Exploring the wonders of our world and beyond
For more than a century, scientific research has shaped how the Cleveland Museum of Natural History understands and shares the story of our world. Today, our scientists continue to build on that foundation, pursuing questions that reveal new insights into the natural world and the Universe.
Discovery here is both rooted in the Museum’s past and focused on what comes next. Our scientists conduct fieldwork, study collections built across generations, and utilize our specialized research facilities to examine evidence in new ways. Through their work, they add to a body of knowledge that continues to grow and change.
Collections
The Museum’s collections preserve millions of specimens and objects that document the natural world and human history. Built over generations, they provide a long-lasting scientific record that researchers can examine and return to with new questions, methods, and technologies.
Our state-of-the-art collections facility provides specialized spaces designed to protect these specimens while keeping them accessible for ongoing research.
Research Facilities
Our research facilities offer scientists tools and spaces to examine specimens in new ways. From preparing and preserving biological and fossil materials to molecular analysis and more, these facilities support research by Museum scientists and visiting researchers.
Policies and Procedures
Researchers interested in accessing the Museum’s collections or research facilities can review policies and procedures for information about requirements when planning a visit.
The Museum in the News
Science is central to the Museum’s work—both behind the scenes and in the ways we interact with our community. Visit the Press Room for the latest institutional news, announcements, and information about our scientists and their work.
