May 22May 22 I had a chance to attend the members' preview event for the Pokémon Fossil Museum at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago on Wednesday morning, which meant I was among the first to see this exhibit in the US! It was a short exhibit, but overall well done, highlighting both the history of Pokémon and direct comparisons between fossil Pokémon and the real-life creatures they represent, showcasing fossil specimens of both. There was also a brief nod to some of the original Pokémon games/cards that I grew up with, with displays introducing Pokémon to both old and new fans alike! I have a bit of a background in Paleontology myself, having worked in fossil invertebrate collections, so seeing the omanyte fossil right next to ammonites, Kabuto/Kabutops next to horseshoe crabs, and Lileep next to crinoid fossils. It was super exciting to me and brought me back to my days of studying/imaging similar fossils early in my career.The vertebrate fossils were absolutely stunning as well .<|join|>The vertebrate fossils were absolutely stunning as well. The fact that they had T. rex right next to a fossil skull cast of Sue, our resident T. rex, was a huge bonus to the overall experience, given its current home, and just weeks before Pokémon Go Fest in Chicago. For every display, they had a full description of facts about the particular creature, both in real and fictional terms.Finally, you were presented with a voucher to use in the Pokémon Center store! The museum is offering some unique museum- and fossil-themed items, with an exclusive card supposedly releasing soon. We were limited to 5 items per person, so I picked a few of my favorites since I plan to return next week. In addition, there is a special Prospector Pikachu available on Pokémon Go!If you find yourself in Chicago before the exhibit closes in April, absolutely make your way over!
May 26May 26 CB Team Thank you so much for sharing your experience and photos! Really hoping I get a chance to check this out when I'm in Chicago next month! If nothing else, I NEED that adorable new Pikachu in Pokemon Go lol.
May 26May 26 Author 20 minutes ago, Amanda Kay Oaks said:Thank you so much for sharing your experience and photos! Really hoping I get a chance to check this out when I'm in Chicago next month! If nothing else, I NEED that adorable new Pikachu in Pokémon Go lol.I am going back today, mostly to catch that Pikachu lol ( and of course the promo card)
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