Museums

Blackhawk Museum

Blackhawk Museum, established in 1988, is a cultural and educational institution located in Danville, California. The museum features five world-class galleries: The Automotive Gallery, Spirit of the Old West, Into China, World of Nature, and Art of Africa.

Its Automotive Gallery houses a rotating collection of over 90 historically significant automobiles, while Spirit of the Old West spans more than 10,000 sq. ft. with immersive dioramas and artifacts. Into China showcases rare works from the Shanghai Museum, and World of Nature includes taxidermy specimens from around the globe. Art of Africa highlights traditional masks, sculptures, and carvings representing diverse regions. The Museum regularly hosts educational programs, speaker series, cultural festivals, and community events, drawing visitors from across the Bay Area and beyond.

Dalian Museum of Natural History

In 2006, the Dalian Natural History Museum opened its mammal hall with support from Ken Behring. The exhibition includes more than one hundred specimens from Africa, North America, and Eurasia. Large mounted animals are displayed in immersive scenes that highlight natural ecosystems and predator-prey relationships. Each section of the gallery is organized thematically to help visitors understand the diversity of species and the interconnectedness of the natural world. The exhibition remains one of the museum’s most notable attractions and serves as an educational resource for the region.

Shanghai Science and Technology Museum

Opened in 2001, the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum is one of China’s leading centers for science education and public engagement. Its permanent exhibitions cover themes of nature, humanity, and technology, with galleries that highlight biodiversity, ecosystems, and the natural world. Through the support of Ken Behring and the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum has expanded its animal and natural history displays, offering visitors immersive opportunities to learn about wildlife and conservation.

Tianjin Natural History Museum

The Tianjin Natural History Museum is one of China’s most established natural history institutions, known for its extensive collections of fossils, minerals, and wildlife specimens. In the mid-2000s, the museum expanded its exhibitions with support from Ken Behring and the Behring Global Educational Foundation, adding new displays of large mammals and ecological environments. These additions strengthened the museum’s role as a center for science education and conservation awareness in northern China.

Yangzhou Museum

The Yangzhou Museum blends cultural heritage with natural history, offering visitors a diverse range of exhibits that reflect the region’s history and environment. Through the support of the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum developed wildlife displays presented in lifelike settings with interactive elements. These exhibitions provide educational opportunities for families and students while emphasizing the importance of harmony between people and nature.

Shanghai Museum of Natural History

The Shanghai Museum of Natural History is one of the largest museums of its kind in China, showcasing extensive collections in paleontology, zoology, botany, and anthropology. In 2015 the museum moved into a purpose-built facility within Jing’an Sculpture Park, offering visitors modern exhibition spaces and immersive displays. With support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum has strengthened its natural history presentations, making it a leading destination for scientific education and cultural enrichment in Shanghai.

New Tianjin Museum of Natural History

The New Tianjin Museum of Natural History builds on the legacy of one of China’s most established natural science institutions. Its modern facilities house extensive collections of fossils, minerals, and wildlife specimens, presented through interactive and educational exhibits. With support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum has expanded its natural history displays, providing visitors with new opportunities to explore the diversity of life and the importance of conservation.

Shenzhen Museum

The Shenzhen Museum presents a wide range of exhibitions on history, culture, and natural science, reflecting the rapid growth and diversity of the region. With support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum developed wildlife displays featuring specimens from around the world. These exhibits have provided valuable educational opportunities for local communities and visitors, highlighting biodiversity and the relationship between people and nature.

Chongqing Museum of Natural History

The Chongqing Museum of Natural History is a major center for scientific education in southwest China, featuring extensive collections in paleontology, zoology, and geology. With support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum enhanced its wildlife galleries to include specimens from Africa and North America, presented in detailed naturalistic settings. These exhibits broaden the museum’s ability to connect visitors with the diversity of global ecosystems and the importance of protecting natural heritage.

Yunnan Science & Technology Museum

The Yunnan Science and Technology Museum highlights the province’s unique role as one of the most biodiverse regions in China. Its exhibitions focus on natural history, ecological science, and technological innovation, with galleries designed to engage students and families. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation helped strengthen the museum’s wildlife and natural history presentations, providing visitors with new ways to explore Yunnan’s rich environmental heritage.

Shandong Museum

The Shandong Museum, one of the oldest and largest in the province, preserves an extensive collection of cultural relics and natural history specimens. Its exhibitions range from ancient Chinese art and archaeology to geology and wildlife, offering a comprehensive view of regional and national heritage. With support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum enhanced its natural history displays, creating opportunities for visitors to learn about both cultural achievements and the diversity of the natural world.

Qingdao Binhai University

Qingdao Binhai University integrates education with cultural and scientific exploration, providing students and the public with access to a wide range of exhibits. With support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the university developed a museum space featuring wildlife specimens from around the world. These displays serve as both a teaching resource and a cultural attraction, enriching the academic environment while promoting a greater appreciation for biodiversity..

National Zoological Museum of China

The National Zoological Museum of China in Beijing is the country’s largest zoological museum and a major center for research, education, and public engagement with biodiversity. Its expansive exhibitions highlight animal diversity, ecology, and conservation, presented in immersive galleries that span multiple floors. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation has contributed to the museum’s natural history displays, allowing visitors to experience a wide range of specimens while learning about the relationship between people and the natural world.

Ningxia Science and Technology Museum

The Ningxia Science and Technology Museum in Yinchuan serves as a hub for science education and public learning in northwest China. Its exhibitions cover a wide range of topics, from physics and engineering to the natural sciences. With support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum has incorporated wildlife and ecological displays that complement its science and technology focus. These additions help connect visitors to the natural world while encouraging curiosity about both nature and innovation.

