Science Stories

Orca featuring attributes of the Delphinidae family.

Latest February 12, 2025 Vertebrate Zoology Exhibitions

The Killer Whale Confusion: Name Origins and Taxonomy

Put the debate to rest! Find out if the orca is a whale, dolphin, or something in between, then uncover how it got its controversial, killer nickname.

July 12, 2021
Exhibitions

Learn About Human Evolution at NHMU

Learn About Human Evolution at NHMU
July 7, 2021
Collections

Navajo Baskets Weave Together Generations

NHMU is home to a large collection of Navajo baskets. "Many people don't often understand the role of a museum, thinking we are time capsules..."
June 30, 2021

Francene and Kenneth’s Explorer Corps Anniversary Adventure

Francene and Kenneth’s Explorer Corps Anniversary Adventure
June 30, 2021
Exhibitions

Makeup in Ancient Egypt

Thousands of years ago, in Ancient Egypt, makeup was as much a part of people's expressions as it is today.
June 29, 2021
Research

It's Firefly Season in the West

Learn more about fireflies in the West.
June 23, 2021
Research

Digging Up the Past to Understand Our Climate Future

While it's impossible to predict the future, paleontologists can still give us some idea of what to expect by looking to the past.
June 14, 2021
Exhibitions

Egypt's Nile Is Home to a Special Crocodile

Egypt's Nile Is Home to a Special Crocodile
June 9, 2021
Research

Fireflies in New Mexico? Yes, if You Know Where to Look

Fireflies in New Mexico?
June 4, 2021
Collections

Eight Stunning Wildflowers You Can See Right Now in the Wasatch Foothills

Eight Stunning Wildflowers You Can See Right Now in the Wasatch Foothills
May 26, 2021
Education

Stunning Natural History Makes Utah Shine

Stunning Natural History Makes Utah Shine
May 22, 2021
Research

Polar DinoFest: Marina Suarez

Polar DinoFest: Marina Suarez
May 17, 2021
Research

The Ecological Legacy of Bears Ears

Plant species richness at Bears Ears reveals archaeo-ecosystems, and implications for public land management