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College of Life Sciences
Life Science Museum

Hours

Mon-Fri 10 AM - 9 PM
Saturdays 10 AM - 5 PM

FREE ADMISSION

HOLIDAY HOURS
Mon, Sept 1 - Close at 5PM
Tues, Sept 2 - Close at 5PM for a staff event

We inspire wonder, understanding, and reverence for our evolving planet.

Visit the Museum

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Plan Your Visit

Learn about our hours, where to park, and what to see and do while you're visiting the museum.
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Exhibits

We have many exhibits for patrons to enjoy.
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School Programs

Our school programs align with the Utah State Science Core Curriculum.
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Public Programs

Our public programs include free Family Home Evenings, Discovery Reading, Summer Camps, and the Y Life Science Podcast.
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Lytle Preserve

Learn about this unique ecosystem located in the southwest part of Utah in Washington county.
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Resources

Activities for home, at the museum, or in your classroom!
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Upcoming Events and Museum Updates

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American Alliance of Museums Reaccreditation

August 12, 2025 06:24 PM
Bean Museum earns AAM reaccreditation
1 Min Read
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Education

2025 Fall Insect Nature Experienceship

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday, September 13
Spend time with an expert in the field!
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Education

2025 Fall Birding Nature Experienceship

7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday, September 27
It's fall migration!
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Education

2025 Fall Sketching Dead Things

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday, September 27
Drawing night after hours!
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Trivia

BYU Museums Trivia Night at the Bean Museum

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday, October 10
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2025 Fall Wild Edibles Nature Experienceship

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday, October 11
Only $15 for anyone 12yo and older!
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Family

2025 Halloween Family Night

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Monday, October 27
Free fun for the family! Note: There will be no candy at this event.
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2025 Biology Bootcamp Report

By Audrey Gordon
August 04, 2025 02:23 PM
A week of biology and field trips!
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2025 Kayak Camp Report

By Leah O'Barr
July 01, 2025 02:17 PM
Experience the Provo River Delta!
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