Reimaging Black Folx relationship with the biodiversity of our Planet
Black in Natural History Museums
About Us
BlackInNHMs was developed to serve as a community harnessing the power of a collective and helping individuals find mentors, mentees and wellness while occupying the sometimes harsh isolating world of being Black in NHMs.
As a community of Black professionals in Natural History Museums, we seek to build a stronger connection among Black museum staff, faculty & students and are looking to highlight career and other opportunities for our community. We offer support, science education, and networking for Black folx involved in Natural History Museums.
Our Mission
As a community of Black museum professionals, we hope to inspire Black professionals worldwide to reimagine their relationship with the biodiversity of our planet while showcasing the vast number of career opportunities available in Natural History Museum and related areas.
Using the power of education and community, we want to diversify the stories told and research done within our natural history museums and celebrate the often-unheard contributions of past Black professionals.
Our Vision
We envision a future where Black people’s voices, opinions, and stories are heard, reflected, and respected in Natural history museums. Where every Black individual is aware of opportunities within museums, does not feel like an imposter applying for a position and strives to occupy the highest-ranking positions museums have to offer.
We wish to provide community, group support, science education, research opportunities and networking for Black folks involved or interested in Natural History Museums. We also wish to expose Black communities across the globe to Natural History Museums and our complex connections to these institutions.
Join as an member
As a member, you will have access to resources like workshops and seminars and a network of like-minded people to share your work and ideas with.
Not only will you be in a position to apply for various grants and funding for your own endeavors, but you will also have the opportunity to shape the future by providing scholarships for students interested in pursuing a career in Natural History. If you
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Identify as a Black person.
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Are working, interested in working or have worked in Natural history museum.
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Have or are pursuing a Bachelor of Science or above qualification, are currently enrolled as an undergraduate, or are a high school graduate.
Help Us Grow
We need your helping in order to introduce and support more Black people in natural history. Please consider donating to help us promote a community for those who have been historically excluded.
Using the power of education and community, we want to diversify the stories told and research done within our natural history museums and celebrate the often-unheard contributions of past Black professionals.
Black in Natural History Exhibit
Traveling exhibit
Beginning in February 2024, BlackInNHMs showcased our first exhibit at the Florida Museum of Natural History. Our traveling exhibit explores the contributions of Black scientists through engaging stories. On September 21st 2025 our exhibit will be on display at the American Museum of Natural History. Where do you think we will be featured next?
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