LWL Museum of Natural History with Planetarium | Museum im Münsterland
Exhibition The Brain at the LWL Natural History Museum
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Fascinating worlds
LWL Museum of Natural History

LWL Museum of Natural History with Planetarium

Fascination Universe: The LWL Museum of Natural History with Planetarium in Münster is an impressive place to get to know all the facets of the universe. Whether it is the remains of long-forgotten species or the endless expanses of space, the museum offers its visitors an unforgettable insight into these fascinating worlds. In addition to unique objects such as the world's largest ammonite and the original swimming dinosaurs, which are unique in Germany, there are also impressive shows in the planetarium. See the world from a different perspective and experience this wonderful planet in a completely different way at the LWL Museum of Natural History.

Exhibitions

The LWL Museum of Natural History has a variety of fascinating special exhibitions in store for its visitors. Have you always wanted to learn more about special events in space or understand the human body better? Then simply visit one of the numerous special exhibitions and learn more about the respective topic. The changing exhibitions always offer unusual perspectives on the blue planet and special natural phenomena, leaving no visitor untouched.

We also regularly inform you about special exhibitions and workshop afternoons in our calendar of events.

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  • barrier-free
  • child friendly
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LWL Museum of Natural History

Öffnungszeiten vom 01.01. to 31.12.
  • Monday
    closed
  • Tuesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Wednesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Thursday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Friday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Saturday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Sunday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr

Feiertags von 9.00-18.00 Uhr geöffnet

LWL Museum of Natural History

Öffnungszeiten vom 01.01. to 31.12.
  • Monday
    closed
  • Tuesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Wednesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Thursday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Friday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Saturday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Sunday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr

Wechselnde Showtermine innerhalb der Öffnungszeiten des Museums.

An Feiertagen Programm wie an Sonntagen.

24.12. Sonderprogramm, 25.12. & 31.12. geschlossen

Admission to the Natural History Museum

  • normal:
    7,50 €
  • normal:
    7,00 €
  • reduced:
    4,00 €
  • Children:
    0,00 €
  • Children:
    0,00 €
  • Children:
    0,00 €

* for parents or one parent with their own children (up to and including 17 years of age; combination ticket valid for one event in the planetarium)

** Recipients of current subsistence assistance, students (with the exception of "study in old age"), trainees, conscripts, persons doing community service, relatives in the voluntary social year, disabled persons from 80% severe disability (if necessary - one accompanying person free on presentation of proof)

LWL-MuseumsCard holders: free admission

Admission Planetarium

  • normal:
    9,00 €
  • normal:
    8,50 €
  • reduced:
    5,00 €
  • Children:
    5,00 €
  • Children:
    4,50 €
  • families:
    22,00 €

* for parents or one parent with own children (up to and including 17 years; combination ticket valid for one event in the planetarium)

** Recipients of current subsistence aid, students (except "Study in old age"), trainees, conscripts, Persons doing community service, relatives in the voluntary social year, Disabled persons over 80% severe disability (if necessary - a Accompanying person free on presentation of proof)

no free admission for LWL-MuseumsCard holders

Admission to Natural History Museum & Planetarium

  • normal:
    15,00 €
  • normal:
    14,50 €
  • reduced:
    8,00 €
  • Children:
    5,00 €
  • Children:
    4,50 €
  • families:
    30,00 €

* for parents or one parent with own children (up to and including 17 years; combination ticket valid for one event in the planetarium)

** Recipients of current subsistence aid, students (except "Study in old age"), trainees, conscripts, Persons doing community service, relatives in the voluntary social year, Disabled persons over 80% severe disability (if necessary - a Accompanying person free on presentation of proof)

Events at the LWL Museum of Natural History

Properties
Types
104 Matches.
seit
Jun
15
Mi
The climate - past, present, future Special exhibition
15.06.2022, 09:00 15.10.2023, 18:00
LWL Museum of Natural History, Münster
Organiser: LWL-Museum für Naturkunde mit Planetarium
Exhibition

The climate has an impact on the earth and on us humans, and this is precisely what the special exhibition at the LWL Museum of Natural History is about. Guests are taken on a journey through the past, present and future on 1,000 square metres and can become active climate researchers themselves. The exhibition appeals to all the senses and offers interesting facts for young and old.

