Alabama Museum of Natural History

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The Alabama Museum of Natural History is the state's oldest natural history museum and is essential to learning and quality of life at The University of Alabama. #RollTide

Thank you to everyone who visited "Alabama Fossil Fest" this year at the Alabama Museum of Natural History! We had a record-making 520 people in attendance! We're grateful for our tabling partners and volunteers for your time and expertise. We hope everyone had a jaw-some time!

Person examining rocks and fossils on a red table using a magnifying glass. Other people can be seen in the background near stairs.A large whale fossil skeleton is displayed in the center of a spacious museum hall with tall white columns. People are gathered around the exhibit, engaging with various displays and activities. The museum has multiple levels, with visitors on both the ground floor and an upper balcony.A colorful cartoon depiction of shark with fairy wings, a crown, and a wand stands on a bright red surface. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an indoor setting. photo description available.Two individuals sit at a table covered with large rock slabs and engage with children. Display boards with images and text are in the background. The setting appears educational.

Field tested and paleontologist approved! Check out our new whale-y cool hats in the Alabama Museum of Natural History gift shop. We have this style in UA red and khaki. Hurry and grab one before they go extinct! Shout out to The Logo Station for helping our vision come to life!

A person is using a sieve to sort through soil and rocks, holding small fossils over it. They are wearing a cap with "Alabama Museum of Natural History" and a T-shirt with "Big Bend Wildlife Sanctuary" printed on it.

Heroes aren’t born. They’re built. Join us at the Alabama Museum of Natural History on February 21 from 1-4:00 p.m. for “Family Day at the Museum”! This is a free hands-on exploration of subjects being studied by The University of Alabama’s Graduate Students. Video: UA Student Anna Mullins

Looking for something Marsh-velous to do this weekend? Visit the Alabama Museum of Natural History on February 21 from 1-4 p.m. for “Family Day”! This event is a free hands-on exploration of subjects studied by The University of Alabama’s Graduate Students. Video: UA Student Anna Mullins

Don’t be invisible and see us at the Alabama Museum of Natural History this February 21 from 1-4:00 p.m. for “Family Day at the Museum”! This event is a free and family-friendly hands-on exploration of subjects being studied by The University of Alabama’s Graduate Students. Video: Anna Mullins

“Family Day at the Museum” at the Alabama Museum of Natural History is going to be terrific! Join us on February 21 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.! Enjoy a free hands-on exploration of subjects being studied by The University of Alabama’s Graduate Students. Video: UA Student Anna Mullins

Activate your Spider-Sense with us during "Family Day at the Museum" on February 21 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.! Enjoy a free hands-on exploration of subjects being studied by The University of Alabama's Graduate Students. Video Created by UA Student Anna Mullins

Our Education Intern, Sydney Garthus, interacted with fellow University of Alabama students to help them "fish for love"! This outreach opportunity celebrates Sydney's upcoming exhibit, "Drawn from the Water", which will be on display today through April 3 at the Alabama Museum of Natural History!

A person stands next to an orange, fish-themed booth labeled "Museum." The booth features large, cartoonish eyes. Various colorful buttons are displayed on top. A table next to the booth holds a water bottle and a blue item. The setting appears to be indoors.A toy fishing rod with a bright blue handle and yellow shaft is placed on a red surface next to a glass jar containing preserved fish. A woven basket filled with colorful toy fish is visible in the background.Illustrated postcards depicting colorful fish, including species like the Pumpkinseed Sunfish, displayed on a red surface.Two people are engaging in a playful fishing game at an indoor event. One is holding a toy fishing rod, interacting with a colorful exhibit. In the background, there are tables with display items and decorations. The setting appears lively and festive.

#OnThisDay 70 years ago, Autherine Lucy took the first steps towards a more equitable education. Smith Hall and the Alabama Museum of Natural History stood witness to this historic moment and our installation offers a portal between 1956 and 2026. These images will be on view beginning February 6.