From wild carnivores to domestic companions, cats have their paws in science and culture alike. Learn about the characteristics of cats, big and small; walk through dynamic dioramas with dozens of ...

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Explore cultures present and past, find the latest scientific discoveries, and travel the world right here in Chicago.

All living things—including you!—contain remarkable feats of engineering. Investigate nature’s mechanical marvels in The Machine Inside: Biomechanics. You’ll uncover surprising strengths and hidden ...

Field Museum herpetologist, Sara Ruane, focus of fifth installment of series Museum open daily, 9am-5pm, last entry 4pm. Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

Museum open daily, 9am-5pm, last entry 4pm. Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

In the early 1930s, the Field Museum commissioned sculptor Malvina Hoffman to create bronze sculptures for an exhibition called The Races of Mankind. Hoffman, who trained under Auguste Rodin, traveled ...

A visitor favorite since the museum opened in 1921, the Grainger Hall of Gems has a history older than the Field Museum itself. At the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition, Tiffany & Co.’s gem collection ...

Explore the world in our galleries, right here in Chicago—all year long. Supporters at every giving level, from members to Founders’ Council donors, receive: Ready to join other passionate, engaged ...

See the Field Museum in a whole new light! Families and groups with kids ages 6 to 12 can spend the night at the museum during Dozin’ with the Dinos. Stay up late with scientists as the Field Museum ...