Exciting news for Pokémon enthusiasts: The Pokémon Company has officially announced that the Pokémon Fossil Museum will make its North American debut in May 2026. This unique exhibition, which first captivated audiences in Japan, will open its doors at Chicago's Field Museum on May 22, 2026, marking its first venture outside Japan.
The Pokémon Fossil Museum offers a fascinating juxtaposition of the fictional and the real, showcasing detailed Pokémon "fossils" alongside genuine ancient lifeforms. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to explore vibrant models of Pokémon like Tyrantrum and Archeops displayed next to scientific casts of Field Museum's iconic specimens, such as SUE the T. rex and the Chicago Archaeopteryx. "How many differences (and similarities) will you spot, Trainers?" the museum teases, inviting visitors to delve into the world of paleontology and Pokémon lore.
Pokémon Fossil Museum Virtual Tour
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For those unable to travel to Chicago or Japan, The Pokémon Company and Toyohashi Museum of Natural History have collaborated to bring the Pokémon Fossil Museum experience directly to your home. Pokémon fans can now take a virtual tour around the exhibit, allowing them to marvel at the collection of real and Pokémon fossils, from tyrannosaurs to Tyrantrums, all from the comfort of their own space.
In other Pokémon-related news, a significant event unfolded in the UK, where a man was arrested after police discovered a cache of stolen Pokémon cards valued at £250,000 (approximately $332,500). The discovery was made following a raid by Greater Manchester Police at a home in Hyde, Tameside. A police spokesperson humorously remarked, "Gotta catch 'em all," highlighting the widespread appeal and cultural impact of Pokémon.
