Split Science museum, Natural history museum on Mount Marjan, Split, Croatia.
The Split Science Museum displays geological formations, paleontological artifacts, and biological specimens representing local fauna and flora in an old house setting.
Established in 1924, the institution started as a natural history museum, and in 1928 expanded its facilities to include a zoological section on Mount Marjan.
The museum organizes educational programs and workshops throughout the year, connecting local students with natural sciences through hands-on experiences and interactive displays.
Located at coordinates 43.508503, 16.425934, the museum maintains regular exhibitions of minerals, rocks, and regional wildlife specimens for research and education.
In 2015, an artists' collective initiated projects to highlight the importance of animal care by creating artistic installations focusing on the resident animals.
Location: Split
Inception: 1924
Address: Poljana kneza Trpimira 3, Split
GPS coordinates: 43.50850,16.42593
Latest update: March 4, 2025 19:26
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