Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, Natural history museum in downtown Bakersfield, United States.
The museum spans 16,000 square feet of exhibition space containing fossils, taxidermy animals, minerals, and educational displays about Earth sciences.
Founded in 1995, the institution houses an extensive collection of prehistoric remains from the Miocene Epoch discovered at Shark Tooth Hill.
The museum organizes STEAM workshops and family programs that connect local residents with scientific concepts through hands-on activities and experiments.
The facility opens Thursday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM and Sunday from noon to 4 PM, with admission prices ranging from $6 to $10.
Visitors can participate in real paleontological excavations at Shark Tooth Hill, uncovering fossils from ancient marine animals.
Location: California
Inception: 1995
Address: 2018 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: +(661)3246350
Website: https://buenavistamuseum.org
GPS coordinates: 35.37760,-119.01800
Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:39
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