Zhejiang Museum of Natural History

Founded in 1929, the Zhejiang Museum of Natural History is one of the oldest natural history museums in China. Its collections include paleontology, zoology, botany, and geology, with nearly 130,000 specimens representing the Earth’s natural and cultural heritage. The museum reopened in a modern facility in 2009, expanding its exhibition space and educational programs. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation strengthened its wildlife displays, offering visitors vivid presentations of ecosystems and the interconnectedness of life.

Hong Kong Science Museum

Opened in 1991, the Hong Kong Science Museum is a leading center for hands-on science education, featuring over 500 interactive exhibits across physics, robotics, transportation, and natural history. Designed to encourage discovery and participation, the museum attracts families, students, and educators from across the region. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation contributed to its natural history exhibitions, helping connect visitors to the study of wildlife and the broader natural world.

National Museum of Natural Science

Located in Taichung, Taiwan, the National Museum of Natural Science is one of the most comprehensive science museums in Asia. Spanning multiple venues, it includes the Science Center, Life Science Hall, Human Cultures Hall, Global Environment Hall, and Botanical Garden, along with Taiwan’s first IMAX theater. Its wide-ranging exhibitions cover astronomy, paleontology, ecology, and anthropology, serving millions of visitors and students each year. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation enhanced the museum’s wildlife and natural history displays, strengthening its mission to advance science education and cultural understanding.

Hubei Provincial Museum

The Hubei Provincial Museum in Wuhan is one of China’s most important cultural institutions, best known for its archaeological treasures such as the Marquis Yi of Zeng’s bronze bells, along with extensive collections of ancient artifacts and regional history. In addition to its cultural holdings, the museum also features exhibitions on natural history and ecology. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation contributed to these displays, broadening the museum’s role as both a cultural and educational center that connects visitors to China’s rich heritage and natural world.

National Maritime Museum of China

The National Maritime Museum of China, located in Tianjin, is the largest maritime museum in the country and a landmark for oceanic education and research. Its exhibitions trace China’s long relationship with the sea, from ancient shipbuilding and navigation to marine ecosystems and modern maritime science. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation has strengthened its natural history components, helping visitors explore the connections between marine life, human history, and the importance of ocean conservation.

Shaanxi Museum of Nature

Located in Xi’an, the Shaanxi Museum of Nature highlights the region’s geological and ecological diversity. Its collections include paleontological specimens, minerals, plants, and wildlife, with exhibitions that explore the evolution of life and the natural environment of central China. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation contributed to the museum’s natural history displays, helping visitors gain a deeper understanding of both the local environment and global biodiversity.

Wuhan Natural History Museum

The Wuhan Natural History Museum showcases the ecological and cultural heritage of central China. Its galleries include fossil collections, exhibits on local flora and fauna, and displays exploring the relationship between people and the natural environment. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation helped enhance the museum’s wildlife and ecological exhibitions, providing visitors with meaningful opportunities to learn about biodiversity and conservation.

Chengdu Museum

The Chengdu Museum is one of the largest cultural institutions in Sichuan Province, combining history, art, and natural science under one roof. Its exhibitions range from artifacts of the ancient Shu civilization to displays of regional biodiversity and ecology. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation contributed to the museum’s natural history presentations, enhancing its role as both a cultural landmark and an educational resource for western China.

Yichang Museum

The Yichang Museum highlights the cultural and natural heritage of the Three Gorges region along the Yangtze River. Its collections include archaeological discoveries, ethnographic artifacts, and exhibits on the local environment. With support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum expanded its natural history displays, offering visitors a broader perspective on the relationship between people, history, and the unique ecology of the Yangtze River basin.

Xiangyang Science and Technology Museum

The Xiangyang Science and Technology Museum is dedicated to promoting STEM education through interactive exhibits in physics, engineering, biology, and earth sciences. Designed to engage students and families, its galleries encourage hands-on exploration and discovery. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation added natural history elements to the museum’s offerings, helping connect scientific learning with a greater appreciation for the natural world.

Yunnan Natural History Museum

The Yunnan Natural History Museum reflects the province’s extraordinary biodiversity and cultural heritage. Its exhibitions feature rare fossils, endemic species, and displays that highlight the unique ecosystems of the region. With support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum strengthened its wildlife and ecological galleries, giving visitors opportunities to explore Yunnan’s natural richness and the importance of conservation in one of China’s most diverse provinces.

Henan Science and Technology Museum

The Henan Science and Technology Museum in Zhengzhou is a major center for public science education in central China. Its exhibitions cover subjects such as physics, robotics, energy, and life sciences, with interactive displays designed to inspire creativity and exploration. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation contributed to the museum’s natural history components, helping visitors connect scientific discovery with a deeper understanding of the natural world.

Shanxi Museum of Geology

The Shanxi Museum of Geology highlights the province’s rich geological resources and history. Its collections include rare minerals, rock specimens, and fossils that illustrate Earth’s processes and the evolution of life. Exhibits connect the region’s natural resources with human development, emphasizing both scientific discovery and cultural heritage. Support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation enhanced the museum’s natural history displays, broadening educational opportunities for visitors of all ages.

Jiangxi Museum

The Jiangxi Museum, located in Nanchang, is the largest comprehensive museum in the province, combining cultural history, archaeology, and natural science. Its collections include ancient porcelain, regional artifacts, and exhibitions on Jiangxi’s landscapes and biodiversity. With support from the Behring Global Educational Foundation, the museum expanded its natural history displays, giving visitors a richer understanding of both the cultural achievements and natural heritage of the region.