Black in Natural History Museums Week is an initiative to share the stories, perspectives & knowledge of Black people in the NHM community.

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The stories of Black scientists are often overlooked & untold. Thus, #BlackInNHMs is proud to share the stories of 17 Black people, who contributed to natural history, with our FIRST exhibit! It was produced in partnership with @FloridaMuseum. Stay tuned for more info below👇🏿
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A big thank you for all of you who have donated for Giving Tuesday and supported BlackInNHMs!! Stay tuned for how we’ll use your donations to support Black career pathways in natural history.
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Final hours! There’s still time to join us. Your support today means so much. blackinnhms.org/givingtuesda…
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It’s here: Giving Tuesday! 🎉 Today, your gift to BiNHMs will fuel our work — mentorships, scholarships, and outreach. Every dollar counts. Donate now: blackinnhms.org/donate #GivingTuesday #BlackInNHMs
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One week until Giving Tuesday! We’re gearing up — look out for our campaign next Tuesday. Here’s what your donation can do…
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The legacy and impact of Black scientists in Natural History continues today. Meet Delano Lewis, one of the Black professionals who previously worked in a natural history museum. On Giving Tuesday, you can help amplify voices like his. #GivingTuesday
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For centuries, Black scientists and naturalists have expanded our understanding of the natural world, even when their stories went untold. #GivingTuesday
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Dr. Margaret Collins is just one of many of the hidden histories of Black naturalists in this field. We aimed to highlight more individuals in our traveling exhibit as well as our website. Check it out: blackinnhms.org/historical-f…

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Discover how Black in Natural History Museums began from founder and President, Dr. Adania Flemming, sharing the story behind the movement. This Giving Tuesday we invite you to be part of this continuing journey.” #GivingTuesday
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Hear from Adania about her hopes for the future of the org: “Our community helps our members thrive through validation and support, and we would love to be in community with folks at our museums who do not look like us.”
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This year, @BlackinNHMs is raising scholarship funds to support Black professionals working in natural history collections. Your support creates space, opportunity & visibility in a field where representation truly matters. Ready to make an impact? Donate: blackinnhms.org/donate
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What does representation in natural history look like? Mark your calendars for Giving Tuesday (Dec 2) — we’re excited to share how you can support @BlackinNHMs and diversity in natural history museums! #GivingTuesday
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Don't miss out on our Community Conversation TODAY with Adé Ben-Salahuddin (birder and naturalist). He will be speaking about his time working in the Peabody Museum’s Vertebrate Paleontology collection (as a college student). Register here: bit.ly/3K76jOW
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Join us tomorrow for a Community Conversation with Adé Ben-Salahuddin. He is a birder and naturalist. He will be speaking about his time working in the Peabody Museum’s Vertebrate Paleontology collection (as a college student). Register here: bit.ly/3K76jOW
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Join us on June 12 for a Community Conversation with Adé Ben-Salahuddin. He is a birder and naturalist. He will be speaking about his time working in the Peabody Museum’s Vertebrate Paleontology collection (as a college student). Register here: bit.ly/3K76jOW
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We are having a Community Conversation soon! Adé Ben-Salahuddin will speak about his experiences from working in the Peabody Museum’s Vertebrate Paleontology collection (as a college student). Join us on June 12: bit.ly/3K76jOW
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Don't miss out on our Community Conversation TODAY with Dr. Maurice Baynard, Vice President of the Community Learning Division @AcadNatSci. He will be speaking about democratizing science. Register here: bit.ly/3vx0kil

We are having a Community Conversation on FEB 6! Our speaker, Dr. Maurice Baynard, is Vice President of the Community Learning Division at the @AcadNatSci. His talk will focus on democratizing science. Join us : bit.ly/3vx0kil
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Join us tomorrow for a Community Conversation with Dr. Maurice Baynard. He is Vice President of the Community Learning Division at the The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. His talk will focus on democratizing science. Register here: bit.ly/3vx0kil

We are having a Community Conversation on FEB 6! Our speaker, Dr. Maurice Baynard, is Vice President of the Community Learning Division at the @AcadNatSci. His talk will focus on democratizing science. Join us : bit.ly/3vx0kil
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We are having a Community Conversation soon! Dr. Maurice Baynard will speak about democratizing science. Join us on Feb 6: bit.ly/3vx0kil

We are having a Community Conversation on FEB 6! Our speaker, Dr. Maurice Baynard, is Vice President of the Community Learning Division at the @AcadNatSci. His talk will focus on democratizing science. Join us : bit.ly/3vx0kil
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We are having a Community Conversation on FEB 6! Our speaker, Dr. Maurice Baynard, is Vice President of the Community Learning Division at the @AcadNatSci. His talk will focus on democratizing science. Join us : bit.ly/3vx0kil
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