Field Museum Employee Directory
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosIllinois, United States501-1000 Employees
The Field Museum, based in Chicago, Illinois, is a long-standing scientific and cultural institution now in its 125th year. It maintains one of the world's largest collections of artifacts and specimens and conducts research across natural and cultural realms worldwide. The museum supports discovery and public engagement with science by leveraging its collections and scholarly work to explore global challenges and potential solutions for a healthier planet. It draws about 1.6 million visitors each year to its exhibitions and programs. In the museum sector, it serves researchers, educators, students, and the general public by providing access to its collections, research outputs, and educational programming. The Field Museum pursues collaborative initiatives, such as a partnership with the E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation to host Half-Earth Day on October 29, 2025, and other partnerships aimed at advancing biodiversity and science education.