This collection of audio recordings is a comprehensive collection of nature sounds with an emphasis on California species and environments. It includes the sounds of specific insects, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, as well as natural, ambient soundscapes. Portions of this collection are also available online.
Recordings may be purchased for commercial or nonprofit uses, and may be previewed by appointment.
Today is Tuesday: The Museum is closed.
Museum + Store Hours
Wednesday–Thursday, 11 am–5 pm
Friday, 11 am–9 pm
Saturday–Sunday, 11 am–5 pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Blue Oak café
Wednesday–Sunday, 11 am–4 pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday
more info + menu
Enter the Museum garage entrance on Oak Street between 10th and 12th streets.
Parking is just $1/hour with Museum validation.
Parking without validation is $2.50/hour.
Bring your ticket to the Ticketing booth on Level 2 for validation.
Admission rates
$12 general
$9 seniors and students
$6 youth, ages 9–17
Free for children 8 and under and for OMCA Members.
Admission is free the first Sunday of every month.
Free First Sundays are made possible in part by Wells Fargo.
