Learn & Teach

Audience watching an astronomy show inside the Hayden Planetarium.
C. Chesek/© AMNH

The American Museum of Natural History offers exciting programs, events, and educational resources for learners of all ages.

Children & FamiliesThe Museum offers a variety of experiences for families with children ages 2 through 13. TeensFind out what the Museum has to offer teens, from internships and research opportunities, to courses and special events.

EducatorsBrowse a list of teaching resources and professional learning opportunities for K-12 science educators.ArticleHigher EducationExperiences & opportunities for higher education students—from internships to courses and degree programs.

Field Trips

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Graduate Level Programs

Degree ProgramMaster of Arts in Teaching Earth Science ResidencyLearn to teach Earth and spaces science in fully-funded residency program, utilizing the Museum's unique resources.Educator Professional LearningSeminars on ScienceThe Museum's online professional learning program for educators offers teachers an opportunity to advance their careers.

Learning Resources

Educator MaterialsResources for LearningBrowse a rich collection of science educator materials: activities, articles, games, videos, hall guides CollectionsScience TopicsCollections of articles and videos on scientific topics including climate change, human health, and more.Science for KidsOLogyFind out about fossils, the universe, animals, and much more! Play games, do activities, collect cards, and meet scientists.ArticleVirtual Field TripsEngage your students in a virtual exploration of a beloved Museum hall!

OLogy iPad App

Trusted by teachers for more than 20 years, OLogy was developed by Museum educators with some of the world's leading scientists and is now available as a free app. Totally offline, with no ads, and lots to do!

Evaluation, Research, and Policy

EvaluationThe Museum conducts evaluations of its educational programs and exhibitions. ArticleResearchDiscover our Research about the teaching and learning of science at AMNH. ArticlePolicyThe Museum is endeavoring to inform policy initiatives at every level: city, state and federal.

Support for education initiatives at the American Museum of Natural History has been provided by Joella and John Lykouretzos; The Rice Family Foundation; Epstein Teicher Philanthropies; The Vidda Foundation; the William T. Morris Foundation; Joan Egrie; Kitty and Thomas L. Kempner, Jr.; The Barker Welfare Foundation; Mary Beth Maloney; and the Henry Peterson Foundation.