The Pokémon Company has exciting news for fans in North America: the Pokémon Fossil Museum is set to open its doors in May 2026. If you're curious about what this unique exhibition entails, it's precisely what it sounds like—a fascinating blend of the Pokémon universe and real-world paleontology. After a successful debut in Japan, this exhibition is making its way to Chicago's Field Museum on May 22, 2026, marking its first venture outside Japan.
At the Pokémon Fossil Museum, you'll have the opportunity to explore vibrant Pokémon models displayed alongside genuine fossils from the Field Museum's extensive collection. Imagine standing before scientific casts of iconic dinosaurs like SUE the T. rex and the Chicago Archaeopteryx, positioned next to Fossil Pokémon such as Tyrantrum and Archeops. The museum invites visitors to delve into the intriguing world of ancient lifeforms and Pokémon, encouraging you to spot the differences and similarities between these fascinating exhibits. "How many differences (and similarities) will you spot, Trainers?" the museum teases.
Pokémon Fossil Museum Virtual Tour
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Can't make it to Chicago or Japan? No worries! The Pokémon Company and Toyohashi Museum of Natural History have collaborated to bring the Pokémon Fossil Museum experience right into your living room. Now, Pokémon enthusiasts worldwide can embark on a virtual tour of the exhibit, marveling at the juxtaposition of real and Pokémon fossils, from a tyrannosaurus to a Tyrantrum.
In other Pokémon-related news, authorities in the UK recently apprehended a man after uncovering a stash of stolen Pokémon cards valued at £250,000 (approximately $332,500). The discovery was made following a raid by Greater Manchester Police at a residence in Hyde, Tameside, on the outskirts of Greater Manchester. A police spokesperson humorously noted, "Gotta catch 'em all," reflecting the cultural impact of Pokémon even in unexpected situations.
