AZ Museum of Natural History

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The name ornithomimid means 'bird mimic,' and we think the reason is clear. Very often when people see the Tototlmimus diorama for the first time, they say, 'Look at that bird,' then realize it's a proper dinosaur! Specimens have been discovered in Sonora, Mexico. See for yourself on your next visit to AZMNH.

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A little light paleontological reading for your weekend. "With their slender bodies and long front legs, Miracinonyx trumani—often nicknamed the “American cheetah”—was long thought to be a North American analog of the African big cat." Turns out, that comparison isn't necessarily accurate. https://t.co/SxBjuK4J55

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If you are visiting AZMNH and would like to try out a pair of color-blind assistance glasses. Color plays many important roles in the natural world such as the ripeness of fruit, the warning displays of some animals and the bright plumage of birds. If this is an experience you are interested in simply check out the glasses from our front desk.

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Though it may not feel like it in Arizona, today is the first day of fall! Cooler weather can bring out many of the Sonoran Desert animals that have kept out of the heat and sun. you can learn more about some of these creatures on your next visit to AZMNH.

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Tomorrow is the date for our next collaboration with @asterarizona, where we'll discuss, "What is a Dinosaur?" The answer may surprise you! This event will be held at the Mesa Downtown Senior Center on Tuesday, September 22, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. RSVP to [email protected] or call 480-962-5612. See you there!

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A little light paleontological reading for your weekend. One driving force of scientific discovery is human curiosity. People really love a mystery. This article discusses a hexagonal pattern found in the ocean worldwide, both in ancient times and today. What do you think of the latest explanation? https://t.co/9BYF5TGPWa

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This unassuming fossil is actually one of the oldest objects on display at AZMNH. It was found in Globe, Arizona and is a stromatolite, a fossil of a bacterial colony. Find it on your next visit!
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Would you like to be an intern at AZMNH? The Arizona Museum of Natural History Internship Program offers hands-on experience for emerging museum and science professionals. Interns work alongside staff, building real-world skills while exploring future career paths. Learn more!
https://t.co/fmWCMq59wS

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Save the date for our next collaboration with @asterarizona, where we'll discuss, "What is a Dinosaur?" The answer may surprise you! This event will be held at the Mesa Downtown Senior Center on Tuesday, September 22, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. RSVP to [email protected] or call 480-962-5612. See you there!

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Let the AZMNH come to you with our Mobile Exploration and Discovery (MEAD) unit and invite your students to participate in exciting, hands-on outreach programs. MEAD makes a great substitute for a field trip for those who aren't able to visit us, and it can be a great way to extend a field trip you have already taken. Learn more! https://t.co/ayIQ3zfZQf

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Looking for lesson plans related to natural history? We have you covered for free! Learning ReimaginED offers free, ready-to-use lesson plans that bring Arizona Museum of Natural History collections into the classroom and homeschool. These downloadable PDF units support teachers and caregivers with engaging, standards-aligned activities in science, history, and the natural world.
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Our galleries are tied to current Arizona State Academic Standards and are an excellent way to supplement classroom lessons. Students can pan for gold, encounter dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals, discover how geological events formed Arizona as we know it today and learn about ancient cultures. It’s fun, it’s indoors, and your students will remember AZMNH for years to come! All that and we have a dedicated curbside bus drop-off and group entrance to make arriving and departing a breeze. Book your field trip today!
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A little light paleontological reading for your weekend. Amphibians predate the dinosaurs, with some forms looking very much like their modern relatives. Do you find it interesting to think of a toad bounding along beneath the feet of a dinosaur or even a mammoth?
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Where in AZMNH? See if you can find this ceramic figurine on your next visit to AZMNH.
Even though it is estimated to be around 2000 years old, this artifact depicts a slice of life that could easily be seen today.

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On Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, we remember the heroes and victims who lost their lives on September 11. Today and every day, we embrace unity, service, and a welcoming spirit, which are at the heart of this day's observance.

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Save the date for our next collaboration with @asterarizona, where we'll discuss, "What is a Dinosaur?" The answer may surprise you! This event will be held at the Mesa Downtown Senior Center on Tuesday, September 22, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. RSVP to [email protected] or call 480-962-5612. See you there!

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Would you like to be an intern at AZMNH? The Arizona Museum of Natural History Internship Program offers hands-on experience for emerging museum and science professionals. Interns work alongside staff, building real-world skills while exploring future career paths. Learn more!
https://t.co/kmjpLIwVkQ

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There are plenty of books at AZMNH. You can buy them at the store, and you will find them in the Exploration Station, where you can sit and read them by yourself or together. When you have finished our books, head right down the street to the @mesalibrary to check more out.

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Happy Labor Day! We are grateful for all the hard work that goes into making the museum and our community run. AZMNH is closed today, and staff members have the day off.

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A little light paleontological reading for your weekend. This article discusses a new species of Glyptodont. This is another case of a specimen discovered in the 1800's that was only recently identified as unique. When you visit AZMNH, you can learn more about these incredible mammals.
https://t.co/dOYCTh5Ws5