Visitors will have the opportunity to explore natural history during the upcoming holiday weekend as the University of Nebraska State Museum-Morrill Hall will be open. Hours include 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Labor Day (Sept. 7).

The museum continues its use of timed tickets to allow for cleaning and to promote social distancing. Visitors must purchase tickets in advance. The museum offers free admission for children under age 4 and discounts for veterans, seniors, Museums for All families and University of Nebraska–Lincoln employees, but registration is required. Visitors can select discount options when registering for tickets.

Most amenities and exhibits will be open Labor Day. A paleontologist-in-residence will be at the Cherish Nebraska visible lab on Sept. 6-7. Museum member giveaways will occur throughout the weekend. Details are posted on the museum website.

To protect visitors, staff and researchers, additional health and safety precautions continue. The following areas and amenities remain closed: Mueller Planetarium, Marx Discovery Center and the mother’s room.

Guests ages 3 and up are required to wear a face covering. Disposable masks will be available for purchase for guests who arrive without one. Visitors are encouraged to be familiar with current restrictions and rules, available here, before arriving. For more information, call 402-472-2637.