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How much does Harvard Museum of Natural History cost?

Standard adult admission to Harvard Museum of Natural History is $20. Seniors 65+ $18; non-Harvard students with ID $15; youth 3-18 $15; under 3 free; Harvard ID holders free plus one guest; HMSC and Harvard Art Museums members free. Free for Massachusetts residents (proof required) every Sunday 9:00 am-12:00 pm and Wednesdays 3:00 pm-5:00 pm; also free for Massachusetts K-12 teachers, EBT/WIC cardholders plus up to 5 guests, ASTC Passport members and active-duty US military (Blue Star). US veterans get $3 off. Admission includes the adjoining Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology. Tickets are sold only at the admissions desk and museum shop.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Harvard Museum of Natural History?

Harvard Museum of Natural History is open Open daily 9:00 am-5:00 pm. Closed 25-26 November 2026 (Thanksgiving eve and Thanksgiving), 24-27 December 2026 and 1 January 2027. Opens late at 11:00 am on 10 September 2026, 17 November 2026, 25 February 2027 and 25 May 2027; closes early at 3:00 pm on 12 January 2027.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Harvard Museum of Natural History?

Harvard Museum of Natural History is located at 26 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, United States, in the Harvard Square, Cambridge area of Boston. The nearest station is Harvard (MBTA Red Line) - about a 10-minute walk (0.4 miles).

What can I see at Harvard Museum of Natural History?

פרחי זכוכית, מינרלים מרהיבים ולווייתנים התלויים מעל: 16 גלריות של נפלאות טבע באוניברסיטת Harvard, במרחק עשר דקות הליכה מ-Harvard Square. Current highlights include לאסוף פלאים: תגליות המחר (Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow's Discoveries), Great Mammal Hall, לשחות עם כרישים: צלילה לעומק הביולוגיה וההתנהגות של כרישים (Swimming with Sharks: A Deep Dive into Shark Biology and Behavior).

Do I need to book Harvard Museum of Natural History in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Harvard Museum of Natural History?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.