Museums
Moab Museum (Downtown Moab)
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What you’ll see: A broad interpretive collection featuring archaeology (4,000+ years), Native American artifacts, pioneer history, geology, dinosaur fossils, the uranium boom era, and unique items like an 1837 Antoine Robidoux inscription, historic piano from 1898, and a topographical relief map of Moab.
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Special exhibit: The current U92: Moab’s Uranium Legacy explores the Cold War-era uranium boom, its impact on health, culture, and environment, with immersive narratives and a focus on community stories; phase two opens July 2025.
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Practical info:
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Located at 118 E Center Street, open Tue–Sat, 9 AM–5 PM
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Admission: ~$10 adults, $8 for seniors/students/children, free for under‑7 and EBT; family pass ~$30
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Why it’s worth visiting: Despite its compact size, it packs a powerful storytelling punch with friendly staff and deep local insight .
Moab Giants Dinosaur Park & Tracks Museum (9 mi north on Hwy 313)
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What you’ll experience:
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An indoor Tracks Museum with interactive tech and fossilized footprint displays.
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A 3D theatre featuring immersive dinosaur films.
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A half‑mile outdoor trail with 100+ life‑size dinosaur reconstructions set in dramatic desert scenery.
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5D Paleo‑Aquarium, a VR experience diving into ancient seas.
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Fun extras: a Dino Playground, “Dig‑it‑Out” excavation zones for kids, a café, and gift shop.
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Good to know:
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Open every day except Wednesday, typically 10 AM–6 PM (last entry 5 PM)
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Passes for indoor + outdoor experiences cost ~$28 for adults, ~$21 youth; family passes available
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ADA‑friendly with restrooms, benches, shaded areas, picnic spots, and wheelchair access
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Film Museum at Red Cliffs Ranch (along Scenic Byway 128)
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What you’ll see: A free, self‑guided collection of memorabilia and props from classic Westerns filmed in Moab, including works by John Ford and stars like John Wayne, plus modern films like Thelma & Louise .
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Visiting details: Located at Mile Marker 14; check Red Cliffs Lodge site for daily hours; admission is free