Houston Museum of Natural Science

Freedom Plane has landed in Houston ✈️ Our exhibits team is hard at work installing these rare, original founding-era documents for public display. We’re proud to be one of only eight cities in the U.S. bringing them to you… and for FREE. Freedom Plane National Tour: Documents That Forged a Nation May 8 – May 25 📍 HMNS at Hermann Park ✨ Friday, May 8 = Members-only access ✨ Starting Saturday, May 9 = Public walk-up begins This once-in-a-lifetime exhibition is free and open to everyone, but we’re expecting big crowds. We highly recommend securing your tickets in advance. Here’s how: • Members can reserve a time slot ahead of time • General Public tickets will be first-come, first-served at the HMNS Box Office 🗣️ Heads up: Wait times may be long, and tickets may sell out on the day of your visit. Call 713-639-4629 or email [email protected] for more details. —— The Freedom Plane National Tour is made possible in part by the National Archives Foundation, through the generous support of The Boeing Company, Comcast Corporation, Microsoft, and P&G. Additional support is provided by FedEx. Local support is provided by Lead Underwriter Sarofim Foundation Major Corporate Underwriter Coca-Cola #ArchivesFreedomPlane #HMNS #Museum #Exhibit @usnatarchives @archivesfdn

Big news + an unforgettable night of music and science! The Library of Congress just announced the 25 recordings being inducted into the National Recording Registry this year, and our special guest Chaka Khan made the list with “I Feel For You” 💜🎉 Now, experience the icon herself live at a special taping of Sing for Science, where Chaka joins molecular biochemist & concert pianist Dr. Mei Rui to explore the fascinating connection between music, emotion, and healing. 🧠🎹 From the legendary magic of “Tell Me Something Good” to cutting-edge research on how rhythm and familiarity impact the body, this immersive evening blends live conversation and piano performance into a one-of-a-kind experience. Come celebrate music that moves us, inside and out. 🎵✨ 🎟️ Tickets available at hmns.org #ChakaKhan #IFeelForYou #NationalRecordingRegistry #LibraryOfCongress #SingForScience @meiruipiano @singforscience @chakakhan

Totally tubular. Totally iconic. Totally 80s. 🎸✨ Mixers & Elixirs: 80s Night Friday, June 12 | 7PM - 11PM 📍 HMNS at Hermann Park Get ready for a night of neon, nostalgia, and nonstop throwbacks featuring: 🎸 Live music from tribute band Queen Legacy 🎶 DJ Dean & DJ Raq spinning your favorite hits 🎤 Karaoke in the Planetarium 🎬 A screening of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off in the Giant Screen Theatre Available for an additional fee: 🖍️ Caricatures ✨ Aura photography 🕹️ Classic arcade games Throw on your brightest fit, grab a drink from our cashless bars, and party like it’s 1986. Purchase tickets at hmns.org. This event is 21+. #HMNS #80s #HoustonMuseum #Queen #FerrisBueller

It’s on like Donkey Kong 💪 Thank you for another SOLD OUT event. Tonight is going to be all the way live. Missed out on tickets? Gear up for 80s Night at HMNS Hermann Park. 😎 #HMNS #HMNSatSugarLand #90s #Museum

An app you can walk through! 👀🤯 Step beyond your smartphone screens and into the digital world in a whole new way. CLICKBAIT: a digital obsession, a first of its kind interactive exhibition, transforms the museum gallery into a walkable digital experience, exploring the systems that shape how we see, share, and connect in the 21st century. The exhibition features 18 large scale installations that bring the often-invisible mechanics of the internet to life. From social media and digital identity to deepfakes and AI, CLICKBAIT offers a timely, thought-provoking journey designed for visitors of all ages. CLICKBAIT is designed for ages 8 to 98, making complex technology accessible through play, interaction, and personal discovery. Tickets available online at hmns.org or follow the #Linktree. #HMNS #Museum #Exhibit #FamilyFriendly

History lovers, this is one you do not want to miss 🇺🇸✨ The Freedom Plane National Tour: Documents That Forged a Nation has officially landed at @hmns now through May 25, 2026 ✈️📜 This incredible traveling exhibit features rare Revolutionary War–era documents and historic artifacts connected to the founding of the United States, including documents tied to George Washington and Alexander Hamilton. Even more fascinating? The collection is traveling across the country aboard a specially designed “Freedom Plane.” 🎟️ Admission to the exhibit is FREE, but you do need a timed-entry pass. • Museum members can reserve tickets in advance online • Non-members may be able to get same-day passes, but availability is limited ⏰ Exhibit hours typically follow normal museum hours: Monday–Sunday: 9 AM–5 PM 📍Pro tip: Reserve your passes as early as possible because this exhibit has been extremely popular. And while you’re there, make a full museum day out of it — the dinosaur hall, butterfly center, and permanent exhibits are always worth exploring. Enjoy!! #freedomplane #hmns #freedomplaneusa

Plot twist: Monday just got shorter ⏳ The Houston Museum of Natural Science at Hermann Park will close early on Monday, May 18 at 12:30pm. We will see everyone bright and early Tuesday morning at 9am. Thank you for your continued support. See you soon, Houston! #HMNS #HMNSUpdate

The #MFAH Fridas recently visited #HMNS 🦋 Spreading love and releasing butterflies inside the Cockrell Butterfly Center. See “Frida: The Making of an Icon” before it closes, then travel just a few blocks to join the Butterfly Flight School and release a butterfly of your own. 🎟️ Visit both mfah.org and hmns.org for ticket information. #FridaKahlo #Houston @mfahouston

The Freedom Plane is in Houston, where the Documents That Forged a Nation are currently on display at @hmns now through May 25. Learn more at freedomplane.org ✈️

Clue Hunting @hmns with Ben Franklin Gates (Nicolas Cage) and Abigail Chase @ringringringer #comedy

What happens after death? ☠️ What Happens to Your Body When You Die Wednesday, May 13 | 6:30PM 📍 HMNS at Hermann Park While many people think about the end of life, few explore the full range of options available beyond traditional burial or cremation. Join Melissa Meadow, the Modern Mortician, for a fascinating discussion on end-of-life body disposition options, including how they work, how people access them, and the legal and logistical realities involved. Along the way, she’ll also unpack common myths and misconceptions surrounding death care. 🎟️ Visit hmns.org or follow the #Linktree for last chance tickets! #HMNS #Mortician #DeathandDying @the_modern_mortician

Mixing elixirs at Mixers & Elixirs ✨🍸 Mixers & Elixirs: 90s Night May 15 | 7–11 PM 📍 HMNS at Sugar Land Get the weekend started and throw it back to the era of boy bands & pop icons, bubblegum pop & hip-hop classics, and of course Lisa Frank everything. No scrubs here. Just: 🎧 DJ Griffin spinning the beats 🍸 Cash bars pouring the drinks 🍴 Local food vendors serving the eats ✨ Friendship bracelet station 📸 360 Photo Booth 🦖 Jurassic Park Jeep photo op Plus, Atelier Élixir will be in the house helping guests discover their perfect signature scent for an additional fee. Grab your friends, dress in your favorite 90s-inspired look, and get ready for a night of neon, nostalgia, and unforgettable fun. 🎟️ Tickets available now at sugarland.hmns.org *21+ #HMNS #HMNSatSugarLand #90s #Museum