The Biblical Museum of Natural History

The Biblical Museum of Natural History A hands-on museum of Torah and natural history for visitors of all ages!

The Biblical Museum of Natural History is a unique institution that is part zoo, part natural history museum, and part Jewish education center. It showcases the mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and insects of Scripture, as well as related zoological topics from the Talmud. The large species are exhibited as taxidermy specimens, while live exhibits are maintained for smaller species, and there

are also a large number of biological artifacts of religious significance. Through the exhibits, visitors learn how to identify the animals of Scripture, the symbolism of animals in Scripture and Midrash, lessons in Jewish values, law and history, and the natural history of the Land of Israel. "The Biblical Museum of Natural History connected us both to Nature and to Tanach (and Chazal) in ways our modern lives often don't allow. The tour also reminds us of the rich wildlife that used to roam Israel-- even as we celebrate the country's renewal and resettlement, a museum like this reminds us of a lost world, in which daily life could involve encounters with lions, bears, jackals, leopards, and more. It's Torah, it's Nature, it's an enjoyable, informative, and illuminating experience for family members of all ages!" - Rabbi Gidon Rothstein


מוזיאון הטבע התנ"כי הינו מוסד ייחודי שהוא בחלקו גן חיות, חלקו מוזיאון טבע, וגם מרכז חינוכי ייחודי. המוזיאון מציג את היונקים, ציפורים, זוחלים, דו-חיים, וחרקים המופיעים בתנ"ך, וכן את הנושאים הזואולוגיים המקבילים מן התלמוד. בעלי חיים גדולים מוצגים כפוחלצים, ובעלי חיים קטנים יותר מוצגים חיים. כמו כן ישנם גם ממצאים מן החי בעלי משמעות דתית. דרך המוצגים, לומדים המבקרים לזהות את חיות התנ"ך, הסמליות שבחיות התנ"ך והמדרש, תובנות בערכים, משפט והיסטוריה יהודיים- וכן בהיסטוריית הטבע של ארץ ישראל. מוזיאון הטבע התנ"כי מקבל מבקרים בתיאום מראש. סיור מודרך בין המוצגים תהיה חוויה נפלאה ומעניינת!

Well done to everyone who guessed correctly on the last Museum Mystery!The answer was… a crocodile! 🐊 Did you know that ...
23/06/2026

Well done to everyone who guessed correctly on the last Museum Mystery!

The answer was… a crocodile! 🐊

Did you know that crocodiles can't stick their tongues out? A special membrane holds their tongue in place at the roof of their mouth, which helps keep water out when they submerge or snap their jaws underwater!

Think you can guess this next one? Comment your answer and tag a friend to challenge them!

Answer will be posted with next week’s Museum Mystery

🦎 Love animals? Looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer? Join our volunteer team! 🦅The Biblical Museum of Natu...
22/06/2026

🦎 Love animals? Looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer? Join our volunteer team! 🦅

The Biblical Museum of Natural History is opening its doors for new volunteers (ages 15+), and we want you to be a part of the family!

What’s in it for you?

- Get up close and personal with incredible animals.

- Work in a unique, vibrant, and fun environment.

- Volunteer hours can be used for "מחויבות אישית" (High School Community Service)!

🗓 Training Session: Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 16:30.

📧 Ready to join? Email us at [email protected] for more details and to register.

Don't miss out on making this summer unforgettable. See you there! 🌟

Looking for the ultimate summer family experience? Get closer than you ever imagined to the incredible live animals and ...
22/06/2026

Looking for the ultimate summer family experience? Get closer than you ever imagined to the incredible live animals and creatures of the Bible!

❄️ Fully Air-Conditioned — Beat the summer heat while having unforgettable family fun!
📍 Convenient Location — Right next to Beit Shemesh, with easy access from Jerusalem, Gush Etzion, and surrounding areas.

🚨 BOOK IN ADVANCE! Summer tours fill up incredibly quickly.

🎟️ Reserve your tour today at biblicalnaturalhistory.org or call us at 073-213-1662!



