Historical Museums
1. Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Carnegie Museum of Natural History conducts scientific inquiry that creates knowledge and promotes stewardship of Earth and its life; builds strategic collections to preserve evidence of that knowledge; and engages the public in the excitement of scientific discovery about the evolutionary, environmental, and cultural processes that shape the diversity of our world and its inhabitants. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.carnegiemnh.org
2. National Postal Museum
The National Postal Museum, a Smithsonian Institution museum, is dedicated to the history of the Postal service and the Postage stamp. The National Postal Museum is divided into galleries that explore America's postal history from colonial times to the present. Visitors learn how mail has been transported, emphasize the importance of letters, and spotlight the creation and wondrous diversity of postage stamps. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.postalmuseum.si.edu
3. Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
The mission of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is to inspire wonder, discovery and responsibility for our natural and cultural worlds. The Museum assembles, conserves, interprets, and holds in trust collections of irreplaceable objects from nature and human history. These collections reveal the history of the Earth and the evolution and diversity of life and culture. They sustain programs of research, exhibits, education, and publication. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.nhm.org
4. Smithsonian Institution National Museum of Natural History
The National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) is part of the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s preeminent museum and research complex. Whether looking at the history and cultures of Africa, describing our earliest Mammalian ancestor or primate diversity around the world, examining ancient life forms including the ever-popular dinosaurs, or exploring the beauty of rare gemstones such as uniquely colored diamonds, the Museum’s temporary and permanent exhibitions serve to educate, enlighten and entertain millions of visitors each year. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.mnh.si.edu
5. The British Museum
The British Museum holds in trust for the nation and the world a collection of art and antiquities from ancient and living cultures. This site has been developed to enable visitors to access and engage with the Museum's collection online and to provide practical information for people planning to visit the Museum. Explore the Museum's objects, galleries and the many world cultures that are represented by the collection. Journey through the online tours and themes to learn more about a specific topic. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.thebritishmuseum.ac.uk
6. The Field Museum
The Field Museum provides collection-based research and learning for greater public understanding and appreciation of the world in which we live. Combining the fields of Anthropology, Botany, Geology, Paleontology and Zoology, the Museum uses an interdisciplinary approach to increasing knowledge about the past, present and future of the physical earth, its plants, animals, people, and their cultures. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.fieldmuseum.org
7. The Museum of Unnatural Mystery
A slightly bizarre science museum for all ages. Are there really flying saucers? What killed the dinosaurs? Is there something ancient and alive in Loch Ness? The Museum of Unnatural Mystery offers scientific explanations to many of the mysteries of History and Space. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://unmuseum.mus.pa.us
8. The National Museum of American History
The National Museum of American History is one of the Smithsonian Institution museums located on The Mall in Washington DC. Our Web site offers online exhibitions, behind-the-scenes glimpses into our collections, and an overview of Museum programs and activities. Using the Web site, you can plan your visit to the Museum or go on a virtual tour from your home. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://americanhistory.si.edu
9. The Natural History Museum
Welcome to the Natural History Museum. We promote the discovery, understanding, enjoyment, and responsible use of the natural world. Explore our world-class collections, fantastic exhibitions and cutting-edge research online, or visit our landmark buildings. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.nhm.ac.uk
10. The Virtual Museum of Canada
The Virtual Museum of Canada celebrates the stories and treasures that have come to define Canada over the centuries. Here you will find innovative multimedia content that educates, inspires and fascinates! The VMC harnesses the power of the Internet to bring Canada's rich and diverse heritage into our homes, schools and places of work. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.virtualmuseum.ca
11. U.S. National Archives and Records Administration
Of all documents and materials created in the course of business conducted by the United States Federal government, only 1%-3% are so important for legal or historical reasons that they are kept by us forever. Those valuable records are preserved and are available to you, whether you want to see if they contain clues about your family’s history, need to prove a veteran’s military service, or are researching an historical topic that interests you. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.archives.gov
12. United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is America's national institution for the documentation, study, and interpretation of Holocaust history, and serves as this country's memorial to the millions of people murdered during the Holocaust. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.ushmm.org
13. University of California Museum of Paleontology
The mission of the University of California Museum of Paleontology is to investigate and promote the understanding of the history of life and the diversity of the Earth's biota through research and education. The UCMP website contains thousands of pages of content about the history of life on Earth. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.ucmp.berkeley.edu
14. University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, through its research, collections, exhibitions, and educational programming, advances understanding of the world's cultural heritage. The Museum intends to become the world's foremost source of understanding about the history, nature and significance of the world's cultural legacy. Museum, history, online exhibit. http://www.museum.upenn.edu