Texas Memorial Museum, Texas Natural Science Center

Rooted in the resources and reputation of The University of Texas at Austin, the Texas Natural Science Center (TNSC) works to encourage awareness and appreciation of the interplay of the biological, geological and environmental forces that affect your world.

Texas Memorial Museum, Texas Natural Science Center’s exhibit hall, is open to the public and admission is FREE. Exhibits focus on fossils and prehistoric life; native Texas wildlife; gems, minerals and meteorites; and biological evolution. Texas Natural Science Center hosts a variety of programs for children and adults throughout the year. With guided tours, teacher training, weekend family programs, special exhibit openings, and events like Family Fossil Fun Day, there’s something for everyone.

Location

2400 Trinity St (map it)

Hours

Monday–Thursday, 9 am–5 pm; Friday, 9 am–4:45 pm, Saturday, 10 am–4:45 pm; Sunday, 1–4:45 pm; closed on major holidays