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"Natural history museums have progressively improved public engagement through immersive exhibits, participation in field expeditions, and research using museum holdings. This volume samples the story of museum development and illustrates that the historical successes of natural history museums have positioned them to be preeminent facilitators of science literacy well into the future"-- Information on museum activities around the world.
Geological museums. --- Geology --- Geology --- Geology --- Exhibitions. --- Social aspects. --- Study and teaching.
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"This volume samples the history of art about fossils-and the visual conceptualization of their significance-starting with biblical and mythological depictions, extending to renditions of ancient life in long-vanished habitats, and on to a modern understanding that paleoart conveys lessons for the betterment of the human condition. Twenty-nine chapters illustrate how art about fossils has come to be a significant teaching tool not only about evolution of past life, but also about conservation of our planet for the benefit of future generations"--
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