Hardcore Natural History - Collection Curiosities

Community Museums have consistently shown themselves to be cornerstones of natural and cultural histories. These small but mighty spaces have spent centuries at the heart of communities all over the world, and on July 7, you’ll get the opportunity to learn a number of behind-the-scenes secrets. Have you ever wondered what wacky things have been collected over the years? How on earth one person could catalog thousands upon thousands of specimens? What exactly happens when you freeze-dry a dead animal? How are these museums working to be a partner and ally of all cultures and peoples? All of these questions and more are going to be answered by our incredible panel of museum professionals. We invite you to come listen to fun stories, join in important conversations, explore the curiosities of collections, and reflect on the role these museums have on local histories. Register above to come to this incredible talk!