The Hall of Human Origins offers a welcoming place to explore one of the most exciting areas of science, the study of human evolution. Despite strong public interest in the science, however, many people find this topic troubling when viewed from a religious perspective. Representatives of diverse religious communities encourage a larger, more respectful understanding of both the scientific evidence and religious belief.
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September 9, 2010 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
September 16, 2010 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
September 23, 2010 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Featured Research
Human Evolution:
Religious Perspectives
Human Evolution: Religious Perspectives
Fun Facts
Why do we get goose bumps?
The body hair of all mammals automatically stands up when cold, creating a fluffy layer of warmth. When we’re cold, the muscles around the hair follicles contract – a reflex left over from when our ancestors had long body hair. But since we don’t have much body hair, all we see are the goose bumps on our skin.
What Does It Mean To Be Human?
Other responses
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To work for the honor of doing one's best.- ellen pearl, clarksburg md
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Stream of consciousness spawns questions about what we are able to observe. The search for answers to those questions is to be Human.- Joe Quinn, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
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To engage and disengage from our reality and the reality of others is to be human.- Rajeev, Greensboro, NC
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For Educators and Students
Teachers Forum
Are you interested in joining a discussion forum exclusively for educators involved in teaching human evolution? We encourage you to participate in our Teachers Forum and share your insights, questions, best practices, and experiences with other like-minded educators.
