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science11 days ago•46 min saved

Fully intact 5-million-year saber-toothed cat skull pulled from museum drawer

A UC Berkeley postdoc identified a nearly complete skull of the 5-million-year-old saber-toothed cat Adelphailurus kansensis found in a drawer at the American Museum of Natural History. This marks the first fully complete skull of the species, offering new insight into saber-toothed evolution; researchers note that the upper canines were highly effective but fragile, and as large prey declined after the last ice age, these cats likely faced extinction around 10,000 years ago.

via Yahoo|

#adelphailurus-kansensis #american-museum-of-natural-history #journal-of-vertebrate-paleontology

science1 month ago•2 min saved

Sea's New King: Meet Tylosaurus rex, the 43-Foot Ocean Predator

Paleontologists reclassified twelve fossil specimens as Tylosaurus rex, a 43-foot, 3–4-ton marine reptile that ruled the ancient seas about 80–84 million years ago, distinct from the smaller Tylosaurus proriger by its serrated teeth and other features. The find, including the famous 'The Black Knight' skeleton now at Dallas's Perot Museum, comes from fossils in Texas and Kansas and could reshape how scientists understand early marine reptile evolution; the study was published May 21, 2026 in the Bulletin of the American Museum of Natural History.

via DOGO News|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #fossil-discovery #marine-reptiles

obituaries10 months ago•1 min saved

Paleontologist Mark Norell, Expert on Dinosaur-Bird Link, Dies at 68

Mark Norell, a renowned paleontologist known for his research on the evolutionary connection between dinosaurs and birds and his expeditions worldwide, died at 68 due to heart failure. He was a key figure at the American Museum of Natural History, where he curated exhibitions and led fossil hunts in various countries.

via The New York Times|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #birds #dinosaurs

science1 year ago•1 min saved

Carter Emmart's Final Cosmic Journey

Carter Emmart, the longtime director of astro-visualization at the Hayden Planetarium, is retiring after nearly three decades of creating immersive planetarium shows that explore the universe, but he is eager to explore new galaxies beyond his current role.

via The New York Times|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #astronomy #carter-emmart

science1 year ago•3 min saved

Pedro Pascal Stars in New Space Show Unveiling Cosmic Mysteries in NYC

Pedro Pascal narrates a new space show at the American Museum of Natural History's Hayden Planetarium, offering a visually stunning 20-minute journey through the Milky Way that combines scientific research with immersive visualization, including a recent discovery of a spiral-shaped structure in the Oort cloud.

via Time Out|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #cosmic-discovery #encounters-in-the-milky-way

culture1 year ago•5 min saved

World's Priciest Dinosaur Fossil Unveiled at NYC's AMNH

The Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation, a new wing of the American Museum of Natural History, offers a captivating experience with its unique architecture and diverse exhibits. Highlights include the impressive stegosaurus fossil named Apex, the Susan and Peter J. Solomon Family Insectarium, the Davis Butterfly Vivarium, and the immersive Invisible Worlds video experience. The center's design and interactive displays make it a must-visit for families and visitors of all ages.

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#american-museum-of-natural-history #culture #dinosaurs

science1 year ago•1 min saved

World's Most Expensive Stegosaurus Fossil Debuts at NYC Museum

The American Museum of Natural History is showcasing a new Stegosaurus named "Apex," believed to be the largest ever found, starting December 8. This 11.5-foot-tall, 27-foot-long dinosaur is 80% complete and is on a four-year loan from financier Kenneth C. Griffin, who purchased it for $45 million. Discovered in 2022 in Colorado, Apex will provide valuable scientific data and is displayed in a defensive pose. It will eventually join the museum's fourth-floor collection next fall.

via westsiderag.com|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #dinosaur-discovery #exhibition

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Belichick's Coaching Future in Question Amid UNC Talks and Red Carpet Debut

Bill Belichick made a rare red carpet appearance with his girlfriend Jordon Hudson at The Museum Gala in New York City, amid rumors of his potential candidacy for the head coaching position at the University of North Carolina. The event marked the couple's first major public outing together, following Belichick's split from longtime girlfriend Linda Holiday. Belichick, a six-time Super Bowl champion, is reportedly one of several candidates for the UNC job, despite his lack of college coaching experience.

