N.W. Harris Learning Collection

The N. W. Harris Learning Collection at the Field Museum allows you to take real specimens and artifacts into your home or classroom.

The N. W. Harris Learning Collection at the Field Museum gives educators and parents a chance to take the Museum's collection to their classroom or home. Borrow these specimens, items, and related curricular materials for up to three weeks, and when you return your borrowed treasures, peruse the over 100-year-old Learning Collection to take something new.

2024 Summer Hours

June 16 - June 30:

Tuesday - Thursday 9-3 PM

July 1 - August 25:

CLOSED

Our regular office hours will resume the week of August 26:

  • Tuesday and Wednesday from 3—7pm
  • Saturday from 9am—3pm

The Field Museum-West Entrance
1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60605-2496
(312) 665-7555

For other questions about the Harris Learning Collection, please contact harris@fieldmuseum.org.