News & Stories

New study analyzes role of scent compounds in the co-evolution of bats and pepper plants.

A recent study published in the journal Biotropica by Burke Museum researchers provides an important roadmap to conserving rough-nosed horned lizards (Ceratophora aspera) in Sri Lanka. 

The Herbarium celebrates its 25th Annual Foray.

Rod Crawford, Arachnology & Entomology Curatorial Associate, celebrates 50 years at the Burke!

University of Washington student Jill Kumasaka gives a tour of the Burke malacology collections.

A Juneteenth message from Burke Museum Director of Education, Dr. Alvin Logan, Jr.

The Burke Museum and Woodland Park Zoo have joined together for the lively Wild at Heart partnership series to celebrate local cultural organizations.

The Burke Museum’s mission is to care for and share natural and cultural collections so all people can learn, be inspired, generate knowledge, feel joy, and heal. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion informs our efforts in achieving each of these goals.

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