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NM Museum of Natural History Foundation Our mission is to advance the cultural and scientific programs and purposes of the New Mexico Museum It also leases the café space to the museum cafe.

The Foundation runs all of the entrepreneurial enterprises in the Museum including the NatureWorks Discovery Store, the Membership Program, and the Verus Research DynaTheater. A visit to the Museum will allow you to explore natural history topics in a supportive and fun atmosphere. You will discover the exciting world of super scientists at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and become a paleontologist when you search for fossils. Travel deep into a volcano, blast off into space, explore the vastness of the universe in the Planetarium, learn about the beginning of the personal computer, experience a cave with bats and stalagmite formations and study the exciting New Mexico reptiles and amphibians of today and long ago. Our community supporters continue the mission of improving the Museum visitor’s experience through their numerous donations of money, time and expertise. The Foundation Board works to develop dynamic programs and services to fit the ever-changing needs of our community and audience.

10/05/2026

Another year, another successful TyRun!
A few highlights from a day full of dinosaurs, miles, and community. Thank you to everyone who joined us. We’ll see you next year!

10/05/2026

Puzzle and books. Books and puzzles!
This is the last set of items now featured in our store for a limited time!

Come on down and enjoy all the museum has to offer as we celebrate the 2026 Balloon Fiesta!

10/03/2026

Balloon fiesta is in full swing and we are excited about our states yearly tradition! More new items are popping up in the store. Featuring more works from local New Mexican artist Jen Fox // artist

🎉 FREE MUSEUM DAY! 🦖Thanks to the generous support of New Mexico Mutual, New Mexico residents can visit the New Mexico M...
10/02/2026

🎉 FREE MUSEUM DAY! 🦖

Thanks to the generous support of New Mexico Mutual, New Mexico residents can visit the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science FREE on Sunday, October 11!

Come spend the day exploring dinosaurs, fossils, space science, New Mexico’s incredible natural history, and Animal Armor — all included with your free Museum admission.

Sunday, October 11
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
FREE admission for New Mexico residents
Animal Armor exhibit included!

Verus Research DynaTheater movies and Planetarium powered by Meta shows are available for an additional charge.

A huge THANK YOU to New Mexico Mutual for making this special day possible and helping more New Mexicans experience our incredible Museum.

Bring the family, invite your friends, and come explore with us!

10/01/2026

We've heard your pleas. And apparently so did Nintendo.

More info arriving soon. This is gonna be awesome!

09/30/2026

We are so excited for the Balloon fiesta to start this weekend! Cant wait to see all the people from across the world visit our museum. We hope you all enjoy!

With a new fiesta comes new items in our store! Featuring works from local New Mexican artist Jen Fox // artist

TyRUNnosaurus is just ONE DAY away and the weather forecast looks great!There’s still time to register and join us tomor...
09/26/2026

TyRUNnosaurus is just ONE DAY away and the weather forecast looks great!

There’s still time to register and join us tomorrow at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science!

Every registered participant receives:

👕 A FREE TyRUNnosaurus T-shirt
🏅 A finisher medal
🎟️ FREE Museum admission on race day
🛍️ 10% off in the Museum gift shop when you show your race bib
❤️ The chance to support the Foundation and the work we do for our beloved Museum!

We’ll also have an Inflatable Dino Dash and costume contests for both kids and adults, so break out your best prehistoric look. 🦖🦕

Register today and join us tomorrow!

https://runsignup.com/Race/NM/Albuquerque/TyRUNnosaurusRun

Exciting news - we have an app!
09/09/2026

Exciting news - we have an app!

09/08/2026

TyRun 2026 is in just a few weeks! We are so excited to see all of you amazing runners out there. With several races to choose from, for all ages, we are ready to see what you got! You can still register on the NM Natural History Foundation Website.

🦖 Run. Stomp. ROAR. for science! 🏃‍♀️🧑‍🦽 🏃‍♂️The TyRUNnosaurus 5K is back Sunday, September 27! Run, walk, bring the fam...
08/31/2026

🦖 Run. Stomp. ROAR. for science! 🏃‍♀️🧑‍🦽 🏃‍♂️
The TyRUNnosaurus 5K is back Sunday, September 27! Run, walk, bring the family, wear your best dinosaur gear—and help support the New Mexico Museum of Natural History Foundation.
Every registration helps us support science, education, and discovery at New Mexico’s natural history museum.

🦕 Come for the dinosaurs.
🏃 Stay for the fun.
🔬 Run for science.

Sign up today and join the herd!

https://runsignup.com/Race/NM/Albuquerque/TyRUNnosaurusRun

Address

1801 Mountain Road NW
Albuquerque, NM
87104

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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+15058412801

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