American Museum of Natural History
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world’s preeminent scientific and cultural institutions.
Since its founding in 1869, the Museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.
The Museum is renowned for its exhibitions and scientific collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present a panorama of the world's cultures.
Mission Statement
To discover, interpret, and disseminate—through scientific research and education—knowledge about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe.
Resources from American Museum of Natural History
Our Earth's Future
Our Earth’s Future is about the science of climate change and how to talk about it. You will learn from scientists in the fields of climatology, oceanography, Earth science, and anthropology who study how climate change is affecting people, populatio...
Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators
How have advances in genetics affected society? What do we need to know to make ethical decisions about genetic technologies? This course includes the study of cloning, genetic enhancement, and ownership of genetic information. Course participants wi...