Collections Access and Research

All of our scientific research collections are housed in climate-controlled, secure conditions, and are openly available to researchers. To schedule access to the research collections, contact Curator of Anthropology Peter Ferdinando (pferd001@fiu.edu) or Curator of Paleontology Robert A. DePalma (rdepalma@pbmnh.org).

 

Anthropology Collections

The museum houses a variety of different collections that encompass the entire spectrum of Anthropology. These items are essential for the study of all of humanity. The museum is dedicated to the examination of all aspects of Anthropology, from the ancient cities found in Archaeology, to the study of human evolution in Physical Anthropology.

South Florida Archaeological Collection

The South Florida Archaeological Collection consists of 900 boxes of archaeological material excavated throughout South Florida from 1959 until the present. This collection is the predominate study and research assortment for South Florida Pre-Contact Native Americans. Even with numerous research pieces written on this collection, current investigate is still finding amazing facts about the Tequesta Indians of South Florida.

SFAC Database
(Under Modification)

Paleontology Collections

Vertebrates

Invertebrates