Explore the concept of race through sculpture. In the early 1930s, the Field Museum commissioned sculptor Malvina Hoffman to create bronze sculptures for an exhibition called The Races of Mankind.

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, ...

Built in 1881 on Tokomaru Bay, this wharenui (FAH-reh-new-EE) is one of only three such Maori meeting houses now outside of New Zealand. Structural elements of the house form the body of Ruatepupuke ...

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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 ...

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

Come face-to-face with one of the world’s most famous predators and experience the life of SUE the T. rex as never before. Featuring a new, fully articulated SUE cast with added gastralia (“belly ribs ...

Whether you’re throwing a micro wedding or planning a corporate private event, choose the Field Museum for an unforgettable experience at a historic venue. From outdoor terraces and spacious Stanley ...

Anchor: #explore-cultural-diversity-across-thousands-of-islands-in-the-pacific-ocean Explore cultural diversity across thousands of islands in the Pacific Ocean. The countries collectively referred to ...

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

Employees of a world-class institution like ours deserve world-class benefits. We’re proud to offer a competitive total compensation package with benefits designed to empower our staff to lead healthy ...

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: ...