HQ Function

The headquarters serves as the primary site for all museum operations, including public exhibitions, scientific research laboratories, collections storage, educational programming, and administrative functions.

Notable Features:

Iconic neoclassical architecture, Stanley Field Hall with its hanging gardens and flying Pterosaurs, SUE the T. Rex (one of the largest and most complete T. rex skeletons), Máximo the Titanosaur (the largest dinosaur ever discovered), Grainger Hall of Gems, the Cyrus Tang Hall of China, and extensive cultural and natural history exhibits.

Work Culture:

A mission-driven environment focused on scientific inquiry, education, conservation, and public engagement. The culture is collaborative, with staff including world-class scientists, researchers, curators, educators, and exhibit designers dedicated to preserving and interpreting natural and cultural heritage.

HQ Significance:

A premier global center for natural history research and education, attracting millions of visitors annually. Its collections are invaluable resources for understanding life on Earth and human culture. The museum is a major cultural landmark in Chicago.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters embodies the museum's commitment to discovery, scientific excellence, education for all ages, conservation of natural and cultural heritage, and community engagement.

Location:

The Field Museum's global presence is primarily manifested through its scientific research and conservation efforts. Curators and scientists conduct fieldwork and expeditions across all continents, collaborating with international institutions and local communities. The museum's Keller Science Action Center spearheads conservation projects in critical ecosystems, particularly in the Andes-Amazon region of South America. Additionally, the museum participates in international loan programs for exhibitions and provides digital access to its collections and research for a global audience.

Street Address:

1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive

City:

Chicago

State/Province:

Illinois

Country:

USA