Welcome to the Delaware Museum of Natural History
Our mission: to investigate nature and science, preserve and interpret our collections, conduct scientific research, and inspire people of all ages to a lifetime of exploration and discovery. Through this mission, we strive to achieve our purpose: to help develop a caring society that respects and values our planet.
Bringing the Museum to you with online videos, programs, and activities.
On Exhibit
On Exhibit
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Animal Ambassadors
The Museum's Animal Ambassadors What would you expect [...]
Mini-Museum online diorama exhibition
Let's open a mini-museum! Tap into your creative side [...]
Extinct wonder recreated by local artist’s Elephant Bird mural
This egg, from the extinct elephant bird, [...]
Fishy Behavior: Modeling a snack for a Giant Squid
Fishy Behavior: Modeling a snack for a Giant Squid [...]
Plan your visit
Museum Hours
The Museum building is temporarily closed. As of Monday, June 1, our Museum’s outdoor campus is open for exploration.
Upcoming Events
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Fantasy Fridays: Rapunzel Explores the World Outside
June 12 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm -
Fantasy Fridays: Iced Out Science
June 26 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm -
Fantasy Fridays: Books, Inventions, and Discoveries
July 10 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm -
Family Fun Day
July 18 @ 9:30 am - 2:00 pm -
Fantasy Fridays: Superhero Spider Senses
July 24 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Thanks to our generous sponsors
