Archaeology: Willamette Valley Redware Project

The archaeological research division is working on something exciting!

Summer 2024 wrap-up! At home and across the state

Summer 2024 at the museum was vibrant, educational, and a whole lot of fun.

Collections: Explore the Collections Galleries

The museum has over 150,000 items in its care, spanning paleontological, anthropological, and zoological collections.

Volunteer Spotlight: Mary Smith

Volunteer Spotlight: Mary Smith

Volunteer SpotlightMary Smith How long have you been volunteering with the museum? I have been volunteering since 2006! What’s your favorite part of being a volunteer? I have two favorite things. Number one is that I get to learn about all kinds of things. I love...

From the Director: Inclusive Stories

From the Director: Inclusive Stories

People come to museums like ours to learn about our collective past, present, and future. But museums have not always made everyone feel welcome. We’re working to change that.

From the Director: Museums Can Save the World

From the Director: Museums Can Save the World

I am thrilled to connect with you and share some of the highlights during my first few months as the executive director of the University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History.