FIELD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

CHICAGO, IL

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The Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago, Illinois is one of the premier natural history museums in the United States. Founded in 1893, the museum houses a wide array of collections and displays. At the museum, visitors can explore exhibits highlighting human cultures, dinosaurs, and ancient Egyptian artifacts.

The museum’s permanent collections feature over 24 million artifacts and specimens, including over 75,000 items from its extensive natural history library. These collections are organized by theme, such as anthropology, botany, geology, and zoology. The museum also houses a collection of artifacts from the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition, which was held in Chicago.

The Field Museum also hosts a variety of educational programs and special events throughout the year. These include lectures, workshops, and guided tours, as well as seasonal activities such as the Spring Flower Show and the Summer Solstice Celebration. Visitors can also explore the museum’s interactive exhibits, such as the Ancient Americas, where they can learn about the history and culture of the region.

Additionally, the Field Museum of Natural History is home to Sue, the most complete T. rex fossil ever discovered. This iconic specimen can be seen in the museum’s Stanley Field Hall, along with other dinosaur fossils and ancient artifacts.

The Field Museum of Natural History is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Chicago. Its collections and exhibits provide a unique insight into the natural world, and its educational programs offer visitors the opportunity to learn more about the world around them.

FIELD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY is a Natural History & Natural Science Museum in CHICAGO IL. US MID #8401700547

The museum is classed as NAT (Natural History & Natural Science Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 74,354,966 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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FIELD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
1400 S LAKE SHORE DR
CHICAGO
IL
60605-2827

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MID # 8401700547
Name FIELD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
Alternate Name FIELD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
Classification Natural History & Natural Science Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 362167011
NTEECC A56
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 108,743,987
REVENUE 74,354,966
LAT/LONG 41.865028, -87.618974
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 031
US Census Tract: 330100
US Census Block: 4011