The most ordinary things that come naturally to us like breathing, digesting, or simply existing, take monumental effort and adaptations for some species that live on our planet. Life at the Limits: Nature’s Superheroes takes a closer look at these amazing creatures, big and small, and showcases the wonder that is their evolution.

How to visit the Life at the Limits: Nature’s Superheroes exhibit at AMNH

Location: Floor 3, Gallery 3

Life at the Limits is a special exhibit not included with your general admission ticket. You need to buy an additional ticket to view this exhibit, or you can purchase the General Admission + 1 Ticketed Exhibit pass and select Life at the Limits as the ticketed exhibit of your choice on arrival. You can also choose the time you’d like to view the exhibit when you make the selection.

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Things to know before booking your tickets for the Life at the Limits exhibit

You need to purchase additional tickets to view Life at the Limits since it’s a ticketed special exhibit not included with your general admission.
You can add this exhibit as your special exhibit of choice with your General Admission + 1 Ticketed Exhibit pass. Simply select Life at the Limits at the entrance when you arrive and choose the time you’d like to view the exhibit on the day.
If you want to reschedule your experience to another day, you will have to purchase another General Admission ticket to enter the Museum.

Know before you go

Location: Floor 3, Gallery 3, next to the Reptiles and Amphibians Hall
Timings: 10am to 5:30pm
Duration: Explore at your own pace
Reservation required: Yes
Included with general admission: No
Accessibility: The exhibit is wheelchair accessible

Frequently asked questions about the Life at the Limits exhibit at AMNH

Is the Life at the Limits exhibit kid-friendly?

Yes, the interactive gallery and large-scale models create a fun and engaging experience for children.

Is re-entry allowed with my ticket?

Since it’s a ticketed and timed-entry special exhibit, re-entry is not allowed for this experience. You can spend as much time as you like exploring the exhibit at your own pace.

How much time should I spend in this exhibit?

Visitors can take anywhere between 1 to 3 hours exploring different sections of this exhibit. It’s a timed-entry exhibit but there’s no fixed duration, so you can explore at your own pace.