Whales
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Whales
The massive and awe-inspiring creatures have long played a vital role in the lives of coastal peoples around the world. Drawn from the Museum’s rich archives and collections, the resources below include the story of the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life’s beloved blue whale, video about the rarest whale on Earth, and Arctic explorer Herbert Ponting’s chilling account of being hunted by a pod of killer whales. Don't miss the special exhibition Whales: Giants of the Deep, opening March 23rd at the Museum.