Sternberg Museum of Natural History

Sternberg Museum of Natural History The Sternberg Museum of Natural History advances an appreciation and understanding of Earth's natura
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The Sternberg Museum of Natural History advances an appreciation and understanding of Earth's natural history and the evolutionary forces that impact it. With an emphasis on the Great Plains, our goals are accomplished through research, publications, collections, interpretive exhibits, and educational programs created by our staff, colleagues, and community.

08/09/2026
Huge shoutout to the Hays Public Library! 📚✨ Thank you so much for having us as part of your Summer Reading Program this...
08/01/2026

Huge shoutout to the Hays Public Library! 📚✨ Thank you so much for having us as part of your Summer Reading Program this year. We had an absolute blast hanging out with everyone!

To all the parents and teachers—your kids are truly amazing! Thank you for sharing them with us this summer. We’re leaving with big smiles and great memories! ❤️

07/28/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Woodhouse’s toad, Froggy. 🐸💚

Froggy first joined our Sternberg Museum family back in 2020 after literally hopping his way right up to our doors. Since then, he grew into one of our absolute best program ambassador animals.

He was always a star participant at birthday parties, where kids loved the chance to hold him (and, if they were lucky, experience the classic toad initiation of getting peed on!). Froggy was always quick to "talk your ear off" with his vocalizations, and he was always happy to accept a handful of delicious bugs as payment for his hard work.

We will miss Froggy dearly, but we are dedicated to making sure his memory lives on and continuing to inspire curiosity about native wildlife just as he did.

📸 Help us remember him: If you or your family ever met Froggy or took a picture with him during a program or birthday party, please share your photos and favorite memories in the comments below so we can all honor his wonderful life together.
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07/23/2026

There will be no Feeding Frenzy Friday tomorrow, July 24th. Sorry for the inconvenience!

07/16/2026
06/11/2026

Raspberry is still adjusting to life on display. We think she is doing great! But during large groups she needs a little extra love🥰

🥗🦎 Feeding Frenzy Fridays are HERE! 🐍🍓Ever wondered what it takes to feed our amazing residents at the Sternberg Museum ...
06/11/2026

🥗🦎 Feeding Frenzy Fridays are HERE! 🐍🍓
Ever wondered what it takes to feed our amazing residents at the Sternberg Museum of Natural History? Now is your chance to see the action up close!

We are kicking off a fun, interactive morning routine for the whole family. Come hang out with our incredible animal care team and watch our display animals get their morning snacks!

From our curious reptiles to our furry friends, there is so much to learn about their unique diets and behaviors. Bring your curiosity and your best questions!

We can't wait to see you this Friday!
Which animal are you most excited to watch eat? 👇

05/23/2026

Address

3000 Sternberg Drive
Hays, KS
67601

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm

Telephone

+17856284286

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