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Chicago museum exhibition pairs Pokémon with real fossils

An exhibition at a Chicago museum combines Pokémon characters with actual fossils. The display is scheduled to open on May 22, 2026.

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Chicago museum exhibition pairs Pokémon with real fossils

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A museum exhibition in Chicago will display Pokémon characters alongside real fossils. The exhibition is titled the Pokémon Fossil Museum and will be shown at a Chicago museum. The display is designed to connect the worlds of Pokémon and paleontology.

Museum officials said the exhibit will feature both fictional Pokémon creatures and genuine fossil specimens. The exhibition is scheduled to open on May 22, 2026. No specific attendance figures or duration details have been released.

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