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SUMMER 2011 MAY-AUGUST
VOL. 82, NO. 2
EDITOR Emily J. Waldren, The Field Museum
PHOTO CONTENT SPECIALIST Nina Cummings, The Field Museum
Georgia Bockos, Bockos Design, Inc.
All images © The Field Museum unless otherwise specified.
IN THE FIELD (ISSN #1051-4546)
is published three times a year
by The Field Museum. Annual subscriptions are $20; $10 for schools, Museum membership includes IN THE FIELD subscription Opinions expressed by authors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the policy of The Field Museum. Notification of address change should include address label and should be sent to the membership
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ON THE COVER
Discover the majesty and mystery of the whale in Whales: Giants of the Deep, opening May 20.
© DR.INGRID VISSER, ORCA RESEARCH TRUST
1400 South Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60605-2496 312.922.9410 fieldmuseum.org
The Field Museum salutes
the people of Chicago for their long-standing support of the Museum through the Chicago Park District. Programming is partially supported by a CityArts Program 4 Grant from the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs
and the illinois Arts Council,
a state agency.
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It's amazing to think that summer is just around the corner. Whether you're from out of town and planning a Chicago
visit or looking forward to being the “tour guide” while friends and family are in town, The Field Museum is the place to be
this summer.
Whales: Giants of the Deep is splashing into the Museum
on May 20, and is an exhibition with something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Hear the incredible songs of whales from around the world, discover how whales evolved from small land mammals into the giant sea creatures they are today, and see two sperm whale skeletons—specimens so large, we needed a crane to move them into the Museum! (See photo, page 11.) Learn more about this exciting exhibition
on page 4.
If you are hosting family and friends this summer, be sure
to read our article on page 6, highlighting a half-day visit at The Field. We know the first time here can be overwhelming, sO make sure your visitors explore some of the best we have
to offer before they head out for baseball and deep-dish pizza.
With spring and summer, comes the Museum's 60th Annual Members’ Nights (May 26 and 27, 5-10pm). A favorite for
all members, these nights give you the opportunity to not only visit the Museum after hours, but also to tour our amazing collection areas, speak with our scientists one-on-one,
and learn about the exciting exhibitions we have planned for next year! Don’t miss your chance to go behind the scenes. RSVP to Members’ Night by calling 312.665.7700, or by
visiting our website at fieldmuseum.org/support/members.
As always, thank you for your
continued support.
MICHELLE CLAYTON Director of Membership
By Rebecca Franek, Writer
HORSES DO MORE THAN take people on trail rides. In The Horse, visitors will discover
that the horse evolved from something no bigger than a dog, into the large animals humans have used for farming, transportation, and even warfare. The exhibition explores the complex relationship
between man and horse and ponders the question, “Where would we be without the horse?”
Discover an entire suit of armor worn by horses in 16th century Germany (left). In wars, horses wore armor so cavalrymen could charge into battle. An army with a cavalry had a tremendous advantage over one without. The Horse also features a horse-drawn fire engine from the early 20th century—once fire engines were too heavy to be pulled by man, the trusty horse stepped
in to carry the load. People have created dozens of horse breeds to
make strong, fast, and very unique creatures. Some horses, like the
Shetland pony, weigh around 170
pounds while others, like the draft
horse, can weigh over 2,000 pounds.
Explore the relationship with humans and horses in The Horse, on display through Aug. 14, and don't forget, as Museum members you receive free admission
to the exhibition. Check in at the Membership desk to pick up
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your tickets.
= ss The Horse is organized by the American Museum of Natural History, in collaboration with The Field Museum, the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage, the Canadian Museum of Civilization, Gatineau-Ottawa, and the San Diego Natural History Museum. Major Sponsor: Harris Bank © AMNH/R. MICKENS Just for Kids s FINDING HORSES IN THE FIELD MUSEUM = E Horses have been at The Field Museum long before The Horse arrived. They can == be found in almost every exhibit. Cut this page out and take it with you the next time = = 3 you and your family visit, and uncover the variety of horses in The Field Museum! Riders of the Pony Express made See if you can find: e Ahorse skeleton in Evolving Planet transfers in less than two ® Two horsewomen from the Honan Province in China
VAIS TDS CI DISET 1 e A seahorse in What Is An Animal?
a mochila (above) with special : : pouches for mail, was laid over © A pair of Burchell’s Zebras in Mammals of Africa the saddle. At the stations, the
mochila was removed and put on
< Are Zebras a type of horse? Well, Zebras and horses both belong
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to the family Equidae and the genus Equus. They are related closely the saddle of a waiting horse.
