News & Blogs

The Joy of Cooking's Family History A rich family history behind the Joy of Cooking encompasses the stories, recipes, and legacy of this iconic cookbook. December 7, 2012 Artifacts from Museum’s Collections Offer Clues to Two-Thousand-Year-Old Cooking Methods Ancient cooking methods from 2,000 years ago reveal fascinating insights into culinary traditions and cultural practices. November 28, 2012 Diorama in Our Global Kitchen Exhibition Illuminates Amazing Food Heritage in Aztec Market A detailed diorama of a 1519 Aztec food market highlights the rich culture, trade, and daily life of the era. November 21, 2012 Theodore Roosevelt's Conservation Influences Explore how Theodore Roosevelt shaped conservation efforts in the U.S. November 19, 2012 Mysterious, Majestic Moths at the Museum Delve into the fascinating world of moths, their behaviors, and their significance within the Museum's extensive collection. November 14, 2012 Hayden Planetarium Director Neil Tyson Assembles Scientific Foundation for New Superman Comic Action Comics #14, published this month by DC Comics, reveals that even Superman visits the Museum’s Hayden Planetarium. November 14, 2012 Lifelong Passion for Wilderness Drove Theodore Roosevelt's Conservation Legacy Theodore Roosevelt’s pioneering contributions to conservation highlight his lasting impact on wildlife protection. October 18, 2012 The 60th Anniversary of Charlotte's Web: Charlotte and the Museum Discover how E.B. White’s visits to the Museum inspired elements of his beloved classic, Charlotte’s Web. October 15, 2012 Theodore Roosevelt's Snowy Owl Learn about the snowy owl in the Roosevelt exhibit, showcasing its unique adaptations and role in Arctic ecosystems. October 5, 2012 Scientists Find Oldest Amber Arthropods on Record Discover the oldest arthropods preserved in amber, providing rare insights into ancient ecosystems. August 27, 2012 Four-Winged Dinosaur's Feathers Were Black with Iridescent Sheen Analysis of Microraptor fossils reveals that this four-winged dinosaur had black, iridescent feathers similar to crows. August 26, 2012 A Dinosaur By Any Other Name There has been scientific debate surrounding Apatosaurus and Brontosaurus, with the former name now preferred. August 13, 2012