Natuurmuseum Groningen

Natuurmuseum Groningen is a natural history museum in the Dutch city of Groningen with collections of fossils, minerals, and taxidermy specimens. The objects showcase natural environments from both the local region and other parts of the world.

The museum was founded in 1932 and developed into a leading educational institution for natural sciences in northern Netherlands. Over the decades, it has expanded its collections and solidified its role as an important center for understanding local nature.

The museum displays how nature works in the Groningen region and invites visitors to explore the diversity of local habitats. The exhibitions connect scientific information with visual examples that make understanding accessible.

The museum is located in central Groningen and is easily accessible on foot. Visitors will find information available in multiple languages and can explore temporary exhibitions in dedicated gallery spaces.

The museum maintains special collections of native plant species from the Groningen region that show how the local environment has changed over time. This documentation allows visitors to trace the history of nature in their own backyard.

Location: Groningen

Inception: 1932

GPS coordinates: 53.21500,6.55944

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:47