Paleontology Museum, Paleontology museum in Edmonton, Canada.
The Paleontology Museum houses over one million specimens from various geological periods, displaying comprehensive collections of invertebrate and vertebrate fossils that span from ancient microfossils to ice age mammals.
Established in 1935, the museum began with the display of a Gorgosaurus libratus skull and has since developed into a major research facility supporting paleontological discoveries and scientific publications.
The museum serves as an educational hub within the University of Alberta's Faculty of Science, promoting public awareness of Earth's natural history through research, outreach programs, and virtual tours.
Located in the Earth Sciences Building on the University of Alberta North Campus, the museum operates Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM with free admission.
The museum offers a comprehensive virtual tour system designed for mobile devices and desktop computers, providing global access to its extensive fossil collections and behind-the-scenes research materials.
Location: Edmonton
Address: Earth Sciences Building, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E3, Canada T6G 2E3 Edmonton
Opening Hours: Monday 08:30-15:30; Wednesday 08:30-15:30; Friday 08:30-15:30
Phone: +17802880109
GPS coordinates: 53.52815,-113.52431
Latest update: October 3, 2025 11:56
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