Pokémon Fossil Museum

Discover a unique paleontological learning experience with Pokémon—connect the iconic entertainment franchise with prehistoric fossils.

Pokémon Fossil Museum features side-by-side displays of vibrant Pokémon models and extinct life forms from the Field Museum’s collection. The exhibition encourages visitors to use their powers of observation to make connections and to see differences between the specimens and sculptures.

Immerse yourself in the worlds of Pokémon and natural history like never before. See real fossils and specimen casts from Field Museum icons like SUE the T. rex and the Chicago Archaeopteryx, and study the models of mysterious creatures such as Tyrantrum and Archeops from the Pokémon world. Visitors of all ages will discover how fossils are found and studied in both the Pokémon and real worlds.

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Specifications

  • Gallery Requirements: 7,500 ft2 (700m2)
  • Ceiling Height: 12 ft
  • Shipping: One-way, inbound, paid by host venue
  • Language: All text in English and Spanish; language may be converted by host venues

Bring Pokémon Fossil Museum to Your Institution

Contact us to learn more about hosting the exhibition at travelingexh@fieldmuseum.org or 312-665-7119 | 312-665-7311