Other Campus Museums

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Check out these other destinations on campus.

Miami University Art Museum Building Art Museum
Patterson Avenue
513-529-2232

Miami University Art Museum BuildingLimper Geology Museum
8 Shideler Hall
513-529-3220

Miami University Art Museum Building The Natural Areas
513-524-2197

Miami University Art Museum Building McGuffey Museum
410 E. Spring Street
513-529-8380

Plan Your Next Visit

Bring your class or group to the Hefner Museum of Natural History! Our programs are FREE, and we welcome both formal and informal learning groups . Our knowledgeable staff will guide your students as they explore our galleries and exhibits, participate in hands-on, inquiry-based activities, and experience the thrill of discovery as they take part in age-appropriate scavenger hunts. We have established programs for preK-12 students, or we can tailor a program to match your specific curriculum requirements. All programs and activities align to Ohio educational standards.

Schedule a Field Trip

To schedule a field trip, please complete our Field Trip Interest form or contact Julia Robinson, robins48@miamioh.edu or call 513-529-4618. Your trip will be confirmed via email.

We strive to improve our programs and services and invite you to complete an Evaluation after your visit.

Educational Resources

Please see Educational Resources to learn how you can take advantage of our Discovery Trunks, specimen loans, inquiry lessons, and more.

Cecilia Berg Center for Environmental Education

The Cecilia Berg Center for Environmental Education is a comprehensive natural science education resource that enables learners of all disciplines—from pre-schoolers to university students to retirees—to understand their connections to the natural world in age-appropriate ways.  We train and certify undergraduates in the most current and innovative, inquiry-based educational methods and develop and host standards-based, turn-key curricula.  In partnership with Hefner Museum of Natural History, we supply educational kits including authentic and replica specimens accompanied by teacher guides, host tours, and lead experiential learning opportunities.