#national museum of natural history

[tmbgareok]

A 1992 TMBG concert ticket currently on display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, as part of the new temporary exhibit "Cellphone: Unseen Connections;" with label, and context in a "Before Cellphones" section.

[petsincollections]

Scottie Dog stuffed animal

Stuffed plush animal toy, Scottie (Scottish Terrier) dog, made with synthetic shaggy "fur". Bron Solyom notes (page 6, see accession file): "These [toys, E434810-434817] were among Ann Dunham's personal possessions. I do not know if either of her children played with them." It is unknown when or where these were made or acquired.

Anthropology Collections

NMNH Research & Collections

[yagodichjagodic]

Two of my favorites from the gemstone section.

[rabbitcruiser]

The Smithsonian Institution was chartered by the United States Congress after James Smithson donated $500,000 on August 10, 1846.    

[gemville]

This Bracelet Is On Display At The Gem Gallery At The National Museum Of Natural History. The Rubies Were Originally In Another Piece Of Jewelry, But Were Re-Set Into This Incredible Piece by Harry Winston, Inc. In 1950

31 Highly Prized Pigeon's Blood Rubies From The Mogok Region Of Burma, Weighing In At 60 CTW

Three-Row Design Of 107 Pear, Marquis and Round Brilliant Diamonds, Weighing In At 27.00 CTW

Platinum

Photo: Chip Clark/Smithsonian

Source: familyjewelers.com

[paleotanks]

Lucy get iPhone

Just unveiled at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History for some exhibit about cellphones.

https://twitter.com/NMNH/status/1583154736089296896

[pasternaksmuse]

Cowboy of the Caucasus

[paulpingminho]

[istandonsnowpiles]

The Moon (in a museum)

[xtiantr]

Manila Trip

I just crossed another item on my list to visit and I tagged my friends along with me. I’ve visited the National Library for the first time. It’s always nice to continue experiencing “firsts” so I battled laziness and made time for it. I don’t know why I held it off for so long since it was just literally in Manila and it’s free. Maybe it’s because I don’t wanna look like a fool back then navigating the huge place lol. Anyway, I finally checked it out and instantly realized and regretted not having to utilize this during my high school days.

It’s a very conducive place for learning. It’s well-lit, spacious, and organized. The interiors are quite picturesque too. You can browse their catalog through a computer database using your account. Yes, there is an online account for this - used to borrow the books, thesis, or newspaper clips you want to check out and to see whether it’s available. It’s like online shopping apps. Then you’ll get to pick up the book in the circulation area. Most of the tables have an electric outlet so you can charge your phones or something.

I also got an ID that can be used for life for only a hundred bucks. Overall, it’s a cute experience. I borrowed mythology books, haha to look at some pictures. I didn’t plan to actually read books that day, we just want to register and know how the library works.

Our second stop was the National Museum of Natural History. Also, free! I’ve visited this a couple of times, so I just accompanied my friends. It was still beautiful. It’s nice to know it was maintained well.

Here are some pics I took:

And of course, some selfies:

I will be updating you guys with the part 2 of this. We are planning to check out all the free museums around Manila. Until next time.

[clairefrancisxx]

I DID SOMETHING NEW!

I’ve been nothing but a boring person. At least, that’s how I see myself. Let me tell you about my routine.

At late morning, I wake up and have brunch. While eating and a long while after it, I watch something on Netflix or YouTube. Two hours before work, I take a nap. An hour before work, I wake up and get up then WORK. After work, I eat snack then prepare to bed. Use my phone in bed then sleep. The next day, I do it all over again. THAT’S MY WEEKDAYS. Well, I do almost each and everything of them on weekend except one action, work. NOW, THAT’S MY WHOLE WEEK.

Just this one time, I’ll let you judge me. Aren’t I boring?

Since the pandemic badly hit us, that’s my usual routine. The height of the pandemic was in March 2020, here in the Philippines. Since then, until now, I work at home. It has been more than 3 years that I have the same routine, imagine what it did to my physical and mental health.

Couple of weeks ago, I was in one of my dark days. I felt so trapped in my own thoughts. My mind was so noisy, I tried to shut it with music. I love Disney movies, so I played Spotify’s playlist, Disney Hits. Do you know the song “What Else can I do?” sang by the character Isabella? One, just one line hit me hard, “I wanna feel the shiver of something new”. I want that too. I want something new. Then I thought, I will break my weekly routine.

That is when I decided to go to museum hopping for the first time in Manila … alone.

Yep! Last Saturday, I went to three museums all by myself.

According to Google Maps, the museums are situated 30 km away from my house, more or less. I had to travel for more than an hour, alone. But it was pretty easy, thanks to LRT. And the museums? THE MUSEUMS ARE GREAT! I visited three neighboring museums. I first went to the National Museum of Natural History as it is the one nearest from the United Nations station. Next, I visited the National Museum of Fine Arts. Lastly, the National Museum of Anthropology. (I’ll talk about them more on a different blog.)

Bouncing from one museum to another is a different story, it was rather difficult. It was insanely hot. It was inferno. Well, I was in Manila. Wink wink, Dan Brown.

Kidding aside, in my alone time, I found peace. Commuting alone, walking alone, touring around alone. Basically, just being outside alone was when my mind was solemn. I had no one to talk with. I had no one to be in awe of what I was seeing with. I had no one to walk under the scorching sun with. And I was okay with those. I am more than okay with those. I enjoyed every teeny, tiny bit of it.

I talked with myself. I was in awe with myself. I walked under the wrath of sun with myself. I genuinely enjoyed.

What’s my takeaway? Two words: I CAN.

I can step out of my comfort zone. It’s okay to be uncomfortable, be hot, be sweaty, and be tired. I can enjoy myself and I am not boring. I took selfies, in public, videos too, I’m proud of myself for those.

It was a day well spent with Claire. We had fun.

[hsundholm]

The Evolution in Paris by Henrik Sundholm Via Flickr: The Museum of Natural History in Paris is impressive! This room however is very dark, and it was difficult to get a usable photo without a tripod.

[petsincollections]

Rare, Unusual and Popular Mammals of the World, Exhibit

Exhibit case displays rare, unusual and popular mammals of the world such as the giant panda, aardvark; kangaroo and giant fruit bat. The exhibit is in the Hall of Mammals, National Museum of Natural History.

Historic Images of the Smithsonian

National Museum of Natural History

[yagodichjagodic]

Those children were moments away from being consumed by a prehistoric shark.

[rabbitcruiser]

The National Museum of Natural History opened on March 11, 1910.

[joannes-daybook]

Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow.