The National Museum of Natural History recently spruced up its iconic African elephant mount, which has greeted visitors since 1959 ...

Aiding researchers across the globe, the National Museum of Natural History maintains and preserves the world’s most extensive collection of natural history specimens. Geologists and other scientists ...

The National Museum of Natural History often receives requests for information on famous horses which are believed to be part of the Smithsonian's research collection or on display in the exhibit ...

Our special video series looks at some of the more unique shells at the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum on Sanibel, ...

Laid out like an orchestra in a quiet gallery room, 40 colorful gems have one of the planet’s most distinguished conductors: ...

The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History's exhibits and facilities (including restrooms, several gift shops and two cafes) are free to visit, but fees do apply for the Butterfly Pavilion ...

Jack Tamisiea is a Science Communications Specialist at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History. In addition to covering all things natural history for the museum's blog, Smithsonian ...

The National Museum of the American Indian in NYC has been around for more than 30 years, but is arguably one of the most overlooked museums in the city. With world-famous institutions like The Met, ...

Cosmic Splendor,’ on view in NYC, features dazzling pieces from the brand's Sous les Étoiles high jewelry collection.

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