Museums and Collections

UCCity Museums & Collections: Explore, Learn, Connect

Early works by renowned artists, rare plant specimens, live insect exhibits, and contemporary Indigenous art—UCCity’s museums and collections bridge individual stories and global perspectives. They entertain, educate, and inspire: here, you’ll find elementary school classes, college students, and seasoned scholars alike discovering new ideas, ancient histories, and the wonders of our world.

Special Collections

For a deep dive into rarity and heritage, visit the Special Collections & Archives at UCCity’s Harper Library. Home to rare books, historic manuscripts, university archives, and specialized collections—from endangered plant species documentation and oral histories of local communities to a one-of-a-kind West Coast entomology collection—our holdings span art, culture, science, and beyond. These treasures aren’t just for display: they’re living resources for research, teaching, and curiosity-driven exploration.


Explore Our Museums & Collections

UCCity’s diverse array of museums and collections caters to every interest, with many open to the public and others reserved for focused scholarly research:


UCCity Natural History Museum: Features interactive exhibits on regional ecology, paleontology, and live insect habitats—perfect for visitors of all ages.
Indigenous Arts & Cultures Gallery: Showcases contemporary and traditional works by Indigenous artists of North America, highlighting cultural resilience and creativity.
Archaeology & Heritage Museum: Houses artifacts from local and global archaeological sites, spanning thousands of years of human history.
Science & Innovation Collection: Displays historical scientific instruments, research specimens, and breakthrough discoveries from UCCity’s faculty and students.
Rotating Exhibits & Events: Check our calendar for temporary shows, artist talks, workshop series, and family-friendly activities that bring collections to life.

Partner Collections & Institutes

Our museums and collections collaborate closely with UCCity’s academic departments to enrich teaching and research:
· UCCity Ethnography Institute
· UCCity Archaeology Research Center
· UCCity Department of Geological Sciences
· UCCity Center for Biodiversity & Conservation

Whether you’re a student, researcher, tourist, or lifelong learner, UCCity’s museums and collections invite you to engage with the past, present, and future—one discovery at a time.

Visit Us

Visitor Information
Have questions about UCCity’s museums and collections? Reach out to our Visitor Services Team:

Email: museums@uccity.us

Phone lines are open Tuesday–Saturday, 10 AM–5 PM (Pacific Time)
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Digital Resources
Explore our online collection catalog to browse UCCity’s holdings from anywhere in the world. Search by theme, medium, or collection to uncover hidden gems and plan your visit.