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

The Pokémon Company has exciting news for fans across North America: the Pokémon Fossil Museum is set to open its doors in Chicago's Field Museum on May 22, 2026. This marks the first time this unique exhibition will venture beyond Japan, offering a fascinating blend of fantasy and science.

The Pokémon Fossil Museum is an engaging display that showcases Pokémon "fossils" alongside real-world fossil replicas. Visitors will have the chance to see vibrant Pokémon models, such as Tyrantrum and Archeops, juxtaposed with the Field Museum's collection of extinct lifeforms. This includes scientific casts of iconic dinosaurs like SUE the T. rex and the Chicago Archaeopteryx. The exhibit promises an interactive experience where attendees can explore the similarities and differences between these ancient creatures and their Pokémon counterparts.

Pokémon Fossil Museum Virtual Tour

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For those unable to visit in person, The Pokémon Company and the Toyohashi Museum of Natural History have collaborated to offer a virtual tour of the Pokémon Fossil Museum. This online experience allows fans from around the globe to explore the exhibit, viewing both real and Pokémon fossils, including comparisons between a tyrannosaurus and a Tyrantrum, all from the comfort of their homes.

In other Pokémon-related news, a significant event unfolded in the UK today. Authorities arrested a man in Hyde, Tameside, after discovering a stash of stolen Pokémon cards valued at approximately £250,000 ($332,500) during a raid by Greater Manchester Police. A spokesperson for the police humorously remarked, "Gotta catch 'em all," highlighting the cultural impact of Pokémon even in law enforcement contexts.