Sir Indiana Bones is the museum's purr-fect protector
Meet Indy, the feline who guards specimens, inspects exhibits, and brings joy to Skulls Unlimited!
Indy at Admission Window (2020) by Skulls Unlimited InternationalMuseum of Osteology
The man, the myth, the legend
This is Sir Indiana Bones, affectionately called Indy. He is the museum mascot and Chief Morale Officer. He roams around the museum, eager to take naps under the skeletons and procure some head scritches from guests. He loves attention!
Sir Indiana Bones (2019-07-30) by Skulls Unlimited InternationalMuseum of Osteology
The Kitty Committee made a selection
The Skulls Unlimited team was asking management for an office pet. When they received approval, they went to a local shelter with the intention of picking out a kitten. Indy, an estimated 1-2 year old cat, was adopted on September 6th, 2019, from the Moore Animal Shelter.
Indy Second Floor of Gallery (2023) by Skulls Unlimited InternationalMuseum of Osteology
The museum's guard cat
Indy does a great job guarding the specimens. He doesn't bite and attack the specimens (except the porcupine quills and musk deer fur).
Indy Carnivora Exhibit (2021) by Skulls Unlimited InternationalMuseum of Osteology
Indy as the exhibit inspector
Indy does thorough inspections of the exhibits to make sure everything is in its proper place and looking great. Even if he does leave a few paw prints around the museum.
Indy with Bone Box (2023) by Skulls Unlimited InternationalMuseum of Osteology
Indy as a quality control inspector
Indy does quality checks of all the products sold by Skulls Unlimited. He seems displeased with these boxes.
Indy Sleeping (2023) by Skulls Unlimited InternationalMuseum of Osteology
Indy the introvert
Even museum mascots need downtime. Sometimes Indy gets shy and just wants to nap in peace.
Indy in Gift Store (2023) by Skulls Unlimited InternationalMuseum of Osteology
Can I speak to the gift shop moew-ager?
Sometimes he wants to be in the center of everything. This is Indy making sure everything is running smoothly in the gift shop.
Most importantly, Indy adds a lot of joy and fun to the museum environment.
Indy and Lion Taxidermy (2023) by Skulls Unlimited InternationalMuseum of Osteology
You can follow Indy's adventures too
You can find him on social media, under the handle Sir Indiana Bones, or stop by the museum to meet him yourself (if he's not too busy with his responsibilities)!
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