Question 1

What is the Field Museum in Chicago known for?

Accepted Answer

The Field Museum in Chicago is known for being one of the largest natural history museums of the world. It is also famous for the world-renowned items on display include Egyptian mummies, the man-eating lions of Tsavo, and SUE, the largest and most complete Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered.

Question 2

How long does it take to walk through the Field Museum?

Accepted Answer

It takes about 3-4 hours to walk through the Field Museum and you can see all the highlights of this museum within these hours. You can explore the temples of the Inca and Aztecs, the Dinosaur Hall Evolving Planet exhibit, the largest collections of Chinese jade and much more.

Question 3

Does the Field Museum have real dinosaur bones?

Accepted Answer

No, the Field Museum does not have any real dinosaur bones. The skeletons here are made from casts as it's easier to study a hollow plastic cast than real bones.

Question 4

Is Sue the T. rex still at the Field Museum?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sue the T. rex is still at the Field Museum and it is now a permanent feature of the museum. It was auctioned in 2020 for USD 31.8 million and Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago won the auction.