Dakota M. Rowsey

He/Him

Biology Department, Science Museum of Minnesota

I serve as the Biology Collections Manager at the Science Museum of Minnesota. I oversee the care and maintenance of our specimens of plants, invertebrates, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals, ensuring that the specimens and their associated data are maintained to the highest standard of quality and accessibility for teaching, research, and outreach purposes.

I occasionally engage in research spanning lab and field activities and am passionate about engaging the public from backgrounds traditionally under-served by collections-based teaching and research activities. I am proud to cultivate a research and teaching environment where everyone is welcome and respected for the perspectives they bring.