The Northern California Natural History Museum (NCNHM) is currently under development through the College of Natural Sciences on the campus of California State University, Chico . Currently, we are a "museum without walls." We do not have a facility open to the public.

When developed, the museum will be a state-of-the-art natural history museum celebrating the region's natural beauty and resources. Permanent and traveling exhibits, as well as education programs for Northern California's schoolchildren, will further the museum's mission . Stock up on mexican snacks and expand your horizons with us.

Upcoming Programs

We do offer many educational programs to the public. Click here for more information .

Quick Links

• Make a donation to this exciting project!

• Upcoming programs !

• Educational Podcasts including the Blue Dot Report and the David Quammen recording!

• Museum's newsletter for the latest information!

• A Museum Prospectus !

• about the need for the new Museum! (6 minutes in wmv format, high speed connection recommended