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Death by Natural Causes

4.7

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4.7

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⭐ Death by Natural Causes invites you into a fascinating and slightly unsettling journey through the hidden dangers of the natural world. Beneath beauty, color, and even familiarity lies a world of “malefactors” quietly doing the Grim Reaper’s work. Launching at The Paperworks, this exhibition reveals how nature can be as dangerous as it is captivating.
Highlights
🍄 Discover Hidden Dangers in Everyday Life
🧪 See the Science Behind the Risk
👣 Step Into the Unexpected
General Info
📅 Date: opening June 27, 2026! Choose your preferred date in the ticket selector (your ticket allows you to enter anytime during open hours)
🕒 Opening hours:
- Monday–Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (last entry)
- Friday & Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (last entry)
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (last entry)
⏳ Duration: approx. 60 minutes
📍 Location: The Paperworks (1115 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814)
👤 Age requirement: recommended for ages 8 and up
♿ Accessibility: wheelchair accessible
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
Description
From vibrant creatures and sweet-smelling plants to everyday materials you encounter without a second thought, Death by Natural Causes reveals the unexpected risks hiding in plain sight. Through authentic specimens, immersive environments, and hands-on interactives, you’ll uncover the science behind what can harm us directly or indirectly. Along the way, you’ll learn the real differences between poisonous, venomous, and toxic, while long-held myths and urban legends are put to the test with surprising, evidence-based truths.
The experience brings you face-to-face with both the exotic and the familiar—mushrooms, snakes, spiders, and even common foods—creating powerful moments of recognition, curiosity, and discovery. Equal parts thrilling and educational, Death by Natural Causes challenges you to question what you think you know, confront your fears, and see the natural world in an entirely new way. Step inside—but tread carefully… you may never look at what’s beneath your feet the same way again. Get your tickets now for Death by Natural Causes in Sacramento!

User reviews

4.7 /5

based on 16 reviews

Dana M.

Jul 2026

Wonderfully morbid and informative! I didn’t know what to expect from a little exhibit but it was super well put together. What a great addition to Sac!
Vanessa V.

Jul 2026

An exceptional exhibit! Full of interesting facts and details. Interactive and entertaining. If you're the type of person that likes to read all the details, I recommend at least two hours for this exhibit because it packed with so much useful and interesting facts and information. I highly recommend it!
Jul 2026

The installations were interesting, and I had a good time. However, it didn’t flow together all that much — some of the sections felt very disconnected from one another, and some of the information felt like random fun facts related to the theme. The place also could’ve benefited from a few benches or seats. I think all of this could be excused if the entry was 10 dollars instead of 20. 15 would be pushing it, and 20 feels like too much for what the exhibit is. It’s not bad by any means, but 20 pushes it down to 3 stars.
Rich H.

Jul 2026

fun and informative 👍
Daniela R.

Jul 2026

Utterly an amazing experience. Me and my date had so much fun!
Amber F.

Jun 2026

It was awesome. Way more than what I expected. There was so much I knew and so much I learned about during our visit. My family said we would definitely be back very soon!