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We look forward to welcoming you to Museum of the Rockies and providing you with an enriching and memorable experience.

Museum of the Rockies (MOR) welcomes members and visitors daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., offering a captivating experience for all. However, it is important to note that there are exceptions to these hours.

Primary Exhibition Update: We are currently preparing for the arrival of Under a Common Sky, a new American Indian exhibition that will serve as the primary replacement for the former Enduring Peoples American Indian exhibition. In the interim, we are featuring a temporary photographic display, The Northern Pacific Railroad by Ron V. Nixon, as a placeholder until the new exhibition opens.

Changing Exhibition Update: This area is temporarily closed to uninstall SUE and install Jane. Please take advantage of a complimentary Taylor Planetarium show due to this temporary closure. 

MOR remains open throughout the year except for a few select days. Please be aware that the museum will close annually on January 1, October 1, November 25, and December 25. The museum will close at 3 p.m. on December 24. It is advisable to plan your visit accordingly and confirm the museum's availability on specific dates, as the days the museum is open and its hours of operation may be subject to change throughout the year.

In addition to the main museum, MOR encompasses other exciting attractions such as the Museum Store, Taylor Planetarium, and Explore Yellowstone in the Martin Children's Discovery Center. These venues operate at different hours from the main museum.

For detailed information regarding their operating hours, we recommend visiting the Plan Your Visit page, where you will find comprehensive information to plan your visit.

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About MOR

Museum of the Rockies is a distinguished cultural and natural history institution situated in Bozeman, Montana. The museum operates as an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and a college-level division of Montana State University. The museum proudly carries the distinction of being a Smithsonian Affiliate and serves as a vital repository for state and federal fossils.

Renowned worldwide, MOR is hailed as a premier destination for those seeking an immersive experience in the cultural and natural history of the Northern Rocky Mountain region. Its remarkable collection of dinosaur fossils, including the fully-mounted Montana's T. rex skeleton, stands as a testament to its status as a leading institution in paleontological research and exhibition.

MOR captivates both members and visitors with its ever-changing exhibits that showcase treasures from around the globe. The museum's diverse displays showcase a wide range of topics, encompassing cultural artifacts and illuminating natural history specimens. Complementing these exhibits, MOR hosts captivating planetarium shows, engaging educational programs and camps, enlightening lectures, charitable benefit events, and a well-curated museum store.

Read the museum's Statement on Diversity. Read the museum's Land Acknowledgment Statement.

The American Alliance of Museums has bestowed accreditation upon MOR, recognizing its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of excellence. Among an estimated 33,000 museums nationwide, MOR is one of the privileged 1,106 institutions to hold this prestigious distinction. Additionally, the museum proudly participates in the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) Travel Passport Program, fostering collaborations and enriching experiences for its members. MOR also engages with the partners along the Montana Dinosaur Trail, a collective effort to showcase the state's rich paleontological heritage.

Current Exhibitions

MOR brings the world to Montana and shares Montana with the world with our changing, regional, cultural, and natural history exhibits.

FEATURED EVENTS

Sep 13

Big Sky Stories: A Free Evening Lecture Series in West Yellowstone 

View Big Sky Stories: A Free Evening Lecture Series in West Yellowstone 

Sep 14

Big Sky Stories: A Free Evening Lecture Series in West Yellowstone 

View Big Sky Stories: A Free Evening Lecture Series in West Yellowstone 

Sep 16

Big Sky Stories: A Free Evening Lecture Series in West Yellowstone 

View Big Sky Stories: A Free Evening Lecture Series in West Yellowstone 

Sep 18

Cosmos & Coffee: Beyond Pluto: The Search for Planet 9

View Cosmos & Coffee: Beyond Pluto: The Search for Planet 9

Sep 19

Cosmos and Cookies: A Members-only Series of Events

View Cosmos and Cookies: A Members-only Series of Events

Oct 1

Evening at the Museum

View Evening at the Museum

Oct 2

Exclusive Member-Only Exhibit Preview of Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Jane Goodall

View Exclusive Member-Only Exhibit Preview of Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Jane Goodall

