University Museum, University museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts
The University Museum is a museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, holding collections in anthropology, natural history, and cultural objects from around the world. The exhibits display materials that span multiple academic fields and research areas.
The museum was established to support the university's academic research activities and was later listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its history is closely tied to the growth of the university's scientific collections.
Students and researchers from the university use the collections regularly for their academic work and investigations. This active use has made the museum a central part of learning and research life on campus.
The museum is located on the university campus and offers regular opening hours along with guided tours for visitors. Special tours are available for groups and educational institutions to support learning on site.
The collection contains scientific objects and artifacts that show how our understanding of the world has changed over time. These pieces document different research approaches and discoveries that researchers have made across the decades.
Location: Massachusetts
GPS coordinates: 42.37833,-71.11583
Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:43
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