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Natural history and sciences museums

There are 420 natural history museums in the United States. Combined, these natural history museums employ 19,411 people, earn more than $3 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $16 billion.
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Job trends for Natural history museums

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
57
1-10
 
56
11-25
 
35
26-100
 
43
101 to 1,000
 
23
1,000+
 
3
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Sizes of natural history museums

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
114
$250k to $1M
 
58
$1M to $5M
 
57
$5M to $25M
 
21
$25M to $100M
 
10
$100M+
 
5
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Directory of natural history museums

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1-20 of 420

California Academy of Sciences

California Academy of Sciences engages visitors with an aquarium, planetarium, and educational programs to promote biodiversity, scientific literacy, and environmental appreciation.
Revenue
$89.4m
Assets
$782.1m
Employees
704
EIN
94-1156258
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Museum of Natural History

Museum conducting scientific research and education with collections and exhibits, serving teachers and students online and onsite.
Revenue
$246.8m
Assets
$1.7b
Employees
1,337
EIN
13-6162659
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Denver Museum of Nature and Science ignites curiosity through exhibitions, theater, and planetarium shows, advancing research and inspiring learners with camps, school programs, and community partnerships.
Revenue
$57.2m
Assets
$27.7m
Employees
503
EIN
84-0518447
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Smithsonian Institution (SI)

Smithsonian Institution shares knowledge and heritage with the world through preservation, discovery, and resource sharing. Run by Bunch in DC.
Revenue
$1.9b
Assets
$7.9b
Employees
7,334
EIN
53-0206027
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Fernbank

Fernbank brings science to life through immersive natural history exhibits, a giant screen theater, and old-growth forest exploration that inspires lifelong learning.
Revenue
$18.6m
Assets
$46.8m
Employees
186
EIN
58-6028607
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History (FWMSH)

Dedicated to lifelong learning and anchored by our rich collections, the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History engages our diverse community through creative, vibrant programs and exhibits interpreting science and the stories of Texas and the Southwest.
Revenue
$11.0m
Assets
$69.7m
Employees
234
EIN
75-0755335
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Cleveland Museum of Natural History inspires discovery through hands-on science learning, research and collections, conservation programs, and exhibits that promote nature, health, and sustainability.
Revenue
$31.6m
Assets
$437.3m
Employees
224
EIN
34-0714338
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh

Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh features four dynamic museums, fostering exploration through art and science, while promoting inclusivity and community engagement with educational initiatives.
Revenue
$116.0m
Assets
$649.1m
Employees
1,111
EIN
25-0965280
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Houston Museum of Natural Science

Houston Museum of Natural Science sparks lifelong curiosity through immersive exhibits, films, and hands-on programs, drawing on 1.5 million objects to advance science learning.
Revenue
$48.4m
Assets
$299.4m
Employees
944
EIN
74-1036131
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History Foundation

The Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History Foundation supports exhibits, collections, research, and education, inspiring wonder and discovery in nature, science, and culture.
Revenue
$84.5m
Assets
$487.1m
Employees
577
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
$6.5m
Assets
$21.7m
Employees
117
EIN
36-0895575
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Science History Institute

Science History Institute is a free museum and library in philadelphia, dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and sharing histories of chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences for a global audience.
Revenue
$9.3m
Assets
$39.7m
Employees
88
EIN
22-2817365
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Witte Museum

Witte Museum shares Texas' story through natural history, culture, and art, inspiring lifelong learning with transformative exhibits and community programs in nature and science.
Revenue
$15.7m
Assets
$82.3m
Employees
101
EIN
74-1400537
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)

The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) enriches the world by collecting, preserving, and making accessible a wide variety of musical instruments and performance videos from every country in the world.
Revenue
$41.1m
Assets
$199.6m
Employees
115
EIN
16-1743588
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
$25.8m
Assets
$110.2m
Employees
237
EIN
23-1352000
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Field Museum of Natural History

Field Museum of Natural History drives collection-based research and public learning, linking science and culture through 30 million objects to understand nature and humanity.
Revenue
$114.8m
Assets
$932.9m
Employees
717
EIN
36-2167011
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ocean Wise Conservation Association

Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre empowers ocean conservation through self-supporting, non-profit research, education, and sustainable seafood programs.
Revenue
$10.9m
Assets
$33.0m
Employees
96
EIN
98-0050185
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
$15.4m
Assets
$19.4m
Employees
464
EIN
46-0435791
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lindsay Wildlife Experience

A wildlife education and rehabilitation center inspiring responsibility, respect, and connection to our environment for over 65 years.
Revenue
$3.5m
Assets
$11.3m
Employees
61
EIN
94-6104179
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)
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This category corresponds to the "A56: Natural History, Natural Science Museums" National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) code. Cause IQ determines NTEEs for organizations by its own internally-developed secret-sauce algorithms.
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