Polar World: Wyckoff Hall of Arctic Life closed on June 28, 2026.
For more than 40 years, Polar World transported visitors on an immersive journey through 4,500 years of Inuit history and Arctic life. Inuit sculptures and prints, full-sized dioramas, Arctic wildlife specimens, and a replica snowhouse captivated people of all ages on tours, field trips, and independent visits.
While saying good-bye can be difficult, closing exhibitions creates space for new experiences. The hall will be home to Egypt on the Nile, which opens on May 1, 2027. All scientific specimens and objects from Polar World will be carefully cleaned and conserved by our expert conservation team. Some objects and specimens may return to display in other areas of the museum.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in saying farewell during Polar World’s final weekend. Throughout the anthropology and wildlife halls, we hosted hands-on Arctic themed activities, including art making, storytime, and a Snowhouse Spotlight tour. We enjoyed hearing stories and memories of Polar World.
Polar World: Wyckoff Hall of Acrtic Life Through the Years
