Set into the foothills above the University of Utah campus, this copper-clad building houses dinosaur skeletons, Utah geology, and Native cultural exhibits behind striking modern architecture.
Know before you go
- The building itself, designed to echo the surrounding rock formations, is worth seeing even before you step inside
- A rooftop terrace has one of the better free overlooks of the Salt Lake Valley
- Utah's fossil beds have produced some of the best dinosaur specimens in North America, well represented here
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Natural History Museum of Utah?
Natural History Museum of Utah is in Salt Lake City, United States.
What is Natural History Museum of Utah known for?
Set into the foothills above the University of Utah campus, this copper-clad building houses dinosaur skeletons, Utah geology, and Native cultural exhibits behind striking modern architecture.
