Mission
HMSC connects collections and research at Harvard with global audiences, fostering community and deepening appreciation for science, the natural world, human cultures, and our shared experiences
Values
The Harvard Museums of Science & Culture:
- Highlights the links across interdisciplinary fields
- Builds and sustains partnerships and collaborations
- Welcomes diverse perspectives and voices
- Creates dynamic learning experiences that foster joy and engagement
- Communicates with respect and empathy
- Encourages environmental stewardship and action
Vision
HMSC expands the reach of collections and research at Harvard, fulfilling the civic responsibility fundamental to educational institutions and ensuring these resources are accessible, relevant, and beneficial to society.
History
The Harvard Museums of Science & Culture (HMSC) partnership was established on July 1, 2012, by the former Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Michael D. Smith, to develop a strong, coordinated public face for the six museums that are within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University.
Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments
Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East
