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

We are dedicated to inspiring, encouraging, and increasing participation of women in the sciences. We strive to eliminate gender bias through education, opportunity, mentoring, and dialogue. We ...

The Field Museum is in the heart of Chicago’s Museum Campus, at 1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive.

Our weekly seminar series features speakers and their research related to the study of natural history and culture. This session features Brian Weeks, School for Environment and Sustainability, ...

ABBOTT, M.L., 1954. Revision of the Palaeozoic fern genus Oligocarpia. Palaeontographica Abteilung B 96, 39–65. ARNOLD, C.A. 1938. Note on a lepidophyte strobilus ...

Carl Akeley, widely considered “the Father of Modern Taxidermy,” was not only a taxidermist, but also a naturalist, sculptor, writer and inventor. Over his long career he worked for several different ...

Although treatment of an object may sometimes be necessary, treatment alone is not sufficient to preserve collections for future. Objects inevitably deteriorate, but our objective as preservers of ...

Bring the Field Museum’s learning resources to your school or home to support learners engaging with science, nature, and world cultures. The lesson plans and activities draw from our collections, ...

Hear from Native American and Indigenous people as they tell their own stories—through words, music, dance, and art. Understand the historical significance of items in the Field’s collection, like ...

We offer a variety of opportunities for Chicago’s youth and families. The Field’s Youth and Family-Centered Conservation programs, events, and resources help young people from 3rd grade through high ...