MNCN Celebrates 255th Anniversary with Free Activities

The National Museum of Natural Sciences opens its doors for free on October 18th and offers a special program of scientific and cultural outreach on the 17th and 18th.

Facade of the National Museum of Natural Sciences (MNCN-CSIC) in Madrid.
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Facade of the National Museum of Natural Sciences (MNCN-CSIC) in Madrid.

The National Museum of Natural Sciences (MNCN-CSIC) celebrates its 255th anniversary on October 17th and 18th with a program of activities for all audiences and free access on Sunday.

The National Museum of Natural Sciences (MNCN-CSIC) is dressing up to commemorate its 255th anniversary. On October 17th and 18th, the museum has prepared an extensive program of activities aimed at all types of audiences, with the goal of showcasing its work and that of its collaborators.
Among the offerings are science activities with the Curiosity Cube, guided tours by cultural volunteers, puppet theater in the garden, and the exhibition of highly valuable items from the museum's collections.
Furthermore, on Sunday, October 18th, the museum's doors will be open free of charge throughout the day for all visitors.

We will include the detailed program soon! Don't miss it!

Based on information from the official source: Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales (MNCN-CSIC) (28/09/2026)