Philippe Wagneur / Muséum Genève

Visit the Swiss scientific collections

in person and virtually

Discover the treasures of our collections

Here starts an extraordinary journey to uncover the hidden and forgotten treasures within Switzerland’s natural history collections. Marvel at rare and ancient fossils that transport you back in time, and intricate minerals that sparkle with natural beauty. Explore fascinating artifacts that reveal the secrets of Earth’s diverse ecosystems and geological wonders. Each exhibit is a captivating story waiting to be discovered, from the tiniest insect specimens to majestic prehistoric creatures.

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Temporary exhibitions of our institutions

Every day of the year, come discover specific elements of our collections through the temporary exhibitions of our institutions. Don’t hesitate to come back for the permanent exhibition too.

La mano del clima e la mano dell’uomo

01.03.2025 - 21.02.2026
The exhibition traces in chronological order the climate changes of the last 200 thousand years through the fossils of the large mammals that lived in the Canton of Ticino and Lombardy
Museo cantonale di storia naturale Lugano

Nature