The Arizona Museum of Natural History in Mesa features exhibits on dinosaurs, paleontology, anthropology, minerals, the Sonoran Desert, and Native American cultures of the Southwest. Visitors can pan for gold, experience a flash flood simulation, and explore hands-on activities. It serves as a hub for scientific research, education, and community discovery.
Signature experiences ✦ Dino Mountain with flash flood simulation ✦ Panning for gold ✦ Build a Mayan city ✦ Ice Age giants and fossils ✦ Cultures of Ancient Americas ✦ Hands-on paleontology dig pit Recent posts Show recent posts (loads X) Hours
Tue-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm, closed Mon and most federal/city holidays
Source: azmnh.org/plan-a-visit · verified Oct 16, 2026
Prices
Adults $16, Seniors (65+) $13, Youth (3-12) $9, under 3 free; discounts for students, veterans, EBT, teachers
Source: azmnh.org/plan-a-visit · verified Oct 16, 2026
Parking
Free street parking and public lots nearby; accessible spaces north of entrance and south lot; garage east side open weekends only
Source: azmnh.org/plan-a-visit · verified Oct 16, 2026
Accessibility
Fully wheelchair and stroller accessible with elevator and ramps; free manual wheelchairs; noise-cancelling headphones and light sensitivity glasses available; sensory guides; service animals welcome; rest areas on each floor
Source: azmnh.org/accessibility · verified Oct 16, 2026
Seasonal notes
Sce:dagĭ Mu:val Va’aki closed for season, reopens in Fall
Source: azmnh.org/plan-a-visit · verified Oct 16, 2026
Hours, prices and parking change. Check the venue for the latest.