Black swallowtail butterflies (Papilio polyxenes) are an extraordinarily beautiful and common butterfly that, with the right plants, many people can observe in their own backyards. We receive tons of questions […]
What Goes Into Making a Museum-Quality Taxidermy Mount or Study Skin?
Have you ever wondered what goes into making a museum-quality taxidermy mount or study skin? Nature Museum Volunteer Coordinator Annamarie Fadorsen gives you a glimpse into the detailed work that goes into it in this video.
Founder’s Week: Chicago Academy of Sciences Timeline Part I
Interested in learning more about the history of the Chicago Academy of Sciences? Then delve into this first part of our timeline spanning our history from 1856-1894!