The Pokémon Company has exciting news for North American fans: the Pokémon Fossil Museum is set to open its doors in the region come May 2026. This unique exhibition, which has already captivated audiences in Japan, will make its North American debut at Chicago's Field Museum on May 22, 2026. This marks the first time the exhibit will venture outside Japan, bringing a fascinating blend of fantasy and science to eager Pokémon trainers and enthusiasts alike.
The Pokémon Fossil Museum offers a one-of-a-kind experience where you can marvel at meticulously crafted Pokémon "fossils" displayed alongside genuine ancient lifeforms from the Field Museum’s extensive collection. Imagine standing in front of scientific casts of iconic Field Museum dinosaurs like SUE the T. rex and the Chicago Archaeopteryx, positioned next to their Pokémon counterparts, Tyrantrum and Archeops. It's a thrilling opportunity to explore the differences and similarities between these fascinating creatures. "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, in collaboration with the Toyohashi Museum of Natural History, has made it possible for you to experience the magic of the Pokémon Fossil Museum from the comfort of your own home. Pokémon fans worldwide can now embark on a virtual tour of the exhibit, allowing you to explore the impressive collection of real and Pokémon fossils, from a tyrannosaurus to a Tyrantrum, at your leisure.
In other Pokémon-related news, authorities in the UK recently arrested a man after discovering he was in possession of a stolen collection of Pokémon cards valued at £250,000 (approximately $332,500). The significant haul was uncovered following a raid by Greater Manchester Police on a residence in Hyde, Tameside. A spokesperson from the police couldn't resist a playful jab, remarking, "Gotta catch 'em all."
