SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology is the world's largest museum dedicated entirely to the skeletal systems of vertebrates. Featuring hundreds of real skulls and complete articulated skeletons from virtually every corner of the animal kingdom, it is one of the most unique and educational destinations in the country for students, researchers, and natural history enthusiasts alike.
Osteology is the scientific study of the structure, function, and development of bones and the skeletal system. It is a discipline that crosses biology, anatomy, anthropology, paleontology, and medicine. The skeleton is the framework of life — and studying it reveals an extraordinary amount about how an animal lives, moves, feeds, and relates to every other species on earth.
The museum's collection spans thousands of specimens across hundreds of species, including:
The museum was founded with a single purpose: to use the beauty and complexity of skeletal anatomy to inspire a deeper appreciation for the natural world. Every exhibit is designed to be accessible and engaging — whether you're a five-year-old seeing a lion skull for the first time or a graduate student comparing the limb structures of different primate species.
We believe that when people understand how life is built — bone by bone — they develop a natural respect and concern for the living world those bones inhabit. Education leads to wonder. Wonder leads to conservation.
The museum welcomes school groups, university classes, and private tours. Educational programs are available for all age levels, from elementary school through graduate-level research. Our staff can tailor a guided experience to specific curriculum goals or areas of interest.
To book a group visit or educational program, contact us:
SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology and Skulls Unlimited International share a common mission — to make osteological science accessible, beautiful, and meaningful to everyone. Many of the specimens in our online store have been prepared or studied in connection with the museum's collection standards, ensuring that every item we sell reflects the same level of quality and authenticity that our museum visitors have come to expect.
Can't make it in person? Browse our full collection of real specimens, museum-quality replicas, and educational materials online. Everything we sell is held to the same standard as the specimens on our museum floor.
