Discover Your World
Welcome to the Peabody Museum of Natural History!
We're home to ten scientific collections that tell the story of our Earth, its life, history and cultures. Our exhibitions, events and educational programs have enriched the Yale and New Haven communities, and beyond, since 1866. Through our doors you'll share in the discoveries of generations of scientists and adventurers past, present and future.
Featured Exhibitions & Programs
Research Spotlight
Thursday, May 6
Research Spotlight: Webinar
Exploring Leaf Form Diversity in the Mountains of Mexico
Join Ph.D. candidate Morgan Moeglein as she introduces a fascinating example of Viburnum leaf types having evolved independently and repeatedly, at different times and places, throughout the Americas.
Thursday, May 6 at 3:00 pm
Peabody Science Café
Monday, May 10
Online Discussion
Peabody Science Café
Life on Other Planets
In this second of our two-part series, we explore the possibility of life beyond Earth with questions such as, "Are there other planets likely to support life in the universe?"
Monday, May 10, 2021 at 7:00 pm
Adult Art Classes
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Ongoing
Adult Art Classes
Programs in Natural Science Illustration
Join us for our unique art classes and workshops! Select from a wide range of nature-themed drawing and painting classes to help capture your love of nature.
Peabody@Home
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Online Digital Resources
Peabody@Home
Our doors may be closed right now, but we’re opening windows into the many digital resources available here at the Peabody and across the internet. Experience our new repository for digital resources, educational tools, and interesting online curiosities of the Peabody Museum!
Explore the Peabody
Visit
Visit
Explore the 4.5-billion-year history of the Earth and its life, all under one roof. From mummies and mastodons to dinosaurs and diamonds, there's something fascinating around every corner of the Peabody. Come see for yourself!
Yale Students
Yale Students
The Peabody is YOUR natural history museum. Join our community today.
Study Gallery
Our new exhibition enriches Yale courses each semester specimens and artifacts from our collections.
Learn moreCollections & Research
Collections & Research
Explore the vast collections and cutting-edge research of the Peabody Museum, or search the database for over 8.5 million objects.
School & Group Visits
School & Group Visits
Learn about our many offerings and schedule your field trip here. Field trip planning made easy.
Register todayBirthday Parties
Birthday Parties
Join us for a birthday party your child will remember at one of the premier university natural history museums in the world.
Register todayBecome a Member
Become a Member
Our membership program is currently on hiatus during the renovation. Stay connected by following us on social media, signing up for our email list, and supporting the Peabody with a tax-deductible donation.
Museum Store
Museum Store
Shop the Peabody Museum store online and find something for every natural history lover!
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Support
Donate to the Peabody
Thanks to donors like you, the Peabody Museum is able to pursue its mission of advancing our understanding of earth’s history and sharing the results of this research with the widest possible audience.
Hours & Admission
Peabody Museum Operating HoursThe Peabody Museum is closed for renovation.
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
12 pm – 5 pm
CLOSED
10 am – 5 pm
10 am – 5 pm
10 am – 5 pm
10 am – 5 pm
10 am – 5 pm
Openings subject to inclement weather and holiday schedules.
Please check our admissions page for more information.