enough to breed, but zebras and horses are different species Miniature horse figurines in the North American Indians
q Hint: Look for the “Plains Indian” section
Whales: iants of the Deep
By Nancy O’Shea, Public Relations Director
FOR CENTURIES, WHALES HAVE CAPTURED OUR IMAGINATIONS and ignited our emotions. We have revered them, made them the subject of myth, hunted them to the brink of extinction, and passionately
protected them On May 20, The Field Museum will open Whales: Giants of the Deep, which explores these
fascinating creatures by showcasing fully articulated whale skeletons, many hands-on
activities, dramatic videos, and the latest findings in whale biology and evolution
The exhibition, organized by New Zealand's national museum, Te Papa, also highlights how whales have influenced the culture of the indigenous peoples of the South Pacific. On display will be a traditional pataka taonga (storehouse of treasures) carved with whale-like images and filled with stunning adornments and deadly weapons made of whale bone and teeth
from places such as New Zealand and Fiji.
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Above: Skeletons of whale ancestors show visitors how the whale evolved from land mammals to the fully aquatic whales we see today. Opposite, clockwise from left: The sperm whales is the largest living toothed animal; A koropepe pendant carved from whale bone; Children can climb through
the replica of a blue whale heart
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The complex relationship between whales and the native peoples of the South Pacific is a theme that runs throughout the exhibition. Through videos and text panels, Museum visitors will meet people whose lives have been inextricably linked with whales, from legendary
whale riders to scientists and former whaling families.
But make no mistake—whales are the stars of the show! Two fully articulated sperm whale skeletons (male and female) are nothing less than awe inspiring, measuring more than 58 and 32 feet in length, respectively. A model of the heart of a blue whale is so large—the size of
a Volkswagen “Beetle’—children can climb through it.
Mind-boggling facts are sprinkled throughout Whales. Did you know that blue whales are the same size as
a 737 airplane? A whale’s tongue can weigh more than an elephant? And gray whales migrate 12,000 miles each year—the same as three round trips from Chicago to
Los Angeles?
Models of ancient, extinct animals show how land dwelling mammals evolved over millions of years to become the whales and dolphins we know today. Sounds of whales can be heard and compared, and visitors will discover how these giants communicate with “songs” and use echoloca-
tion to navigate and hunt.
Whales: Giants of the Deep also explains the history of
the whaling industry, examines different species of whales, details how they swim, feed, and mate, and why they some- times strand themselves on land. Visitors will learn about today’s conservation efforts and how factors such as pollution and climate change impact whales and
their habitats.
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The exhibition runs through
January 16, 2012 andisa once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
to become more familiar with some of the most mysterious and fascinating animals on earth. Come see Whales: Giants of
the Deep and discover why these astonishing creatures continue
to intrigue and inspire.
This exhibition was developed and presented by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, under the title of Whales: Tohora, with the
assistance of the New Zealand Govermnent.
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SUMMER 2011
The Field Museum: Your Destination for Summer Fun!
By Rita Bellouze, Public Relations Coordinator
YOU’VE BEEN THERE BEFORE: Guests are visiting from out of town and you want to entertain them for an afternoon. Once you walk into the Museum though, your mind goes blank as to
what to show your visitors. There’s so much to do, and so little time! In addition to the temporary
exhibitions The Horse and Whales: Giants of the Deep, your guests are sure to enjoy some of our illuminating
permanent exhibitions. We recommend the following for a half-day of fun!
Evolving Planet
No visit to The Field is complete without seeing Evolving Planet,
a journey through four billion years of life on Earth. From the three- horned Triceratops to the 72-foot-long Apatosaurus—the largest animal to ever walk the Earth—the dinosaur hall will impress the paleontology-
enthusiast in all of us.
Lions of Tsavo
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The Lions of Tsavo are two of the most vicious man-eaters of all time and were the subject of the popular film The Ghost and the Darkness in
1996. See the actual lions who, for nine months in 1898, killed and ate
GREG NEISE
about 35 railway workers in Tsavo, Kenya. The ferocious beasts—which came to be known as “devils in lions’ shape’—were finally shot and
killed by Col. John H. Patterson, chief engineer on the Tsavo railroad.
Grainger Hall of Gems Guests will be awe-struck by Grainger Hall of Gems with the dazzling displays of 600 gemstones and gems and 150 pieces of magnificent
jewelry. Arranged according to type, displays feature gemstones
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still embedded in ancient rock, along with polished gems, and finally
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finished jewelry. Will your favorite piece be the eye-popping 5,890-carat
3435
Chalmers topaz or the dramatic 25-carat diamond brooch?
