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Natural history and sciences museums

There are 372 natural history museums in the United States. Combined, these natural history museums employ 16,633 people, earn more than $3 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $13 billion.
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Job trends for Natural history museums

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
53
1-10
 
45
11-25
 
34
26-100
 
30
101 to 1,000
 
24
1,000+
 
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Sizes of natural history museums

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
94
$250k to $1M
 
65
$1M to $5M
 
39
$5M to $25M
 
20
$25M to $100M
 
7
$100M+
 
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Directory of natural history museums

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1-20 of 372

California Academy of Sciences

California Academy of Sciences is a natural history or sciences museum in San Francisco, CA whose mission is: The mission of the California Academy of Sciences is to explore, explain, and sustain life.
Revenue
$89.4m
Assets
$782.1m
Employees
704
EIN
94-1156258
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Denver Museum ignites passion for nature and science, through research contributing to scientific knowledge, and presenting dynamic exhibits, programs and partnerships.
Revenue
$57.2m
Assets
$27.7m
Employees
503
EIN
84-0518447
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Smithsonian Institution (SI)

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, consisting of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park, and nine research facilities.
Revenue
$2.0b
Assets
$7.6b
Employees
7,367
EIN
53-0206027
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Inspiring a passion for nature, Cleveland Museum of Natural History explores, engages, and empowers for a sustainable future.
Revenue
$21.4m
Assets
$384.5m
Employees
171
EIN
34-0714338
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Houston Museum of Natural Science

Houston's natural science museum offers extensive collections, interactive exhibits, films, and educational opportunities for all ages.
Revenue
$48.4m
Assets
$299.4m
Employees
944
EIN
74-1036131
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Fernbank

Fernbank: Inspiring natural history learning through immersive programs, exploration, and discovery to promote appreciation of our planet and its inhabitants.
Revenue
$13.4m
Assets
$44.1m
Employees
190
EIN
58-6028607
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History Foundation

NHM inspires wonder and fosters responsibility for nature and culture through exhibits, education, research, and public programs.
Revenue
$75.1m
Assets
$454.9m
Employees
562
EIN
95-6132185
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is a nature museum located in Chicago, Illinois. The museum focuses on the natural history of the Chicago region, child and adult education, and is known for its live butterfly house.
Revenue
$7.3m
Assets
$23.1m
Employees
99
EIN
36-0895575
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Witte Museum

Witte Museum offers transformative experiences in nature, science, and culture through exhibitions, events, and educational programming in San Antonio.
Revenue
$15.7m
Assets
$82.3m
Employees
101
EIN
74-1400537
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Frost Science

We aim to make a difference in people's lives by inspiring them to appreciate the impact that science and technology can have on every facet of our world.
Revenue
$22.8m
Assets
$196.6m
Employees
295
EIN
59-0854960
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia

Founded in 1812, the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University is a leading natural history museum dedicated to advancing research, education, and public engagement in biodiversity and environmental science.
Revenue
$22.4m
Assets
$107.1m
Employees
246
EIN
23-1352000
IRS type
501(c)(3)

San Diego Society of Natural History

San Diego Society of Natural History promotes biodiversity through research, education, and community engagement while offering public programs and exhibitions on natural history.
Revenue
$27.3m
Assets
$75.0m
Employees
237
EIN
95-1643375
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Field Museum of Natural History

Field Museum: Research and education center with four science centers, providing maintenance and security services, located in Chicago, IL.
Revenue
$114.8m
Assets
$932.9m
Employees
717
EIN
36-2167011
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Washington Pavilion Management

Washington Pavilion Management enriches the community through arts, entertainment, and science, offering engaging programs and educational experiences for all ages.
Revenue
$14.8m
Assets
$17.8m
Employees
471
EIN
46-0435791
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History

Inspires awe for nature and connects communities. Two sites: Mission Creek and Sea Center. Over 50k served in 2019.
Revenue
$10.5m
Assets
$96.7m
Employees
178
EIN
95-1643378
IRS type
501(c)(3)

EcoTarium

EcoTarium is a natural history or sciences museum in Worcester, MA whose mission is: To inspire a passion for science and nature.
Revenue
$10.5m
Assets
$27.3m
Employees
113
EIN
04-2105868
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Wild Center

The Wild Center educates and inspires the public about the Adirondacks, offering programs in education, exhibition, and more.
Revenue
$7.0m
Assets
$34.2m
Employees
113
EIN
14-1811534
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Echo Leahy Center for Lake

ECHO at the Leahy Center for Lake Champlain is a world-class lake aquarium and science center on historic Burlington Waterfront. To educate and delight people about the ecology, culture, history and opportunity for stewardship of the Lake Champlain basin.
Revenue
$6.0m
Assets
$23.7m
Employees
98
EIN
03-0347288
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bishop Museum

Bishop Museum is Hawaii's caretaker of cultural and natural history collections, offering educational experiences through the exploration of Hawaii and the Pacific.
Revenue
$21.1m
Assets
$89.3m
Employees
232
EIN
99-0161980
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum

"the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum - a unique combination of mansion, marine and natural history Museum, planetarium and park - is dedicated to the education and enjoyment of the people of long island and beyond.
Revenue
$4.0m
Assets
$19.0m
Employees
121
EIN
11-6037002
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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