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21 August – 8 November

Special Exhibitions

LEGO SHOWS Natural Brickstory

Book Tickets

21 August – 8 November

Special Exhibitions

LEGO SHOWS Natural Brickstory

Step into a playful journey with LEGO® SHOWS Natural Brickstory, a world-first, limited-time exhibition opening on 21 August. Build, explore and learn across themed zones inspired by the natural world, from ancient life on Earth to the wonders of space. Take part in collaborative builds, inspiring trails, workshops and special sessions, including a community build of UAE landscape. From ancient life on Earth to the wonders of space, visitors will discover the natural world through play and imagination, while helping bring the museum's stories to life, one brick at a time.

Book Tickets

Suspended marine life models and prehistoric fossils in the Evolving World Gallery at Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi

Throughout August

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Into Sea & Sky – A Field Expedition Into Deep Time

Throughout August

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Into Sea & Sky – A Field Expedition Into Deep Time

Journey into deep time and embark on a family expedition through the ancient seas and skies. Visitors collect their Field Notebook, choose the Sea Expedition or the Sky Expedition, and discover the extraordinary creatures that lived on Earth millions of years ago.<br /><br />
Along the way, families complete interactive tasks, uncover fascinating discoveries, and earn their Expedition Badge by exploring, observing, questioning, and thinking like a real scientist.

Circular illuminated ceiling above a Microformer Lagree wellness session

3rd & 17th August 2026

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Mindful Museum: Microformer Lagree

3rd & 17th August 2026

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Mindful Museum: Microformer Lagree

A mixed evening Microformer session taking place beneath the dinosaurs. This high-intensity, low-impact workout strengthens your core and sharpens your mind. End your month with intention, movement, and connection.

Note: Microformer is limited to 10 spots, waitlist is open.

Registration will be available soon.

Visitors exploring marine life exhibits in the Our World Gallery at Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi

Every weekend in August

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Movement Through Water – Mini Tour

Large marine reptile exhibit in the Deep Sea Biome at Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi

Every weekend in August

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Deep Sea Discovery Tour

Every weekend in August

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Deep Sea Discovery Tour

Dive into one of the ocean’s most mysterious environments without ever leaving the museum. This guided experience explores the whale fall in the Deep Sea Biome and the OceanX interactive in Beyond the Horizon, revealing how life thrives in total darkness, from bone-eating worms to hydrothermal vent creatures that have never seen the sun. A journey into a world we are only just beginning to understand.

Illuminated Sun model and meteorite displays in the Story of Earth gallery

Marine animal skeletons displayed in the Evolving World gallery

Prehistoric elephant reconstruction in The Lost World of Abu Dhabi gallery

Human evolution displays illuminated inside the Human Story gallery

Immersive biodiversity displays inside the Our World gallery

Visitors exploring environmental displays in the Resilient Planet gallery

The Story of Earth

Collections

Over the next five years, our collection will expand to millions, becoming a global resource for research, education, and scientific discovery.

Education

Explore inspiring educational programmes and immersive learning experiences. To arrange a visit for your school, university, or community group, email: education@nhmad.ae.

View of Earth representing research into the planet's changing environments

Research: Earth

We explore the forces shaping Earth, from changing climates to shifting landscapes, to better understand our planet’s past, present, and future.

Flamingos gathered in shallow water for biodiversity research

Research: Life

From microscopic organisms to entire ecosystems, our research advances biodiversity, evolution, and conservation while deepening our understanding of life on Earth.

Dinosaur skeleton displayed above visitors in the museum atrium

Research: People

We aim to connect people and communities through shared knowledge, dialogue, and experiences, inspiring understanding, belonging, and meaningful engagement with science and culture.