The Creepiest Artifacts in Museums Around the World

A Doll Named Michelle

This cloth doll is named Michelle. It was used by laryngologist Chevalier Jackson to showcase his non-surgical techniques for removing foreign objects from children's throats. In a way, this creepy little doll probably saved a lot of lives! 

A Mummified Pigeon

If you ever wanted to know what a mummified pigeon looks like, this is your answer! This little guy is part of the Education Collection at Minnesota's Bell Museum. It was accidentally sealed in a wall of a building when it died and was ultimately eaten by insects... Well, minus the feathers. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.