African and North American Diorama Halls

Our famous dioramas, found across three large galleries on two floors, provide dozens of windows into the hidden world of wildlife. Immerse yourself in the sweaty jungles of Tanzania or the frozen tundra of the Arctic while staring gorillas and grizzly bears in the eye. Even though our Diorama Halls are over 90 years old, there is always something new to discover. Our team of skilled artists adds new specimens every year, accurately re-creating natural habitats in painstaking detail from the smallest blade of grass to the largest elephant.

While exploring, you'll:

• Study many habitats and species that are quickly disappearing.
• Spot which predator is sneaking up on the unsuspecting herd of bison.
• Peacefully contemplate the beauty and splendor of our natural world.