via New York Post |

#american-museum-of-natural-history #bill-belichick #jordon-hudson

science1 year ago•1 min saved

Ken Griffin's $45M Stegosaurus 'Apex' Debuts at NYC Museum

The American Museum of Natural History in New York has unveiled 'Apex,' one of the most complete Stegosaurus skeletons ever discovered. This 11-foot-tall, 20-foot-long fossil, found in Colorado and auctioned for $44.6 million, is on loan to the museum. Stegosaurus, a herbivorous dinosaur known for its distinctive plates and spiky tail, lived in North America during the Jurassic Period. The exhibit has generated excitement due to the dinosaur's iconic status and the fossil's completeness.

via Newsmax|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #dinosaurs #exhibition

science1 year ago•2 min saved

World's Most Expensive Dinosaur Fossil Unveiled at NYC Museum

Hedge fund billionaire Ken Griffin has purchased a nearly complete stegosaurus fossil, named Apex, for $44.6 million, which will be displayed at the American Museum of Natural History for four years. Discovered in Colorado in 2022, Apex is one of the largest stegosaurs ever found, measuring 11 feet tall and 27 feet long. Museum paleontologists plan to study the fossil to gain insights into the growth and metabolic rate of stegosaurs, with a focus on its femur. Apex's skeleton was well-preserved, with a notable self-inflicted wound from its tail spike.

via Gizmodo|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #dinosaurs #ken-griffin

culture2 years ago•3 min saved

"Challenges Faced by Museums in Displaying Native American Artifacts"

The American Museum of Natural History closed its Native American exhibits to comply with updated federal regulations, prompting disappointment from visitors who were not given prior notice. A tribal leader suggested that the museum could have avoided the sudden shutdown by working with tribes earlier. The closures are a result of the revamped Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, requiring the return of human remains and cultural items to recognized tribes. The museum plans to consult with tribes before displaying the artifacts again, emphasizing the importance of providing proper context and acknowledging the vibrancy of indigenous communities.

via New York Post |

#american-museum-of-natural-history #cultural-preservation #culture

cultureart2 years ago•2 min saved

"Museums Remove Native American Exhibits in Response to New Federal Regulations"

The American Museum of Natural History in NYC has closed two exhibit halls containing Native American artifacts to comply with new federal regulations under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGRPA), which now requires consultation and consent to display items. Other institutions have also made similar changes. The museum president stated that the exhibits are outdated and closing them reflects a growing urgency among museums to change their relationships to and representation of Indigenous cultures. The closures affect the Eastern Woodlands and Great Plains halls, which contained a significant number of cultural objects.

via USA TODAY|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #cultureart #federal-regulations

culture2 years ago•5 min saved

Museums Close Native American Exhibits Amid Federal Regulations

New York's American Museum of Natural History is closing two halls featuring Native American artifacts in compliance with updated federal regulations requiring permission from tribes to display their objects. The move follows the recent revisions to the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (Nagpra), giving more authority to tribes and mandating museums to obtain consent for showcasing or researching human remains or cultural items. The closures signal a shift towards increased tribal inclusion in repatriation processes and the need for collaboration between tribes and institutions.

via The Guardian|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #culture #museum-closures

us2 years ago•4 min saved

Museums Across the US Close Native American Exhibits in Response to New Regulations

New York's American Museum of Natural History is closing two halls featuring Native American objects, citing their severe outdatedness and cultural sensitivity. This move reflects a growing urgency among museums to change their relationships with tribes and how they exhibit Indigenous cultures, in compliance with revamped federal regulations. Other institutions, such as the Field Museum in Chicago and Harvard University's Peabody Museum, have also taken similar steps to cover or remove Native American exhibits. The revised regulations require museums to obtain consent from tribes for exhibiting and conducting research on Indigenous artifacts, including human remains and cultural objects, with a focus on repatriation.

via CBS News|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #cultural-sensitivity #federal-regulations

culture2 years ago•1 min saved

"New Federal Regulations Prompt Closure of Native American Exhibits in Major Museums"

Museums across the United States are closing or adapting exhibits featuring Native American artifacts in response to new federal regulations requiring consultation, collaboration, and consent from descendants of Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations. The goal is to expedite the return of Native American remains and sacred items to tribes. The American Museum of Natural History in New York is closing two halls featuring Native American objects due to the new regulations, acknowledging the need to change their representation of Indigenous cultures.

via CNN|

#american-museum-of-natural-history #cultural-patrimony #culture