The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History invites Oklahomans from across the state to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its construction with a special free admission event, Curiousiday: Celebrate Oklahoma, on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In 1991, the citizens of Norman voted to pass an $85 million bond to support the construction of a new building for the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. Subsequently in 1992, the state of Oklahoma passed its own Higher Education Bond Issue which allocated $350 million for the museum building’s construction. This free day celebration serves as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Oklahoma, whose tax dollars were vital towards this effort to preserve and share the history of the state.

The event is hosted as part of the museum’s monthly Curiousiday series, which features hands-on science and S.T.E.A.M. activities, museum specimens and behind-the-scenes collection chats. Guests will have the opportunity to explore Oklahoma’s rich natural and cultural history, enjoy visiting food trucks for lunch and engage in interactive activities hosted by museum scientists and staff from the institution’s research collections. If they choose, guests are also welcome to bring a toy in support of the Fill the Trolley holiday toy drive organized by the University of Oklahoma.

“We’re thrilled to welcome the community for a day of discovery, exploration and appreciation,” Dr. Janet Braun, museum director, said. “This celebration is meant to honor our state’s heritage as well as the incredible people of Oklahoma who made this museum possible.”

In addition to free admission, guests can enter to win a free family membership for a full year of free admission, special programming discounts, and other benefits.

— About the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History The Sam Noble Museum is the officially designated natural history museum for the state of Oklahoma and is located on the University of Oklahoma Norman campus at 2401 Chautauqua Ave.