Continue

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‘Museum for Me’ event to be held for adults, children on autism spectrum

Mar 27, 2019

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History will open early for a sensory-friendly event designed for visitors on … Continue

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Butterfly plant sale, photo workshop set for April

Mar 22, 2019

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History will host its large spring plant sale and a special butterfly … Continue

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‘National Geographic Live’ programs set for March 23, April 18 at Phillips Center

Mar 20, 2019

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History and University of Florida Performing Arts are partnering to present “National … Continue

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