Museo de Historia Natural José Narciso Rovirosa

The Museo de Historia Natural José Narciso Rovirosa is a natural history museum in Villahermosa that displays the geological and biological characteristics of the Tabasco region. Six exhibition halls present fossils, animal specimens, and exhibits about the different ecosystems found in this area.

The museum opened in 1988 and received its current name in 1999 to honor José Narciso Rovirosa, a 19th-century naturalist who studied the region extensively. Rovirosa left behind an important scientific legacy through his work on local plant and animal life.

The museum presents the natural treasures of Tabasco by showing how local people understand and interact with their environment. The exhibitions connect scientific knowledge with regional traditions, revealing the role that nature plays in everyday life here.

The museum is located on Avenida Adolfo Ruiz Cortines in Villahermosa and is open Tuesday to Friday from 9:00 to 16:00, with extended weekend hours until 18:00. Check current opening times before your visit, as schedules may change seasonally.

The museum preserves a special collection of original writings and handwritten notes from José Narciso Rovirosa, documenting his research on insects and plants from the 19th century. These personal materials give visitors a direct look at how early naturalists worked and thought.