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Natural history and sciences museums

There are 526natural history museums in the United States. Combined, these natural history museumsemploy 8,790 people, earn more than $713 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $5 billion.
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Job trends for Natural history museums

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
12
1-10
18
11-25
20
26-100
24
101 to 1,000
18
1,000+
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Sizes of natural history museums

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
31
$250k to $1M
25
$1M to $5M
29
$5M to $25M
15
$25M to $100M
4
$100M+
1
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Directory of natural history museums

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1-20 of 526

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
$95.2m
Assets
$832.2m
Employees
641
EIN
94-1156258
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Museum of Natural History (AMNH)

To discover, interpret, and disseminate--through scientific research and education--knowledge about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe.
Revenue
$198.1m
Assets
$1.5b
Employees
1,547
EIN
13-6162659
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Denver Museum of Nature and Science

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science inspires curiosity and excites minds of all ages through scientific discovery and the presentation and preservation of the world's unique treasures. Be a catalyst!. Ignite our community's passion for nature and scie...
Revenue
$41.4m
Assets
$33.9m
Employees
565
EIN
84-0518447
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Fernbank Museum of Natural History

The mission of the Fernbank Museum of Natural History is to encourage a greater appreciation of the planet and its people.
Revenue
$10.0m
Assets
$41.3m
Employees
150
EIN
58-6028607
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh

To serve as a catalyst for growth and knowledge; offer a home to thinking and inquisitive children and adults;. To serve as a catalyst for growth and knowledge; offer a home to thinking and inquisitive children and adults; to act as a collector, guardian ...
Revenue
$82.2m
Assets
$541.5m
Employees
977
EIN
25-0965280
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cleveland Museum of Natural History

To inspire, through science and education, a passion for nature, the protection of Natural diversity, the fostering of health, and leadership to a sustainable future. Our vision: to explore, engage, and empower for a better tomorrow.
Revenue
$18.0m
Assets
$257.4m
Employees
223
EIN
34-0714338
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum

As an educational and cultural nonprofit institution, the mission of the Intrepid Museum is to promote the awareness and understanding of history, science and service through its collections, exhibitions and programming, in order to honor our heroes, educ...
Revenue
$9.1m
Assets
$94.7m
Employees
361
EIN
13-3062419
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The College of Physicians of Philadelphia

The College of Physicians of Philadelphia advances The cause of health, while upholding The ideals and heritage of medicine. Advancing The cause of health while upholding The ideals and heritage of medicine.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$38.4m
Employees
66
EIN
23-1352670
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Nasher Sculpture Center

The mission of the Nasher Sculpture Center is to be an international focal point and catalyst for the study, installation, conservation and appreciation of modern and contemporary sculpture.
Revenue
$11.0m
Assets
$4.2m
Employees
71
EIN
02-0601628
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Planet Word

Planet Word is a Museum that inspires and renews a love of words, Language, and reading through unique, immersive learning experiences.
Revenue
$7.4m
Assets
$22.4m
Employees
18
EIN
46-4894732
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

The Perot Museum of Nature and Science's mission is to "inspire minds through Nature and Science.". The Museum accomplishes this mission by delivering exciting, engaging and innovative experiences through its year round educational programming, research a...
Revenue
$10.4m
Assets
$175.4m
Employees
432
EIN
75-6067569
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Field Museum of Natural History

The Field Museum is an educational institution concerned with the diversity and relationships in nature and among cultures. It provides collection-based research and learning for greater public understanding and appreciation of the world in which we live....
Revenue
$54.1m
Assets
$813.8m
Employees
602
EIN
36-2167011
IRS type
501(c)(3)

San Diego Society of Natural History

To interpret the Natural world through research, education and exhibits; to promote understanding of the evolution and diversity of southern California and the peninsula of baja California; and to inspire in all a respect for nature and the environment.
Revenue
$10.1m
Assets
$51.9m
Employees
273
EIN
95-1643375
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lindsay Wildlife Experience

Founded in 1955, the Museum's mission is to connect people with wildlife to inspire responsibility and respect for the world we share. The museum is a unique natural history, environmental education center and wildlife rehabilitation center.
Revenue
$4.0m
Assets
$6.3m
Employees
59
EIN
94-6104179
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Crazy Horse Memorial

The Mission of Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation is to protect and preserve the culture, tradition and living heritage of the North American Indians.
Revenue
$13.1m
Assets
$104.8m
Employees
124
EIN
46-0220678
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History

The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History inspires a thirst for discovery and a passion for the natural world.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$85.7m
Employees
140
EIN
95-1643378
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is dedicated to preserving and exploring the history, environment, and people of the Chesapeake Bay. The small boat collection includes crabbing skiffs, workboats, and log canoes.
Revenue
$11.8m
Assets
$39.7m
Employees
80
EIN
23-7051889
IRS type
501(c)(3)

USS Missouri Memorial Association

The USS Missouri Memorial Association is dedicated to preserving the Battleship Missouri and sharing her story and place in history.
Revenue
$7.1m
Assets
$46.7m
Employees
151
EIN
99-0310903
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arizona Sonora Desert Museum (ASDM)

The mission of the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is to inspire people to live in harmony with the natural world by fostering love, appreciation, and understanding of the Sonoran Desert.
Revenue
$11.6m
Assets
$30.7m
Employees
179
EIN
86-0111675
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Nordic Heritage Museum Foundation

The Nordic Heritage Museum shares Nordic culture with people of all ages and backgrounds by exhibiting art and objects, preserving collections, providing educational and cultural experiences, and serving as a community gathering place.
Revenue
$3.1m
Assets
$50.4m
Employees
37
EIN
91-1107537
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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