Harvard Museum of Natural History
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Harvard Museum of Natural History

Harvard Square
1.5 - 2 hours

About This Exhibition

One of Harvard's hidden gems, this museum houses extraordinary collections covering biodiversity, evolution, minerals, and the natural world. The crown jewel is the Glass Flowers exhibit - over 4,000 scientifically accurate models of plants made entirely from glass by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka. Other highlights include dinosaur fossils, meteorites, rare minerals, and the Great Mammal Hall.

Exhibition Highlights

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Glass Flowers - 4,000+ botanical models in glass
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Dinosaur fossils and prehistoric creatures
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Mineral and gem collection with rare specimens
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Great Mammal Hall with taxidermy displays
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Climate change and biodiversity exhibits

Visitor's Advisory

  • 1.The Glass Flowers are unmissable - allow 30 minutes just for this
  • 2.Combined ticket with Peabody Museum available
  • 3.Great for families with children interested in dinosaurs
  • 4.Photography allowed without flash
  • 5.Visit the museum shop for unique science gifts
  • 6.Free entry for MA residents Sunday mornings

Arriving by Rail

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12 minute walk
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Plan Your Visit

Hours

Wed-Mon 9am-5pm, Closed Tuesday

Admission

$15 adults; $13 seniors; $10 students; Free for MA residents (Sun 9am-12pm)

Address

26 Oxford St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Best Time to Visit

Sunday mornings for free MA resident entry. Weekday afternoons less crowded.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible via ramp entrance on Divinity Avenue

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Curator's Note

“The gift shop, as always, is worth a visit for the discerning collector.”

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