Centers & Offices

Furthering our mission, supporting our people, and nurturing our community

The Field Museum’s centers and offices help people connect with nature and human cultures in imaginative and impactful ways: from creating memorable events and programs for the public, to providing academic and professional opportunities to underrepresented groups in science, to helping visitors experience nature through poetry.

Artists in Residence

A woman drawing on a large sheet of paper, in a forest of bright green, leafy plants

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Women in Art: Peggy Macnamara, Artist in Residence

A group gathers at the corner of a diorama case. One man sits a desk with a typerwriter. He looks up to a family of three standing over him. The man in the middle stands with arms around the other two individuals. Both are smiling down at the man seated at the desk. A black box with a glass front holds a rock specimen and is propped up against the leg of the desk.

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Finding the Poetry in Natural History

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The Sue Ling Gin Center for Education and Public Programs (The Learning Center)

The Learning Center brings the joy of scientific exploration and discovery to students and learners of all ages through fun and exciting events, dynamic programs, and educational resources.

Field Museum Women in Science

For far too long, gender bias and discrimination have discouraged talented people from pursuing careers in science. The Field Museum Women in Science promote the work of women and minority scientists in order to encourage diversity, inspire creativity, and drive innovation in the sciences.