Excavator Tour
The Excavator Tour explores the Fossil Lab where real paleontologists work, our historic excavation sites, and Project 23, where live excavations can be seen.
daily
T. REX 3D Film
In the Commons Theater, see T. REX 3D which animates the life of T. Rex, including NHM’s own Thomas the T. Rex, in this all-new, family-friendly film. Narrated by Sam Neill of Jurassic Park fame, T. REX 3D offers a thrilling, immersive experience.
weekly
Daily showtimes vary. See ticket checkout to view available times.
Ocean Paradise 3D Film
Journey to remote Pacific atolls in this stunning new short film that reveals the beauty, history, and fragility of some of the world’s most pristine marine ecosystems.
Titans of the Ice Age 3D
Journey to a world lost in time, buried in ice, and ruled by giants. In this exciting 3D adventure, narrated by Christopher Plummer, discover an icy world on the brink of extinction, where humans share the frozen tundra with majestic beasts.
Tiny Giants Film
Discover the hidden worlds beneath our feet in this family-friendly film that follows a brave chipmunk on a big adventure through a miniature wilderness.
Discoveries From the Tar Pits
Join a Museum Educator to hear about exciting discoveries from the Tar Pits! These 20-minute presentations highlight what we can learn at the Tar Pits, followed by a Q&A opportunity. Topics are always changing.
3:30 pm daily: Meet at the Fossil Lab 11 am Sat./Sun.: Meet at the flagpole outside Museum *Canceled 10/11
Fierce! The Story of Cats
Unleash your curiosity in this exciting, hands-on, immersive experience that brings you face-to-face with the world of cats.
through 02/18/26
Open 9:30 am–5 pm