Photos of a fossil foot, yellow and green bird, crystal, and an animal skill with tusks

History, Science and Culture

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The University of Arkansas Museum preserves more than 7.5 million objects that fascinate all types of learners, from researchers and classes to hobbyists and children. The collection facility is open by appointment for individuals or groups, but there are many other ways you can explore the museum and participate in activities.

University faculty may request loans of specimens for their classes or arrange to bring their classes to the museum facility for a visit. Specimens and documentation are available for comparative and research purposes by faculty, qualified students and visiting scholars. We also fulfill our public service and outreach mission through community engagement programs and loans to other institutions.

Quartz cluster.

Choose your own adventure as you take a virtual tour of the Museum with staff and volunteers.

Museum volunteer making notes on specimens in jars.

Volunteer for projects and events.

Curator giving tour in Museum Collections Facility.

Schedule a tour or class visit to the collections facility or submit a research request.

College students holding tote bags they decorated with fossil patterns at Museum activity.

Participate in activities listed on the Museum calendar.

Highlights

Highlights of the museum include a meteor that fell to earth near Fayetteville in 1934, preserved animal skins, a 185-million-year-old crocodilian specimen, quartz and geology specimens, Native American pottery and artifacts, and Razorback memorabilia.


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