Hefner Museum of Natural History
Oxford, OH 45056
Hours open
Monday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
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About the Business
The Hefner Museum of Natural History, located in Oxford, Ohio, United States, is a museum and tourist attraction dedicated to connecting visitors to nature both locally and globally. Through exhibits, collections, specimens, and interactive programs, the museum educates visitors of all ages about animal biodiversity, conservation, and ecology.
The museum is closed on Miami University holidays and will have special hours for events such as the Solar Eclipse. Visitors can also watch the annual Hefner Lecture presented by Dr. James W. Porter, a renowned scientist with expertise in coral, climate change, and human health connections.
Director Steve Sullivan's passion for museums as educational tools began at a young age, and he brings his experience in zoology, conservation biology, and museum operations to the institution. Carla Blackmar, with a background in communications, ecology, and design, works on creating exhibits and materials for the museum.
Located at various addresses in Ohio and Luxembourg, the Hefner Museum of Natural History invites visitors to explore and learn about the wonders of the natural world.
Reviews
"More of a collection than a museum, but it was neat to see the animals. The taxidermy large cats were especially impressive. They had a lot of their majesty still captured. They had a handful of items you could pick up and feel, such as a moose antler. Seems like they were working on some improvements. Staff was friendly and offered to answer questions. I wouldn't call it a destination but could be a fun stop if you're in the area."
"Cannot say enough about this FREE museum! It's so COMPLETELY extensive, and full of interesting, eye-popping, odd and amazing specimens - you could spend half a day here, even though it's not too large of a place! On a college campus, and it is handicap accessible. Talk to the Director-Steven for a fascinating tour where I promise - you WILL walk out wide-eyed about what he'll tell/show you about this great place and everything in it! Absolutely a must stop! Go and enjoy!"
"Definitely recommend going! We took a tour here with our homeschool group, and love it! It was very cool to see all the cool stuff they had and the staff were great at explaining what everything was! I definitely learned some fascinating things while here! I reckon end going!"
"The atmosphere was nice, decor was very outdoorsy. Five stars for the Feng Shui. Service, however, was slow and the food was frankly inedible. My taxidermy beaver was completely raw when I explicitly asked for medium rare."
"Stopped here between classes once with some friends, and I'd certainly recommened dropping by for anyone interested in zoology. A nice, free little museum with a good collection of animals, and some very interesting write-ups on many of them. Also has some very good displays."
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