About

The mission of the McClung Museum is to advance understanding and appreciation of the earth and its peoples through the collection, preservation, study, interpretation, and exhibition of objects and data. As a part of the University of Tennessee, the museum works to support academic programs and provide educational programming.

The museum also participates in implementing the university’s central mission: to cultivate and enrich the human mind and spirit through teaching, scholarship, artistic creation, public service, and professional practice.

History

Since opening in 1963, the museum has fostered education, ideas, creativity, research, and public service in our community and at the University of Tennessee.

Staff

See a list of staff titles, emails, and general contact information.

student advisory board

Student Advisory Board

Vols shape the McClung Museum through MSAB!

Photograph of Monty the Edmontasaurus in the fog.

Advisory Board

We are grateful for the guidance provided by our community leaders.

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Working at the Museum

Learn more about employment, volunteering, internships, assistantships, and docent opportunities at the museum.

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