Inside Ancient Egypt Inside Ancient Egypt will more than satisfy your curiosity about this
fascinating civilization. Begin in the mastaba tomb of Unis-Ankh, son
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of the Old Kingdom pharaoh Unis. Immerse yourself in dioramas that
provide a dramatic look at the elaborate process of mummification and
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the journey to the underworld, and offer insights into the Egyptians’
religious practices and beliefs. And then there are the mummies.
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The Horse THROUGH AUGUST 14
Explore the profound relationship between horses and humans and discover
how almost every facet of human existence has been influenced by our union
with the horse, only at The Field Museum
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Travelogues and Technologies | Sketches to the Biggest Book i
Travelogues and Technologies— from Small Sketches to the Biggest Book
THROUGH JANUARY 1, 2012
as you follow Field Museum expeditions from the 1890s to present day. Uncover extraordinary stories
and rare encounters, only at The Field Museum
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The Romance of the Ants ON-GOING
Did you know that ants are able to lift 20 times
their own body weight? Or that ants can make nests as deep as 15-25 feet in the soil? Find your inner scientist as you explore the exhibition, The Romance of Ants, and discover things you never thought you'd be interested in. Get a rare look at the life of Field
Museum scientist Dr. Corrie Moreau, and learn
how her childhood love for insects spurred a career dedicated to researching ants Through breathtaking photography, a colony of live ants, as well as comic book-style illustrations of her story, journey with Dr. Moreau and discover fascinating facts
about ants and their multiple roles within the ecosystem, Straight from The Field
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T. rex Relatives Preferred Vegetarian Fare
By Jon Van, Writer
TYRANNOSAURUS REX MAY HAVE BEEN A FLESH-EATING TERROR BUT MANY OF HIS CLOSEST | RELATIVES WERE MORE CONTENT WITH VEGETARIAN FARE, A NEW ANALYSIS BY FIELD MUSEUM SCIENTISTS HAS FOUND.
Lindsay Zanno, PhD contributed to this article.
Scientists Lindsay Zanno, PhD, and Peter Makovicky, PhD, used statistical analyses to determine the diet of 90 species of theropod dinosaurs. Their results challenge the conven- tional view that nearly all theropods hunted prey, especially those closest to the ancestors of birds. Rather, Zanno and Makovicky show that among the most bird-like dinosaurs— known as coelurosaurians (So-lure-o-SAUR-ee-yan) —
plant eating was a common way of life. “Most theropods are clearly adapted to
a predatory lifestyle, but somewhere on
the line to birds, predatory dinosaurs
went soft,” Zanno says.
Deducing the diet of extinct animals isn't always straightforward. In all but the
rarest cases, paleontologists have nothing
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to study but fossilized bones and teeth. Sometimes figuring out what a dinosaur ate is fairly obvious. No one doubts the bone-crunching teeth and jaws of Tyrannosaurus rex were the tools of a megapredator. But, many coelurosaurian dinosaurs have more ambiguous adaptations such as peg-like teeth at the front of the mouth or no teeth at all, so determining their diet has
been a challenge.
Fortunately a small percentage of these species have clear-cut evidence of diet with their skeletal remains. Fossilized dinosaur dung, stomach contents, tooth marks, and the presence of stones within the stomach (a gastric mill for digesting vegetation) all provide a direct window
on diet. After collecting dietary data for 90 coelurosaurian species, Zanno and Makovicky used statistical analyses
to test whether certain skeletal traits (such as the loss of teeth or a long neck) could be found to correlate with direct
evidence of plant eating among coelurosaurian dinosaurs.
They found almost two dozen anatomical features statistically linked to direct evidence of herbivory. “Once we linked certain adaptations with direct evidence of diet, we looked
to see which other theropod species had the same traits,” Zanno said, “then we could say who was likely a plant eater
and who was not.”
Applying their data on diet, the researchers found that
44 theropod species were eating plants and that the ancestor to most feathered dinosaurs and modern birds had probably already lost its appetite for flesh alone. Because plant
eating was found to be so widespread in Coelurosauria,
the hypercarnivorous habits of T. rex and other meat eating coelurosaurians like Velociraptor should be viewed “more as the exception than the rule,” Zanno says. “This new
research firmly supports what we've
have been speculating about for
some time,” she says.
Using statistical analysis to find correlations between physical traits and diet could offer a new window as to how evolution works and these techniques could be used to provide new insight into the common practice of becoming an herbivore throughout
vertebrate history. iTF
The study was funded in part by the National Science Foundation. Lead author Lindsay Zanno’s research was supported by a John Caldwell-Meeker Fellowship
and by a Bucksbaum Fellowship for young scientists.
