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Acting President & CEO Meenakshi Sharma Named Engage! Cleveland Generation NEXT Mentor of the Year

The Mentor of the Year Award honors a leader who goes above and beyond in serving as a mentor or executive sponsor to emerging professionals within their organization.

Posted September 1, 2026

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Museum Celebrates 10 Years of Perkins Wildlife Center with Perkins10 Events

Monthlong anniversary celebration honors a decade of connecting visitors with Ohio’s native wildlife.

Posted August 28, 2026

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Museum Establishes Eric & Jane Nord Family Endowed Chair

Dr. Meghan Strong appointed to lead collections and lifelong learning initiatives that connect scientific research with audiences worldwide.

Posted August 20, 2026

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Museum Launches New Accessible Content for Fashion & Feather Exhibition

Digital companion expands exhibition access through audio, Spanish translation, and visitor-centered design.

Posted July 7, 2026

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Museum Announces Three New Additions to Curatorial Staff

The Museum is excited to welcome curators to advance research and conservation efforts in biodiversity, botany, and ornithology.

Posted May 28, 2026

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Museum Highlights New Improvements at Scheele Preserve on Kelleys Island

Trail enhancements, new interpretive signage, and upcoming Welcome Day underscore the Museum’s continued commitment to the preserve and Kelleys Island.

Posted May 26, 2026

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Research from Dr. Ebeth Sawchuk Helps Reveal How Eastern Africa's Earliest Herders Really Ate

A new study shows Eastern Africa’s earliest livestock herders continued fishing, hunting, and gathering for centuries after livestock were first brought to the region.

Posted May 19, 2026

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Museum Announces Promotion of Dr. Nicole Burt to Senior Director of Curatorial and Research Affairs

In this role, Dr. Burt will lead all science-based research and institutional initiatives at the Museum, guiding the organization’s curatorial vision and strategic direction.

Posted May 15, 2026

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New Photography Collaboration Showcases Wildlife Conservation at the Museum

This latest collection of photos continues to highlight some of the animal ambassadors who reside in Perkins Wildlife Center, with a special twist!

Posted April 29, 2026

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Museum to Host Dr. Nita Farahany for Timely Conversation on the Ethics of AI

Part of the Museum's Conversations with Women in STEAM series, the program will feature one of the world’s leading voices on the ethics of neuroscience and emerging technology.

Posted April 14, 2026

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The Museum Reaches 250,000 Participants Through Virtual Field Trips

The Museum's Education department has reached a major milestone, celebrating its 250,000th participant in its award-winning Virtual Field Trips program!

Posted April 13, 2026

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Museum Welcomes Four New Members to Board of Directors

The Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of four new members to its Board of Directors: Joshua J. Haney, AIA, Anne E. Holmes, Amanda J. Martinsek, and Anthony Panzica, P.E.

Posted April 6, 2026

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