We are exploring more taxidermy at NHMLA, this time we are learning hidden details about the dioramas. Meet our African gorilla, see a herd of bison and some lurking predatory wolves, and learn why a swamp diorama got new river otters. Chris talks to Tim Bovard, the Museum’s head taxidermist, about how our dioramas are … Read more
You can see lots of mounted animals at NHMLA, from birds and bears to lions and walruses. Have you ever wondered who does all this taxidermy? Go behind the scenes and visit the lab of Tim Bovard, the Museum’s experienced taxidermist for over 30 years. Tim shows us how he prepares a skin for display, … Read more
California isn’t just the golden state, we’re also a great place to find gemstones. NHM’s curator of mineralogy Dr. Aaron Celestian shows us around the gem vault and behind the scenes of our mineral exhibits to learn about California’s gems and reveal how gold nuggets are formed. He also reveals some tips about where to … Read more