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Hours

Winter/Spring

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 -  MAY 23, 2026

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 

WEEKDAYS

10:00 – 5:00 pm 

WEEKENDS

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Admission

All tickets are 2-day passes

General Admission

  • Adult $25.95
  • Youth (Ages 3-17) $19.95
  • Senior (Ages 65+) $23.95

Admission + Film

  • Adult $30.90
  • Youth (Ages 3-17) $24.90
  • Senior (Ages 65+) $28.90

Featured
Attractions

Jim & Jean Gantz Otter Habitat Expansion

Everyone's favorite otters will now get to enjoy both an indoor and outdoor habitat. This new space will feature a plunge pool, "Wotter" slide, a pop-up bubble for guests, and an accessible walk-in viewing area.

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To The Moon: Snoopy Soars with NASA

Just before the first man landed on the moon, Snoopy soared through space!

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Shop with Purpose

Holiday shopping just got easier. Our Museum Stores are stocked full of unique children's toys and games, river apparel, Dubuque apparel, local wines and beers, books, jewelry, and more. Plus you know that your purchase directly supports our historic preservation  and conservation efforts.No admission is necessary.  It is always FREE to check out our museum stores!

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Moon Jellies

Featured Animal

Moon Jellies

Moon Jellies don’t even have a mouth? Instead, when they feed, tiny plankton get trapped on the jelly’s mucus lining and are absorbed into their stomach pouches.Moon Jellies also…

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Hair Wreath Memorial

Featured Collection

Hair Wreath Memorial

Framed human hair might sound spooky, but this month’s Collection Spotlight is a heartfelt memorial from daughters to their mother, Johanne “Amalie” Feuchter Mannstedt. 

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Membership

Free admission, reciprocal perks, and exclusive benefits!

Learn how your membership inspires stewardship of our rivers and history for individuals and families from around the world.

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