Oct 3

Becmoming Jane: An Evolution of Jane Goodall Opens to the Public

View Becmoming Jane: An Evolution of Jane Goodall Opens to the Public

Oct 11

Grossology Halloween Family Day

View Grossology Halloween Family Day

Oct 24

Pour & Gore: A Victorian Halloween Party

View Pour & Gore: A Victorian Halloween Party

Oct 25

Pour & Gore: A Victorian Halloween Party

View Pour & Gore: A Victorian Halloween Party

Dec 12

Homestead Holiday

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Dec 13

Homestead Holiday

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Evening at the Museum

Museum of the Rockies (MOR) proudly invites you to attend our premier benefit event of the year, the 6th annual Evening at the Museum. Wednesday, October 1, 2025 6 p.m. | $1,250/person Cocktail attire. Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, elegance, and impact at MOR’s signature benefit event, supporting the museum’s Changing Exhibits Program. Evening at the Museum: Where Curiosity, Culture, and Conversation Converge.

Pour and Gore: A Victorian Halloween Party

Step into eerie elegance at Pour and Gore, the ultimate Halloween soirée for adults on October 24 and 25! Slip into your finest vintage threads (or favorite Halloween costume) and uncover the shadowy secrets of the Victorian era at this delightfully dark and immersive evening of spirited fun. History has never been this haunting, or this stylish. 6 - 10 p.m. | Age 21+; $49/member, $55/non-member

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Homestead Holiday

Step into the magic of the season at the cozy and historic Tinsley House on December 12 and 13! Enjoy a festive planetarium show, make your own Victorian-style holiday card or ornament, and sing along with carolers filling the air with classic Christmas tunes. Warm up with seasonal treats, snap a photo with St. Nick, and gather in the Hager Auditorium for a cheerful holiday book reading and sing-along. It is a joyful celebration that the whole family will love! 6 - 9 p.m | Tinsley House and Taylor Planetarium; $10/adult, $5/child age 5-17, $0/child up to age 4

Rocky Rex's Roasts, a small cafe with a dinosaur bite! NOW OPEN

Our new cafe is open daily from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (except on holidays). Savor your favorite hot or cold beverages, pastries, and light bites.

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Gift a Year of Experiences

Share all that you love about MOR with your friends and family! With a gift membership, you can experience our exhibits, programs, and classes together. MOR members can also be used at over 360 museums worldwide through the ASTC Travel Passport Program. So, share the joy and give a gift that lasts all year long.

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Evening at the Museum

Museum of the Rockies (MOR) proudly invites you to attend our premier benefit event of the year, the 6th annual Evening at the Museum. Wednesday, October 1, 2025 6 p.m. | $1,250/person Cocktail attire. Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, elegance, and impact at MOR’s signature benefit event, supporting the museum’s Changing Exhibits Program. Evening at the Museum: Where Curiosity, Culture, and Conversation Converge.

Pour and Gore: A Victorian Halloween Party

Step into eerie elegance at Pour and Gore, the ultimate Halloween soirée for adults on October 24 and 25! Slip into your finest vintage threads (or favorite Halloween costume) and uncover the shadowy secrets of the Victorian era at this delightfully dark and immersive evening of spirited fun. History has never been this haunting, or this stylish. 6 - 10 p.m. | Age 21+; $49/member, $55/non-member

Learn More and Purchase Tickets

Homestead Holiday

Step into the magic of the season at the cozy and historic Tinsley House on December 12 and 13! Enjoy a festive planetarium show, make your own Victorian-style holiday card or ornament, and sing along with carolers filling the air with classic Christmas tunes. Warm up with seasonal treats, snap a photo with St. Nick, and gather in the Hager Auditorium for a cheerful holiday book reading and sing-along. It is a joyful celebration that the whole family will love! 6 - 9 p.m | Tinsley House and Taylor Planetarium; $10/adult, $5/child age 5-17, $0/child up to age 4

Rocky Rex's Roasts, a small cafe with a dinosaur bite! NOW OPEN

Our new cafe is open daily from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (except on holidays). Savor your favorite hot or cold beverages, pastries, and light bites.

Learn More

Collage of Thomas D. Mangelsen's Catch of the Day photo, siblings playing a butterfly game in a past exhibit, a toddler, held by their mom glides on a large replica butterfly.

Gift a Year of Experiences

Share all that you love about MOR with your friends and family! With a gift membership, you can experience our exhibits, programs, and classes together. MOR members can also be used at over 360 museums worldwide through the ASTC Travel Passport Program. So, share the joy and give a gift that lasts all year long.

Click to Gift a Year of Experiences