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A Vision for the Burke
Recently honored by the Western Museum Association, Burke Museum Executive Director Julie Stein discusses her years at the museum.
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Building a replica of native history
This December, Sven Haakanson Jr., curator of North American Anthropology at the Burke Museum, is creating a full-size replica of an Angyaaq, the Native boat made by the Sugpiat of Alaska.
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Washington Joins the Dinosaur Club
Researchers have identified a fossil found in the San Juan Islands as a dinosaur bone dating back 80 million years.
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A Strong Voice for Pacific Islander Students
Anthropology major Alina Aleaga developed curricula that encourage Pacific Islander students to explore their heritage—and the Burke Museum.
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Seattle Scientists Unearth Washington's First Ever Dinosaur Fossil
Washington State has its first dinosaur. Researchers at the Burke Museum and UW Biology say they excavated a weathered, 80 million year old thighbone from a beach on Sucia Island in the San Juans. -
For the first time ever, a dinosaur fossil has been found in Washington state
Washington just became the 37th state to find a confirmed dinosaur fossil -- and it may be the last. -
Washington's first dinosaur fossil found in San Juans
Scientists have uncovered Washington's first dinosaur fossil, in a state park on the San Juan Islands. -
T. Rex's Cousin? Scientists Find Washington State's First Dinosaur Fossil
A fragmented femur bone hidden underwater for millions of years has provided the first evidence that a dinosaur once roamed Washington state. -
First dinosaur bone found in state, 80 million years later
The leg bone weighs 15 pounds, is 16.7 inches and is the first dinosaur fossil found in Washington. Much of the region was under water during that era 80 million years ago. -
Is That Doorstop a... Dinosaur Egg?
Bring your treasures to the Burke Museum on May 9 to learn more about them from the Burke's experts.
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A Pacific Connection, Museum Style
The Burke Museum served as matchmaker and mentor for a project linking museums in Suquamish, Washington and Palawan Island, Philippines.
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Plastics Reconsidered
A century ago, plastic was an exciting new discovery. Now it is used everywhere, from toys to food containers to medical supplies. The Burke Museum's Plastics Unwrapped exhibit explores our complicated relationship with plastic.
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Sharing an Ocean, Traditions, and a Canoe
A year-long cultural exchange between the indigenous Ainu community of Japan and several Washington State tribal groups, organized by the Burke Museum, culminated with a memorable canoe journey.
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Tribal Museum Program Launches with UW Involvement
A new Tribal Museum Program is now offered through the Northwest Indian College, thanks to the vision of UW Professor Emeritus James Nason and the involvement of Burke Museum staff.
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Burkemobile Hits the Road
Burke Museum staff travel to schools across the state to introduce the museum's collections to young students.