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SUMMER 2011 7
A Sneak Peek:
Abbott Hall of Conservation
By documenting nature’s
awesome diversity, Field Museum collections inform plans for protection.
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Restoring Earth
By Anna Huntley, Exhibition Project Manager
ECO-CHIC. SUSTAINABLE. RENEWABLE. GREEN. Conservation may seem like a well-known concept in today’s society...
but is it? Ask five people on the street and you'll get five different definitions of what conservation means to them, and to their communities. So what does
conservation mean to you?
In anew permanent exhibition opening this fall The Field Museum will show visitors how conservation is more than twisty-light bulbs, short showers,
and blue bins. Conservation often involves discovery and adventure; it’s seeing our world in a new way and understanding that the planet's needs are tightly
connected to our own.
On November 4 the Abbott Hall of Conservation Restoring Earth, will open to the public. Here is a sneak peak at some of the amazing experiences and stories that await you...
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MUSEUM COLLECTIONS
You’re walking down a long hallway in
The Field Museum’s Collection Resource Center. You expect to see rows and rows of skeletons, taxidermy, and specimens in jars. There is a lot to see, but wait, what are those huge tanks? Filled with liquid nitrogen,
the tanks maintain collections of thousands of plant and animal tissues from all over
the world at -180 degrees Celsius. At this temperature the tissues are preserved for use by scientists hundreds of years into the future. Scientists hurry back and forth, busy and focused. A collections assistant organizes samples froma recent research trip ona long table for cataloguing into the collection; across the room, another researcher studies
whole specimens collected over 100 years ago.
This is conservation. The Field Museum’s collection of over 24 million specimens documents what we see in the field. We also use these unique collections to track changes in species over time and document evolution in populations around the globe. Collections represent the history of our
planet, but they also will help us under-
stand what the future brings.
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Above: The Field Museum collects birds that collide with Chicago buildings. Top, left: Ornithologists scan the skies for birds during a rapid inventory in Peru. Top, right: Children work to remove Garlic Mustard, an invasive species in the Chicago region.
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RAPID INVENTORIES
You’re dangling from a helicopter overalush tropical forest, ready to be lowered in to one of the most diverse and unexplored parts
of the world. Once on the ground, you work around the clock with scientists and local experts to count and record the plants, birds, frogs, fish, and mammals that surround you. You might be the first person to see a rare bird in this location, and you will almost certainly discover something never before seen by
other scientists.
This is conservation. Each year Field Museum scientists travel to threatened locations and conduct “rapid inventories” both to document the biodiversity of
a region and to visit nearby villages to understand residents’ connections to their forests. The result of this intensive fieldwork is a conservation roadmap that is shared with local governments and non-profits that will work to protect these
vast wilderness expanses into the future.
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RESTORING NATURE
You are walking with your children along
a forest preserve path ona lovely spring morning. As you watch the butterflies and bees visiting the dazzling flowers you hear laughter ahead. This friendly group of volunteer stewards explains that they are removing a weedy plant called Garlic Mustard that is invading the woodland and choking out the flowers. Your children insist on helping them to fill their bags and are careful to
pull out only the weeds and not the flowers. You all feel wonderful when the task is complete and you drink lemonade in the sunshine
to celebrate.
This is conservation. Our Chicago region still holds rich remnants of our natural heritage in the prairies, woodlands, and wetlands of our forest preserves and parks. These natural treasures need our help
to keep them healthy. This work is done
by professional ecologists as well as by thousands of adult and youth volunteers. As the land is restored the people feel
restored in the process.
All of these are examples of conservation, though maybe ones you've never
thought of before. At The Field Museum we turn science into action for
lasting conservation, and we invite you to join the adventure! Come and see
Restoring Earth this fall and expand your own definition of conservation. 1TF
Abbott Hall of Conservation Restoring Earth is made possible through the generosity of Abbott.
SUMMER 2011
Discover Green Products in the New Exhibition
Design for a Living World
The maple used for
Maya Lin’s bench came from land in Maine managed by The Nature Conservancy and certified by the Forest Stewardship Council.
By Jennifer Burklow, Writer
HIGH DESIGN COMES TO THE FIELD MUSEUM bearing a message of sustainability in Design for a Living World (May 12—Nov. 13), the inaugural exhibition in The Field Museum's new Gary C. Comer Family Gallery. Created by The Nature Conservancy, Design for a Living World
showcases the work of 10 designers from around the globe.
