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PUBLIC TOURS

These tours highlight the Museum's collections and begin at the entrance to the Akeley Hall of African Mammals, second floor. Daily, 10:15 and 11:15am, and 12:15, 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15pm.

Fossil Explainer Schedule

Fossil Explainers - identified by a red button - staff the fourth floor to answer questions about fossils and paleontology.

Earth and Space Explainers - identified by a purple button - staff the Rose Center and the Meteorites, Minerals & Gem halls to answer questions about astronomy and geology.

Monday - Friday, 1-5pm
Saturday and Sunday, 10am - 5pm