Natural History Civic Museum of Ferrara, Natural history museum in central Ferrara, Italy
The museum contains 115 collection categories spanning from animal biology to geology, with over 50,000 specimens on permanent display.
The institution traces its origins to 1862 when the University of Ferrara established it with initial donations of minerals and African zoological specimens.
The museum maintains scientific education programs and research initiatives while preserving specimens dating back to the nineteenth century.
The museum welcomes visitors from Tuesday through Sunday between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with complete closure on Mondays throughout the year.
The collection includes specialized displays featuring a plesiosaur mold and tyrannosaur skull, complemented by detailed visual explanations and graphs.
Opening Hours: Dienstag-Sonntag 09:00-18:00; Montag off
GPS coordinates: 44.83806,11.62250
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:49
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