Stand under a 94-foot-long blue whale. Marvel at the collection of dinosaur bones. Come face to face with your human ancestors. Spiral down millions of years of cosmic evolution. And so much more!

Located in the heart of Manhattan—along beautiful Central Park—the American Museum of Natural History is both one of the world's greatest scientific and cultural institutions and housed in an architecturally magnificent building. The museum presents an exciting concurrence of the past and the future and is a continual delight for the curious of all ages.

New Exhibition Dig into Homo sapien history by visiting the Spitzer Hall of Human Origins, where you’ll learn about human evolution, starting with our earliest ancestors. Here, the latest in genomic science partners with the most up-to-date fossil-record discoveries to explore humankind’s past—and future. Bone up on our origins with this new exhibition's computer animations, interactive displays, videos, and other innovative features.

Climate Change: The Threat to Life and A New Energy Future
This exhibition explores the science, history, and impact of climate change, and illuminates ways in which individuals, communities, and nations can reduce their carbon footprints. On view Oct. 18, 2008–Aug. 16, 2009

The Butterfly Conservatory
Mingle with more than 500 live, free-flying tropical butterflies in an enclosed habitat that approximates their natural environment with lush vegetation and live flowering plants. Simulated sunlight and the sound of howler monkeys, parakeets, quetzals, and other species complete the environment. On view until May 25, 2009.

Extreme Mammals
Extreme Mammals explores the surprising and sometimes bizarre world of extinct and living mammals. Featuring spectacular fossils from the Museum's collections, the exhibition will examine the ancestry and evolution of numerous species, ranging from huge to tiny and speedy to sloth-like, and will showcase animals with oversized claws, fangs, snouts, and horns. The exhibition will also include dynamic media displays, animated computer interactives, hands-on activities, and touchable fossils and casts that highlight mammals’ distinctive qualities and illuminate the shared ancestry that unites these diverse creatures. On view May 23, 2009-Jan. 3, 2010.

Frogs: A Chorus of Colors Back by popular demand, this captivating exhibition introduces visitors to the colorful and richly diverse world of frogs. More than 200 live frogs will be shown in their re-created habitats. On view May 30, 2009-Jan. 3, 2010.


Inclusions :

• Admission to the American Museum of Natural History permanent collection
• All special exhibits
• Admission to the Planetarium Space Show
• IMAX movie
• Admission to the Rose Center for Earth and Space

Available:
Daily; the museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day

Hours of operation:
10 AM–5:45 PM

Duration:
1-day ticket; please allow at least 3 hours to explore the museum

Note:
The Space Show, IMAX movie, and special exhibitions begin at 10:30 AM and run every hour on the half hour; these are scheduled entries. If you miss your show time, every effort will be made to schedule you for a different time.

Children under 2 years are admitted free of charge. To avoid crowds on Saturday and Sunday, please try to arrive before noon. Free audio guides of the Rose Center for Earth and Space are available in English and Spanish. A variety of dining options are available within the museum.

Reservations are not required but are strongly recommended during the following holiday periods:

• Nov. 10, 24, and 25
• Dec. 26–30
• Jan. 1 and 13–15
• Feb. 17–19
  

After you book your activity, follow these 3 easy steps:
1. Print your voucher; locate the voucher in your travel confirmation e-mail or in the My Trips/My Itineraries link on the site.
2. Follow the redemption instructions on your voucher; it is critical to do this before you depart.
3. Take all vouchers with you; you must redeem one voucher per person.

Exchange your voucher for activity:
Please present your voucher(s) and photo identification at either the Main Entrance located at 79th Street and Central Park West, open daily 10 AM to 5:45 PM (go to CityPass Desk); or at the Rose Center Entrance at 81st Street between C.P.W. and Columbus Avenue, open daily from 10 AM to 5:45 PM (go to Will Call Desk). If you made reservations, please redeem for tickets at the Rose Center Entrance Will Call Desk.