What did eastern Africa’s earliest herders really eat? New research involving Museum curator Dr. Elizabeth Sawchuk reveals a more complex story of survival and adaptation.
Posted June 4, 2026
Discover how the Migratory Bird Treaty Act transformed bird conservation, curbed the feather trade, and protects over 1,000 species today.
Posted May 27, 2026
In 2021, a boy's accidental discovery revealed a 2,000-year-old cache of stone tools. Now, a new study by CMNH researchers examines the mysteries hidden in the cache.
Posted May 19, 2026
A rare Blue Moon rises on May 31—learn more about this uncommon lunar event and how to observe it.
Posted May 12, 2026
Create a lasting, positive impact on the wildlife in your community with these few small steps.
Posted April 29, 2026
What does it take to make a museum sustainable? Learn how our new architecture puts sustainability front and center—and how these features helped us achieve LEED Platinum.
Posted April 20, 2026
Discover Ohio’s natural history through fossils, artifacts, and stories of Earth's ancient past—all preserved in Museum collections.
Posted April 8, 2026
Take a closer look at the mission helping shape the future of human space exploration.
Posted April 1, 2026
Find out why so many birds travel through Ohio each spring, plus how and where you can spot some.
Posted March 24, 2026
Meet five women whose discoveries changed science—from fossils to wildlife to conservation.
Posted March 17, 2026
This summer, Dr. Emma Finestone’s work in Kenya yielded new opportunities to connect students across the globe—and to inspire the next generation of archaeologists.
Posted October 29, 2025
Jane's words and life remind us that protecting our planet begins with the choices we make each day—and that every person has a role in creating a more sustainable future.
Posted October 14, 2025
