FEATURED EXHIBITS

Every object in this exclusive limited-time exhibit has it’s own story to tell. Objects of Wonder, an exhibit at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, hints at the vastness and diversity of the museum's collections. Behind the scenes, teams of researchers add to, manage, and learn from the collections, while collections professionals prepare, document, and preserve each object. Come join in on all of the fun while you can!

Emerald Necklace, Beryl (variety emerald), diamond, platinum, donated by Madeleine H. Murdock. Visit the Objects of Wonder exhibit to explore this necklace’s journey from the emerald mines of Colombia to the National Gem and Mineral Collection in Washington, D.C.