New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

Introduction to the Museum

Neighboring the Albuquerque Museum on the outskirts of Old Town, this museum educates visitors on billions of years of natural history. Highlights include the display on the Jurassic era that features life-size replicas of dinosaur skeletons, and "The Hall of the Stars," which attempts to explain how the night sky is organized via a tapestry that's equipped with UV reactive thread. Along with several temporary exhibits, the museum is home to a planetarium and a 3D movie theater.

Visitors' Experience

Recent visitors praised the museum's artifacts and exhibits, especially the animatronic dinosaur in the entrance, and said its informative displays have the ability to engage a variety of visitors (even children).

Hours of Operation and Admission Fees

The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is open Wednesday to Monday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and youth ages 13 to 17, $5 for children between the ages of 3 and 12 and free for children 2 and younger. Tickets for 3D movies and planetarium access will cost you a bit more.

Getting There

Several bus stops service the Old Town area, including the Albuquerque Rapid Transit Red Line. For more information, check out the museum's website.