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Cooperation Cooperations Research museums such as the Museum für Naturkunde do not work in isolation, but are always part of national and international networks. Networking with other research institutions and policy stakeholders promotes exchange and is the driving force behind innovative research. More about the Memberships of the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin you can find here.
Press release, 14-12-2016
Extinction of Species Evolution Fossils Genetics Mammals Research Data Management
Caribbean bats need 8 million years to recover from recent extinction waves New Study Shows Path to Long-Term Equilibrium in Species Numbers Disturbed by Myriad Extinctions, Many Caused by Humans
Press release, 28-04-2020
Evolution Fossils Saur
Could the oldest marine reptiles drop their tail? Perhaps, but they primarily used their tails for swimming
Press release, 05-02-2018
Amber Evolution Research Cluster Morphology Spider
When spiders had tails Chimerarachne looks like a spider and preserves several important spider features, but - it has also a long whip-like tail
Press release, 12-01-2023
Amber Research
Largest amber-preserved flower Scientists of the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin and the University of Vienna studied an exceptionally large flower inclusion, almost measuring 3 cm across.
Fri | 12/11/2015 | 17:12 Children’s Birthday Parties Celebrating your birthday at the Museum für Naturkunde is something very special – where else could you have dinosaurs as birthday guests? You can find the most relevant information on birthday parties on Frequently asked Questions on Children's Birthday Parties. Notice: Birthday parties for 2026 can be booked starting 02.06.2025.
Press release, 15-04-2021
Extinction of Species Evolution Research Fossils Ecosystem Mammals
While species come and go, their ecosystems persist over millions of years new study published in the renowned journal Science
Thu | 06/16/2016 | 14:45 Archive: Special Exhibition Besides many exciting permanent exhibitions, the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin presents an average of two to three large special exhibitions per year. Those deal with current scientific and socially relevant issues. Take a peek into our archive for special exhibitions. Enjoy! Parasites - Life Undercover July 7th 2020 – January 23rd 2022
Press release, 07-06-2019
Exhibition Digitalization Fossils Children Climate Change Collection
Summer Holiday offers at the Museum Spannende Einblicke in Forschung und Forschungssammlung, Sonderausstellungen und viele Führungen und Mitmach-Aktionen
Press release, 09-10-2017
Database Digitalization Evolution Morphology Collection Mammals
Live digitisation of antelope skulls The Museum für Naturkunde Berlin invites the public to take part in live research
SP2 Collection Future Center for Humanities of Nature The Center for Humanities of Nature brings together scholars and practitioners from the history of science, science and technology studies, the sociology of science and sustainability, cultural studies, museum studies and the arts. They focus on the politics, histories and cultures of nature through original research and public engagements in the field of knowledge transfer.
Fri | 03/22/2019 | 14:47 Transfer Transfer It is integral part of the Museum’s mission to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders and target groups. This includes the general public, the Berlin – Brandenburg community, as well as specific groups like policymakers, NGOs or the industry and other private actors. The Museum uses established formats but also experiments with different, individually tailored, approaches to engage with these diverse audiences. It has been successful in attracting and addressing young adult audiences and has developed into a space for public discourse and active citizenship.
Wed | 05/07/2025 | 12:30 bis 15:30 Open Museum Studio in the Microscopy Centre In our Open Museum Studio the objects are not behind glass, but on your hand, in front of your nose or under the microscope!
Wed | 05/28/2025 | 12:30 bis 15:30 Open Museum Studio in the Microscopy Centre In our Open Museum Studio the objects are not behind glass, but on your hand, in front of your nose or under the microscope!
Wed | 05/21/2025 | 12:30 bis 15:30 Open Museum Studio in the Microscopy Centre In our Open Museum Studio the objects are not behind glass, but on your hand, in front of your nose or under the microscope!
Wed | 05/14/2025 | 12:30 bis 15:30 Open Museum Studio in the Microscopy Centre In our Open Museum Studio the objects are not behind glass, but on your hand, in front of your nose or under the microscope!
Wed | 04/30/2025 | 12:30 bis 15:30 Open Museum Studio in the Microscopy Centre In our Open Museum Studio the objects are not behind glass, but on your hand, in front of your nose or under the microscope!
Wed | 04/23/2025 | 12:30 bis 15:30 Open Museum Studio in the Microscopy Centre In our Open Museum Studio the objects are not behind glass, but on your hand, in front of your nose or under the microscope!
Wed | 04/16/2025 | 12:30 bis 15:30 Open Museum Studio in the Microscopy Centre In our Open Museum Studio the objects are not behind glass, but on your hand, in front of your nose or under the microscope!
Wed | 04/09/2025 | 12:30 bis 15:30 Open Museum Studio in the Microscopy Centre In our Open Museum Studio the objects are not behind glass, but on your hand, in front of your nose or under the microscope!

Museum für Naturkunde Leibniz-Institut für Evolutions- und Biodiversitätsforschung