Works by fashion designers Isaac Mizrahi and kate spade new york will be on display, as well as handsome and useful objects by sculptor Maya Lin (who designed the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C.), designer Yves Behar,
and artist Christien Meindertsma. While admiring the finished products, visitors can explore the artists’ process through design drawings, photos, samples of raw materials,
and video interviews.
“Design for a Living World asks us not just how sustainably sourced materials can boost the ‘green-ness’ of our
everyday objects—such as our clothing and furniture—
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but also how those products can be designed with style, humor, and an aesthetic response to the materials’ origins,” says Janet Hong, project manager for The Field Museum. The artists used all kinds of materials from different locations around the world, as part of the Conservancy's quest to find ways to harvest materials from protected or semi-
protected areas.
Mizrahi’s contribution is a dress and shoes made from the skin of salmon caught and harvested in Alaska. The salmon skin, which would ordinarily be thrown away, was turned into leather
and then incorporated into a chic dress.
Another exhibition highlight is a clever cocoa grater packaged with a patty of pressed organic cocoa grown by an indigenous women’s group in Costa Rica. The grater allows hot chocolate lovers to grate just enough cocoa for one mug—
just like Costa Ricans do.
The exhibition also features pieces by Christien Meindertsma, a Dutch artist
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who harvested wool from sheep living on a conservation-committed Idaho ranch.
Meindertsma kept track of each sheep’s wool—naming each animal and keeping
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its wool separate. She made the wool into felted wool yarn and, using giant knitting
needles, made a rug tile from each sheep's wool. The rug tiles then fit together,
Fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi used
leather made from Alaskan salmon to create
each with a different pattern, complementing each other.
a dress, jacket, and shoes.
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Field Museum Members are in for an additional treat—Meindertsma
is creating a new piece made from Illinois prairie plants for the Field's exhibition. Last fall, Meindertsma
visited The Nature Conservancy's Nachusa Grasslands Preserve
in Franklin Grove, 100 miles west
Above: Christien Meindertsma knits with wool from of Chicago. The artwork she made
a sustainable sheep ranch in Idaho. Above, right:
A kate spade new york handbag uses sustainably from its plants will be unveiled
harvested hardwood from Bolivia. at the exhibition's opening.
Open through Nov. 13, Design for a Living World meets the Comer Gallery mission of presenting exhibitions that focus on environmental sustainability, biodiversity conservation, and climate change. Exhibitions in this gallery complement the new permanent exhibition Abbott Hall of Conservation Restoring Earth, which opens Nov. 7 (learn more on page 8). Restoring Earth will focus on the restoration and preservation of Earth’s natural resources and what Field scientists are doing
to help with that effort. rTF
Design for a Living World was developed by The Nature Conservancy.
The lead sponsor for Design for a Living World is Northern Trust.
Additional support is provided by Accenture. always be discovering.
PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
ADLER PLANETARIUM
Don't miss Planet Explorers, a modern-day space adventure for kids and families. This exhibition lets future space explorers enter a world where they can play and learn what it takes to be part of a mission to outer space. Planet Explorers is divided into three different play areas: Exploring Earth, Exploring Space, and Exploring Planet X.
Visit www.adlerplanetarium.org for details.
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an underwater world of rarely seen animals that survive—and thrive—without bones, blood, or brains. For more information,
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Engaging a New Generation of Supporters
THE FIELD ASSOCIATES IS AN ANNUAL FUND donor level designed by and for young professionals who represent Chicago's next generation of civic leaders. Our members are 21 to 35 years old and share a common desire to learn about, support, and advance
the Museum’s mission.
Field Associates enjoy behind-the-scenes access to Museum scientists and collections that all Annual Fund donors experience, along with
opportunities to network with peers and develop civic leadership skills.
Volunteers within the group develop a dynamic program calendar,
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featuring an annual scavenger hunt, after-hours exhibition viewings, Field Associate officers and opportunities to interact with leading experts on topics as varied
at their Gold opening event as chocolate, venomous fishes, and ancient Chinese rubbings.
For more information about The Field Associates, please visit
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Whales Make a Splash in Museum Stores
Visit the Whales: Giants of the Deep Exhibition Store to discover how whales have inspired people around the world. You'll find games, toys, books, and more for kids as wellas jewelry, gifts, and stunning hand-crafted objects, like this
beautiful sculpture. Inuit artist lsaac Ohotaq from Cape Dorset in Canada has used serpentinevand antler
in this dynamic sculpture of two whales. As always, you can shop 24 hours a day at
store.fieldmuseum.org.
Remember that all proceeds from the Stores directly support the Museum’s public and scientific programs, and that all Field Museum members receive 10 percent off
their purchases in the Museum Stores.