Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, Natural history museum in Pacific Grove, California, US.
The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History displays over 400 bird specimens from Monterey County, including California condors and other regional species.
Established in 1883 during the first wave of natural history museums in America, the institution began as a storage space for specimens collected by Chautauqua members.
The museum organizes Science Saturdays each month, providing hands-on activities that connect children and families with local natural sciences and regional traditions.
Museum entry costs $12 for adults and $8 for youth aged 4-18, while Monterey County residents, children under three, and museum members enter free.
The Annual Wildflower Show exhibits more than 700 Monterey County wildflower species, making it the largest display in the Northern and Western Hemispheres.
Location: Pacific Grove
Inception: 1883
Email: admin@pgmuseum.org
Website: http://pgmuseum.org
GPS coordinates: 36.62183,-121.91714
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:55
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