Time
15.06.2022, 09:00 15.10.2023, 18:00
Location
Opening hours
Öffnungszeiten vom 15.06.2022 to 15.10.2023
  • Monday
    closed
  • Tuesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Wednesday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Thursday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Friday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Saturday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
  • Sunday
    09:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
Prices
Eintritt
  • ermäßigt: 4
  • Kinder (Kinder und Jugendliche unter 18 Jahre): 0
  • Erwachsene: 7.5
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Sep
22
Fri
Sea lion show
22.09.2023, 11:30 22.09.2023, ca.12:00
Robbenhaven, Münster
Seminar

The Californian sea lions at the Seal Haven are happy to show off their amazing skills in a show.

It's never boring for the sea lions thanks to the shows and training sessions. Guests at the show certainly won't be bored either. In addition to breathtaking feats in an idyllic setting, the animal keepers tell exciting stories about the animals' origins.

Time
22.09.2023, 11:30 22.09.2023, ca.12:00
Location
Opening hours
Öffnungszeiten vom 01.11.2022 to 28.02.2023
  • Monday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Tuesday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Wednesday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Thursday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Friday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Saturday
    11:30 Uhr bis 12:00 Uhr
    14:30 Uhr bis 15:00 Uhr
  • Sunday
    12:30 Uhr bis 13:00 Uhr
    14:00 Uhr bis 14:30 Uhr
Prices
Eintritt

Der Eintritt zum Robbenhaven ist im Eintritt zum Allwetterzoo enthalten.

Um eine Spende wird gebeten.

  • Eintritt frei (*): 0
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Sep
22
Fri
Feeding dwarf mongooses
22.09.2023, 11:30 22.09.2023, ca.12:00
Enclosure dwarf mongoose, Münster
Organiser: Allwetterzoo Münster
guided tour

Although they look so cute, dwarf mongooses are predators. Mostly they feed on insects, but sometimes captured bird eggs and small vertebrates are also on the menu.

Watch the dwarf mongooses forage in their commune with the Von-on-the-ceiling tokos.

Time
22.09.2023, 11:30 22.09.2023, ca.12:00
Location
Prices
Eintritt

*Der Eintritt für die Fütterung ist bereits im Eintrittsticket zum Allwetterzoo enthalten.

  • Eintritt frei (*): 0
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Sep
22
Fri
Elephant feeding at the Allwetterzoo Münster
22.09.2023, 12:00 22.09.2023, ca.12:15
Elefantengehege, Münster
guided tour

At this event, not only people but also elephants get to enjoy themselves.

With tasty apples and bananas and cucumbers, guests of the Allwetterzoos Münster are allowed to feed the large elephants from their hands, free of charge.

Depending on the weather, the feedings can take place indoors and outdoors.

Time
22.09.2023, 12:00 22.09.2023, ca.12:15
Location
Prices
Eintritt

*Der Eintritt zur Fütterung ist im Eintritt in den Allwetterzoo inbegriffen.

  • Eintritt frei (*): 0
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Sep
22
Fri
Red Panda Feeding
22.09.2023, 12:00 22.09.2023, ca.12:30
Red Panda Enclosure, Münster
Organiser: Allwetterzoo Münster
Exhibition
guided tour

The name panda is Nepali and means "bamboo eater" - the favourite food of the small mammals. But the odd piece of fruit is also part of the menu.


Time
22.09.2023, 12:00 22.09.2023, ca.12:30
Location
Prices
Eintritt

*Der Eintritt für die Fütterung ist bereits im Eintrittsticket zum Allwetterzoo enthalten.

  • Eintritt frei (*): 0
further information less information
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