About me
As the driving force behind the creation of new exhibits at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Dr. Caitlin Colleary combines her expertise as a leading vertebrate paleontologist with a visionary approach to exhibit design. Since joining the museum in 2020, she has played a crucial role in developing exhibits that not only captivate visitors but also create meaningful connections to the science behind them. By integrating scientific research—such as her work on the molecular preservation of pigments and soft tissues in fossils—into innovative and engaging designs, Dr. Colleary makes complex paleontological concepts accessible and inspires curiosity, fostering deeper public engagement with the natural world.
