University of Arkansas Museum

Happy Graduation Day, University of Arkansas! 🎓

This commencement gown is from our historical collections, and was worn during a baccaluareate ceremony in 1896 by Mrs. R.E. Bagby. Bagby was a member of the first U of A graduating class to wear such traditional regalia. This ceremonial dress is still worn today. Congratulations to all the UA students who are completing the great accomplishment of graduation! We are proud of your hard work.

Happy Cinco de Mayo! 🎉

The celebration of Cinco de Mayo recognizes the Mexican victory over France in 1862 during the Battle of Puebla. During the 1860s in Mexico, a new design for copper coins was introduced to feature the Seated Liberty image. This specific coin from our collections is one of the original coins minted during this time at the Chihuahua Mint. We have a wide variety of currency here at the Museum, and this is just one of many fascinating coins in the collections! Come learn more about the coins of our past by booking your tour today!

Happy Earth Month from the University of Arkansas Museum! 🌏

If you want to learn about the amazing specimens that our Earth produces, schedule a tour and visit our geology collecions!

Here are a couple of mineral samples from our geology collections!

We have garnet and opal, two iconic and stunning geology specimens. If you want to see more, schedule your tour and request to see our geology collections!

Looking for a paid summer internship?

Check out the link in our bio to learn more about one at the UARK Museum this summer in partnership with the School of Art. Deadline to apply: April 20, 2026

Happy International Women's Month!

The University of Arkansas Museum is run by two amazing curators: Laurel Lamb and Mary Suter. Thank you two for all of your hard work, as well as the many other women who assist with various tasks across the museum!

Have you finished your Administrative Support Assistant application? The deadline to apply is April 3, and we want to see you in our list of applicants! Visit the link in our bio for more information about the role, and join our staff.