And, researchers have just discovered, ancient bees would use the bones’ empty tooth sockets as nests. A new study published in the journal Royal Society Open Science documents this discovery, which ...

Come join Ezekia Mtetwa, Postdoctoral Research Scientist, and explore how Indigenous African metallurgists used complex technologies to create iron long before modern factories.

The use of the words “fact”, “hypothesis”, and “theory” in science can be confusing, especially if conducting research isn’t your everyday job! But these terms have specific meanings, and they’re part ...

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New Rapid Color Guide - Common Goldenrods of the Chicago RegionVideo ...

Field Explorer Camps invite curious kids to step into the role of scientist for a week of hands-on discovery inside the Field Museum. Guided by our museum educators, campers explore exhibitions, ...

Families with 2-6 year olds are invited to a free, drop-in storytime session hosted by Librarian Megan. The guest reader from Chicago Public Library will lead a fun-filled interactive PlayDate with ...

Field Museum scientist Luis Muro Ynoñán with the carving of a mythological bird creature in La Otra Banda, Cerro Las Animas. Photo by the Ucupe Cultural Landscape Archaeological Project A team of ...

Archaeopteryx is the fossil that proved Darwin right. It’s the oldest known fossil bird, and it helps show that all birds— including the ones alive today— are dinosaurs. And while the first ...

When a tree falls in a forest, regardless of whether anyone hears it, it sometimes becomes clam food. Wood that finds its way from rivers into the ocean can eventually become waterlogged and sink to ...

Continue exploring natural history with online resources and at-home activities for all ages. We’re rounding up some of our favorite ways to stay connected. If you're interested in seeing more on a ...