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We're Making Headlines This Year!

At the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, we are always seeking new ways to deepen our understanding of the natural world and our place within it. Inspired by a century-long tradition of breakthrough discoveries, our researchers continue to expand the frontiers of scientific knowledge—exploring everything from our own backyards to the farthest reaches of the Universe.

The renowned work of our curators has been published in the most prestigious peer-reviewed journals. Our scientists train the next generation of experts, mentoring graduate and undergraduate students and leading them through the process of scientific discovery.

Below are just a few of examples of the Museum in the news: 

The New York Times featured the Museum's transformation, including the vision behind the project and new experiences underway.  

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History was featured as one of Wanderlust's best museum openings and expansions in 2024.

The Museum's stunning new Visitor Hall and ongoing transformation were featured on the cover of Properties' January edition.

The City of Cleveland and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History were highlighted as one of Travel + Leisure's top 50 destinations to visit in 2024.

Museum scientists were featured on Good Morning America to highlight the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse and praying mantis behavior.

Research from the Museum's anthropology department was featured in national media including National Geographic’s “The 11 most astonishing scientific discoveries of 2023.” 

Cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer featured an op-ed by Museum President & CEO, Sonia Winner.  

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