The Las Vegas Natural History Museum is a private, non-profit institution dedicated to educating children and families in the natural sciences, both past and present.
Through its interactive exhibits, educational programs, and the preservation of its collections, the Museum strives to instill an understanding and appreciation of the world’s wildlife, ecosystems and cultures.
Prehistoric Life Gallery
Children of all ages are struck with a sense of awe as they step past the 35-foot long Tyrannosaurus rex that lowers its head and roars at them! A Triceratops, ankylosaur, and a ferocious raptor give a further glimpse into the past. Also represented is the ichthyosaur, a gigantic marine reptile that swam in the waters of Nevada during the time of the dinosaurs.
Marine Life Gallery
Marine Life Gallery Visitors will get a feeling of being underwater in the Marine Life Gallery, painted in cool blue colors to resemble the ocean floor. Live sharks, stingrays, and eels occupy a 3,000-gallon tank while other colorful and fascinating creatures from the deep occupy additional jewel tanks. Life-size recreations of various species of sharks and fish hang from the ceilings and walls.
Live Animals
In addition to our marine life, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum in home to many terrestrial animal including Burmese pythons, tarantulas, scorpions, snakes and lizards.
African Gallery
The African Savanna exhibit presents the breathtaking beauty of the Serengeti, featuring a peaceful watering hole scene on one side and predator-prey relationships on the other.
The African Rainforest exhibit features the diverse life found in an African jungle.
With the push of a button, visitors can see and learn about the animals hidden in the trees and thick brush, and can experience a thunderstorm with rain and lightning.
The "Out of Africa" exhibit features recreations of three extinct African primates: Australopithecus afarensis, Homo habilis, and Homo erectus.
This exhibit is the only one of its kind in the state of Nevada, offering a unique educational experience to better understand prehistoric primates.
