American Museum of Natural History
New York City · United States · Founded 1869
One of the world's preeminent natural history museums, beside Central Park on the Upper West Side.
About American Museum of Natural History
Founded in 1869, the museum spans more than 33 million specimens and artefacts across 25 interconnected buildings, recently expanded by Studio Gang's Richard Gilder Center.
Highlights include the Hall of Saurischian Dinosaurs, the Hayden Planetarium, and the Akeley Hall of African Mammals.
Collections & Highlights
Frequently Asked Questions
A small ask before you go
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