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Museum of Natural and Cultural History — Eugene, Oregon

Photo: Visitor7, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons. The museum entrance building with its salmon sculpture and banners.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History in Eugene: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Adults $7; Seniors (62+) and Youths (3-18) $5; Families (up to 2 adults + 4 youths) $14.
Address1680 East 15th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97403
HoursWednesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Thursday until 8:00 p.m.; closed Monday-Tuesday
PricesAdults $7; Seniors (62+) and Youths (3-18) $5; Families (up to 2 adults + 4 youths) $14
Price notesChildren 2 and under, UO and LCC students/faculty/staff, museum members, and veterans/active-duty military are free. EBT (Oregon Trail Card) admission is $1 individual / $5 family - see Perks in the report.
Age notesThe museum's own visit page prices youths 3-18 and admits children 2 and under free; exhibits cover natural and cultural history for all ages.
BookingWalk-up admission; no reservation requirement stated on the visit page.
Suggested timeAbout 2 hours
ParkingSmall lot 34A next to the museum (request a parking pass inside; ADA spaces there); metered street parking on 15th Avenue; UO day pass $8; UO lots free on weekends when there are no sporting events.
Hours in detailPer-day detail from the museum's official visit page (fetched this pass): Wed-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm, Thu until 8:00pm; closed Mon-Tue.
Tickets & bookingWalk-up admission; no reservation requirement stated on the visit page (data.json).
ParkingSmall lot 34A next to the museum - park, then immediately enter the museum to request a parking pass; ADA spots are in the same lot and use the same pass process. Metered street parking on 15th Avenue; free time-limited parking a few blocks' walk away. UO day pass $8 for the nearest lots (B East, Zone B Daily). UO lots are free on weekends when there are no sporting events. Bicycle racks at the main entrance; LTD transit serves the campus (official visit page fetched this pass).
Official tipsAdmission to the Museum Store is always free, without museum admission (official visit page fetched this pass).
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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.