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New Florida Museum gallery highlights state’s biodiversity, conservation

Jul 30, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History’s newest gallery exhibit uses 14 breathtaking photos of plants, animals, fossils … Continue

Darcie MacMahon, Florida Museum’s director of exhibits and public programs, announces retirement

Jun 18, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — After a decorated 35-year career at the Florida Museum of Natural History, Darcie MacMahon has announced her … Continue

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Scientific fun for all ages available at Florida Museum’s Family Discovery Camps

Jun 17, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Participate in scientific fun by attending one of the Florida Museum of Natural History’s Family Discovery Camps! … Continue

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Buzz over to the Florida Museum’s Pollinator Palooza with special beer, free plants

Jun 10, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Share a pint with the Florida Museum of Natural History and Earth’s pollinator pals at Pollinator Palooza … Continue

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Crawl, buzz or flutter to the Florida Museum’s new insects exhibit opening May 25

May 15, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The Florida Museum of Natural History’s latest special exhibit invites visitors to take an up-close look at … Continue

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Celebrate spring with new foliage at Florida Museum’s spring plant sale

Apr 11, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Join the Florida Museum of Natural History for a vibrant Earth Day weekend celebration at this year’s … Continue

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Uncover the Earth beneath your feet at Florida Museum’s 16th ‘Can You Dig It?’ event

Mar 27, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Steer clear of volcanic eruptions and discover what lies at the Earth’s core at the Florida Museum … Continue

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Dive into the opening celebration of the Florida Museum’s new permanent exhibit

Mar 18, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Tap into the Florida Museum of Natural History’s grand opening of its new, permanent exhibit, “Water Shapes … Continue

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Florida Museum’s new permanent water exhibit features glass-bottom-boat experience, refurbished cave

Feb 19, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Go with the flow in the Florida Museum of Natural History’s new permanent exhibit, “Water Shapes Florida,” … Continue

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Engage in fun activities with local scientists at Florida Museum’s Girls Do Science event

Feb 6, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Science lovers are invited to attend the free Girls Do Science event at the Florida Museum of … Continue

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