Pokémon Fossil Museum to Display Real and Fake Fossils in U.S. Next Year

Exciting news for Pokémon enthusiasts in North America! The Pokémon Company has officially announced that the Pokémon Fossil Museum will be making its way to the continent in May 2026. This unique exhibition, which has previously captivated audiences in Japan, will now find a new home at Chicago's Field Museum starting May 22, 2026, marking its first international journey.

Curious about what the Pokémon Fossil Museum entails? It's an innovative showcase that juxtaposes the imaginative world of Pokémon with the wonders of paleontology. Visitors will have the chance to explore vibrant Pokémon models alongside real-world fossils from the Field Museum's extensive collection. Highlights include scientific casts of renowned Field Museum dinosaurs like SUE the T. rex and the Chicago Archaeopteryx, displayed next to Fossil Pokémon such as Tyrantrum and Archeops. The museum invites you to delve into the fascinating world of ancient lifeforms and Pokémon fossils, encouraging you to spot the intriguing differences and similarities between them.

Pokémon Fossil Museum Virtual Tour

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Can't make it to either Japan or Chicago? No worries! Thanks to a collaboration between The Pokémon Company and the Toyohashi Museum of Natural History, you can now experience the Pokémon Fossil Museum from the comfort of your own home. Pokémon fans worldwide can embark on a virtual tour to explore the exhibit, featuring an array of real and Pokémon fossils, from the mighty tyrannosaurus to the awe-inspiring Tyrantrum.

In other Pokémon-related news, authorities in the UK recently arrested a man after uncovering a stash of stolen Pokémon cards valued at approximately £250,000 ($332,500). The discovery was made following a raid by Greater Manchester Police on a residence in Hyde, Tameside. A spokesperson from the police humorously remarked, "Gotta catch 'em all," highlighting the unusual nature of the crime.