Paleontology Division of Museum of Texas Tech University

02/25/2026

Mark your Calendars! Dino Day is coming May 2, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

12/21/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Dr. Jeffrey Martz and Kendra Dean Wallace!!

12/19/2025

Step into the elegance, drama, and timeless style of Downton Abbey™ with Dressing the Abbey, an enchanting exhibition featuring thirty-six original costumes worn by the stars of the critically acclaimed television series.

12/12/2025

FUN FACT!! We are FREE already and closer to home! So before you head out and visit the MoMA, come to The Museum at Texas Tech see our two NEW EXHIBITS on Phytosaurs and Minerals for FREE!!!!
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MoMA PS1, the contemporary art kunsthalle in Queens, New York affiliated with the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), will eliminate admission fees for all visitors starting 1 January 2026, making it the largest museum in New York City to adopt a fully free-entry model. The three-year initiative, funded by the entrepreneur and collector Sonya Yu, coincides with the institution’s 50th anniversary.

Yu emphasised that her support reflects a belief in the role cultural institutions can play in shaping belonging and visibility. “Building authentic creative communities is a powerful force for social change,” she said in a statement, explaining that her experience as a Chinese immigrant and parent informs her focus on access. She added that she hopes her contribution “helps to inspire new generations to see themselves in art and experience its incredible power at PS1”.

The move to an admission-free model echoes MoMA PS1’s origins as an alternative art space. Since its founding in a former public school building in 1976, the museum has developed a reputation for centring emerging and experimental artists while maintaining strong ties to its surrounding neighbourhood in Long Island City. In recent years, the institution has expanded its accessibility offerings with multilingual resources in English, Spanish and Chinese, free event tickets for local residents and partnerships with community organisations.

https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/12/09/moma-ps1-free-admission-for-all-2026

10/23/2025

Enjoyed our own anthropology and museum science professor, Dr. S. Hurst, speak about his research in collaboration with Dr. E. Johnson at Connects 2025.
Museum at Texas Tech University Geological Society of America Lubbock Lake Landmark Texas Tech University
Connects 2025.

10/23/2025

Connects 2025 was a blast! Thanks, Geological Society of America!

10/21/2025

10/19/2025

Best dancing partners ever!! Opening night mixer at Connects 2025!

10/19/2025

Learning Salsa at GSA

10/18/2025

10/11/2025

Our Paleo Crew out at the Dino Day 2025 in Canyon, TX.

10/04/2025

🎨 Calling All K–12 Art Educators! 🎨

Experience. Explore. Create.
Join us for a FREE, full-day Professional Development Workshop designed to inspire your teaching and energize your classroom.

📅 Date: October 28, 2025
📍 Locations: The Museum at Texas Tech & CASP (Charles Adams Studio Project)
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

What to Expect:

🔍 The Art of Seeing – Learn to interpret and evaluate art with the Curator of Art at the Museum at Texas Tech. Gain tools and strategies to bring visual literacy into your classroom.

🖼️ Explore the Museum's Award-Winning Art Collection – Discover pieces that spark conversation and creativity among students of all ages.

✏️ Hands-On Art Techniques at CASP – Participate in engaging, classroom-friendly art activities designed for all age groups and ability levels. Leave with ideas you can implement the very next day!

🤝 Collaborate with Fellow Educators – Connect with art teachers and classroom educators from across the South Plains. Share experiences and ideas for art to thrive in the schools.

In partnership with:
The Museum at Texas Tech
CASP – Charles Adams Studio Project
Texas Tech University College of Education

RSVP today to secure your spot!
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