American Museum of Natural History blue whale model

A 94‑foot model of a blue whale suspended in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life has been a prominent centerpiece of the American Museum of Natural History since its installation in 1969. The model is a widely recognized representation of marine life in the museum's exhibitions and underwent conservation and reinstallation work as part of hall renovations. The blue whale display is frequently cited in accounts of the museum's public and educational programming.