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Nature's Greatest Story

Meet the Triceratops Herd

The Coolest Dino Family. Now in Abu Dhabi

The Famous Lucy

Illustration of a herd of prehistoric elephants walking across a dry landscape with water pools under a pale sky.

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Elephants roamed Abu Dhabi 7 million years ago

Close-up of a Tyrannosaurus rex fossil skeleton with sharp teeth displayed in a dimly lit exhibition space.

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T. rex is closer to humans in time than it is to the first dinosaur

A large blue whale swimming gracefully underwater, its elongated body illuminated by sunlight filtering through the ocean.

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A blue whale can eat half a million calories in one bite.

01/06

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Main Exhibitions

Discover the wonders of our world at The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi through immersive exhibitions that bring natural history to life with a special focus on the rich natural heritage of the Arabian Peninsula.

Museum exhibit featuring a desert landscape model with sand dunes and native trees under controlled indoor lighting.

The Story of Earth

Join us on a journey from the Big Bang to the formation of our Solar System and the origins of life on Earth.

Detailed close-up of a dinosaur skull fossil showing sharp teeth and hollow eye sockets in a museum display setting.

The Evolving World

Travel back to the Age of Dinosaurs and uncover how ancient life shaped our world today.

Life-size model of a prehistoric elephant surrounded by other animal figures in a museum exhibit under bright lights.

The Lost World of Abu Dhabi

Travel back 7 million years to Abu Dhabi, when the UAE was a lush, wildlife-rich savannah. Amazing fossils unearthed across the region reveal a hidden chapter of our natural history.

Immersive space exhibit showing planets, stars, and a glowing sun installation with visitors exploring the cosmic display.

Our World

Celebrate the diversity of life on Earth with a journey through breathtaking ecosystems, from the frozen Artic to vibrant deserts and the depths of the ocean.

Dinosaur skeleton display showing a smaller fossil framed by the jaws and ribs of a larger predator in a museum setting.

Resilient Planet

Explore how nature adapts and evolves, and how we can connect the past and present to shape a more sustainable future.

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Special Exhibitions

We collaborate with leading natural history museums and experts across the globe to bring you unforgettable, state-of-the-art experiences that inspire.

Row of Triceratops skeletons displayed in a museum exhibit with green foliage cutouts creating a prehistoric forest backdrop.

22 NOV 2025 - 30 JUNE 2026

The March of Triceratops

Join us for a unique experience. Walk among a herd of one of the most iconic and beloved dinosaurs as you explore how they moved, lived, and survived many millions of years ago. A collaboration with Naturalis Biodiversity Center.

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Cluster of bright yellow frogs resting on large dark green leaves in a dimly lit environment, creating a vivid contrast.

22 NOV 2025 - 06 JUNE 2026

Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Celebrate nature's beauty and incredible diversity captured in 100 breathtaking wildlife images from around the World.
A collaboration with Natural History Museum London.

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22 NOV 2025 - 01 MAY 2026

The famous Lucy

Visit one of the biggest discoveries in the history of paleoanthropology that turned into an icon in the world of natural science.
 In collaboration with the Ethiopian Heritage Authority

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our science

At NHMAD, we use cutting-edge technology and our global collections to better understand our changing planet through time. The groundbreaking research helps us understand the natural world and build a healthier future.

Microscopic view of green chloroplasts inside plant cells, arranged in elongated structures under bright illumination.

Research

At the heart of the museum is its mission to undertake research that shapes our understanding of the planet. Through making the latest scientific discoveries in natural history, the museum is generating knowledge that has impact—not just on Abu Dhabi, but the world.

Collections

Over the next five years, the museum will grow its collection from thousands to millions, creating an international resource for studying life, Earth, and the Universe. Our expanding collection is a cornerstone for research and discovery, and for education and collaboration across the globe.

Education and learning

The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi is committed to inspiring children and young adults to connect deeply with the natural world, but also to value scientific knowledge and embrace their potential to shape the future.

Through innovative learning programmes, immersive exhibitions, digital tools, AI and hands-on experiences in the museum, we aim to inspire both hearts and minds.

Group of students in matching uniforms gathered around a display of plants and greenery at an educational museum exhibit.

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From Curiosity to Cuisine

Nayzak invites guests to relax in its indoor café and restaurant or on the outdoor terrace, enjoying stunning views of the Saadiyat Cultural District.

01/03

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Main Exhibitions

The Story of Earth

Join us on a journey from the Big Bang to the formation of our Solar System and the origins of life on Earth.

The Evolving World

Travel back to the Age of Dinosaurs and uncover how ancient life shaped our world today.

The Lost World of Abu Dhabi

Travel back 7 million years to Abu Dhabi, when the UAE was a lush, wildlife-rich savannah. Amazing fossils unearthed across the region reveal a hidden chapter of our natural history.

Our World

Celebrate the diversity of life on Earth with a journey through breathtaking ecosystems, from the frozen Artic to vibrant deserts and the depths of the ocean.

Resilient Planet

Explore how nature adapts and evolves, and how we can connect the past and present to shape a more sustainable future.

Special Exhibitions

We collaborate with leading natural history museums and experts across the globe to bring you unforgettable, state-of-the-art experiences that inspire.

22 NOV 2025 - 30 JUNE 2026

The March of Triceratops

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22 NOV 2025 - 06 JUNE 2026

Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Celebrate nature's beauty and incredible diversity captured in 100 breathtaking wildlife images from around the World.
A collaboration with Natural History Museum London.

This exhibition ends in:

0 days : 0 hrs

22 NOV 2025 - 01 MAY 2026

The famous Lucy

Visit one of the biggest discoveries in the history of paleoanthropology that turned into an icon in the world of natural science.
 In collaboration with the Ethiopian Heritage Authority

welcome to Nature's Greatest Story

Meet the Triceratops Herd

The Famous Lucy

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welcome to Nature's Greatest Story

welcome to Nature's Greatest Story

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Main Exhibitions

The Story of Earth

The Evolving World

The Lost World of Abu Dhabi

Our World

Resilient Planet

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Special Exhibitions

The March of Triceratops

Wildlife Photographer of the Year

The famous Lucy

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our science

Research

Collections

Education and learning

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From Curiosity to Cuisine

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welcome to Nature's Greatest Story

Meet the Triceratops Herd

The Famous Lucy

welcome to Nature's Greatest Story

welcome to Nature's Greatest Story

welcome to Nature's Greatest Story

Main Exhibitions

The Story of Earth

The Evolving World

The Lost World of Abu Dhabi

Our World

Resilient Planet

Special Exhibitions

The March of Triceratops

Wildlife Photographer of the Year

The famous Lucy

Education and learning

From Curiosity to Cuisine

welcome to
Nature's Greatest Story

welcome to
Nature's Greatest Story

welcome to
Nature's Greatest Story

welcome to
Nature's Greatest Story

welcome to
Nature's Greatest Story

welcome to
Nature's Greatest Story

welcome to
Nature's Greatest Story

welcome to
Nature's Greatest Story