21/06/2026

Share your favourite nature fact in the comments for a chance to see it featured in next week’s Fun Facts!

A "Bite" of Biblical Nature in Parshat Chukat🐍Venomous snakes – specifically, vipers (called “serafim, the burning ones”...
19/06/2026

A "Bite" of Biblical Nature in Parshat Chukat🐍

Venomous snakes – specifically, vipers (called “serafim, the burning ones” in Biblical Hebrew) – appear in this week’s Torah portion. They are the tool that God uses to punish the Israelites for their endless complaints. Perhaps this is to teach a lesson.

Unlike predators such as lions, snakes don’t bite people in order to benefit by eating them – venomous snakes are much too small to eat people. Instead, snakes kill people because they (usually mistakenly) think that the person is going to kill them. Thus, the damage of snakebite is one that symbolizes great damage at no real benefit. And the venom of vipers is a hemotoxic cell-destroying venom which burns like fire as it spreads. As such, the viper bites symbolize the useless negativity in which the people were engaged, which spreads destructively like a fire.

Shabbat Shalom from all of us!

Well done to everyone who guessed correctly on the last Museum Mystery! 🧠🏆The answer was… an ostrich! 🪶An ostrich’s eye ...
18/06/2026

Well done to everyone who guessed correctly on the last Museum Mystery! 🧠🏆

The answer was… an ostrich! 🪶

An ostrich’s eye is bigger than its entire brain! 👀 It has the largest eyes of any land animal.

Can you guess this next photo?

👇 DROP YOUR GUESS TO FIND OUT & TAG A FRIEND TO TEST THEM! 👇

Answer will be posted with the next Museum Mystery

17/06/2026

Newly hatched birds are called chicks, baby dogs are known as puppies, and little cows are called calves.

But what is a baby mouse called? Or a fresh-out-of-the-egg gecko? Or a too cute baby chinchilla?

Leave your guesses in the comments and let us know - which baby animal do YOU think is the cutest?

Make your Sherut Leumi an adventure. 🐍🌾At the Biblical Museum of Natural History, your Sherut Leumi is all about connect...
17/06/2026

Make your Sherut Leumi an adventure. 🐍🌾

At the Biblical Museum of Natural History, your Sherut Leumi is all about connection - connecting people to nature, to ancient history, and to the Land of Israel through amazing interactive experiences.

If you want a hands-on role where every single day is different, energetic, and fun, we want you on our team!

👉 Don't wait! Reach out to Judy at [email protected] to learn how you can join us for a meaningful year ahead.

#שירותלאומי #שירותלאומיאזרחי

Curiosity has no age limit! This summer, bring the grandparents, the kids, and everyone in between to experience Biblica...
16/06/2026

Curiosity has no age limit! This summer, bring the grandparents, the kids, and everyone in between to experience Biblical wildlife like never before.

Why visit us this summer?

✅ Beat the heat in our fully air-conditioned halls! ❄️
✅ Hands-on, interactive live animal encounters 🦅
✅ A thrilling experience tailored for all ages 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

⚠️ Summer slots are flying by! Secure your spot today.

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to book your tour, or call 073-213-1662! 📞

15/06/2026

Join a unique summer program for ages 9–13 at the Biblical Museum of Natural History:

🦎 Scales & Tails

🦆 Feathers & Flight

🐾 Fur & Claws

Meet amazing animals up close, take part in feeding and animal care activities, go behind the scenes, and discover the museum in a whole new way!

📅 Dates:

• July 7, 2026 | 2:00–5:30 PM
• July 15, 2026 | 2:00–5:30 PM
• July 21, 2026 | 2:00–5:30 PM

💰 Pricing:

• ₪360 for the full program (all 3 sessions)
• ₪150 for a single session
• 10% Family discount for the second child and beyond (for the same activity)

👧👦 Ages 9–13

📍 Biblical Museum of Natural History, Beit Shemesh

Space is limited – Register now to save your spot.

Address

Corner Hoshen And Topaz
Bet Shemesh
9906118

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 12:00
Sunday 09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

073‑213‑1662

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