The Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH) has awarded Dr. Ángel A. García, Jr., Assistant Professor of Geology and Environmental Science at James Madison University, a grant of $5,000 in support of an undergraduate research opportunity aimed at answering key questions about cave shields. The grant is made possible by the museum’s Pete Henika Memorial Fund, an endowment fund supporting high-impact research projects in the field of geology and other natural history disciplines. Pictured is student Bianca Maldonado-Arroyo, who holds a polished cave shield collected from Endless Caverns located in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley.
Virginia Museum of Natural History
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Martinsville, VA 973 followers
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As the state’s museum of natural history, VMNH has award-winning exhibits, ground-breaking scientific research and collections, and innovative educational programs for all ages. VMNH is a member of the Southeastern Museums Conference and the Association of Science-Technology Centers, and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, a distinction earned by fewer than 5% of U.S. museums. Mission To interpret Virginia's natural heritage within a global context in ways that are relevant to all citizens of the Commonwealth. Research and Collections VMNH has more than 10 million cataloged specimens, with research programs in Paleontology, Recent Invertebrates, Archaeology, Mammalogy, and Geology. While the museum’s primary geographic strengths are in Virginia and the Southeastern United States, the collections and research programs span the globe. Education The museum's innovative education programs reach students, teachers, and the general public statewide and throughout the region. From "at-the-museum" programs to outreach and distance education programs, the museum's education programs are correlated directly to state and national learning standards. Exhibits In addition to its important programs in research, collections, and education, the museum also features award-winning permanent and special exhibits both at the museum and through remote sites. From the permanent exhibit galleries Uncovering Virginia and How Nature Works to the new Hahn Hall of Biodiversity and the Fossil Overlook, the museum's exhibits connect visitors to the stories of Virginia's natural past, present and future. Impact The Virginia Museum of Natural History is a tremendous driver of economic growth locally, regionally, and statewide. In addition to the museum's measurable economic benefits, VMNH also improves the quality of life in the region, providing residents with exhibits, programs and events normally found in larger metropolitan areas.
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- Martinsville, VA
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- science, research, collections, education, and exhibits
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21 Starling Avenue
Martinsville, VA 24112, US
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Joel Clifton
Museum Tech at Virginia Museum of Natural History
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Carolyn Seay
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Ryan Barber, CFRE
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UPDATE: This position has been filled. The Virginia Museum of Natural History is still accepting applications for the role of Visiting Scholar/Visiting Researcher/Postdoctoral Scholar in Vertebrate Biology, broadly defined. This position closes November 29. The successful candidate will be appointed in the Research and Collections Division and affiliated with a biology science lab within a given scientific collection (Vertebrate Zoology Collections). This is a 2-year, full time position with the possibility of extension. Interested in applying? Follow the link to learn more! Know someone who may be interested in applying? Please share the link!
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