Museums and the stories of objects
Museums care for collections and use them to support study, interpretation, and public understanding. Their subjects can include art, natural history, technology, local life, and many other fields. An object displayed in a gallery is only one visible part of this work. Records, storage, research, and decisions about presentation all contribute to what a visitor […]
Whales: Giants of the Ocean
Whales: Giants of the Ocean Whales are among the largest and most remarkable animals on Earth. These marine mammals live in oceans around the world, from warm tropical waters to the cold seas surrounding the poles. Life Beneath the Surface Although whales spend their lives in water, they breathe air through blowholes located on top […]