Pokémon Fossil Museum to Display Real and Fake Fossils in U.S. Next Year

The Pokémon Company has exciting news for fans in North America: the Pokémon Fossil Museum is set to make its debut outside of Japan, arriving in Chicago's Field Museum on May 22, 2026. This unique exhibition, which first opened its doors in Japan, offers a fascinating blend of fantasy and science by showcasing detailed Pokémon "fossils" alongside authentic ancient fossils from the natural world.

Visitors to the Field Museum will have the opportunity to see vibrant Pokémon models, such as Tyrantrum and Archeops, displayed next to real-life fossils from the museum's collection, including the iconic SUE the T. rex and the Chicago Archaeopteryx. This juxtaposition invites Pokémon trainers and science enthusiasts alike to explore the intriguing similarities and differences between these ancient creatures and their Pokémon counterparts.

Pokémon Fossil Museum Virtual Tour

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For those unable to travel to Chicago or Japan, The Pokémon Company and the Toyohashi Museum of Natural History have collaborated to bring the Pokémon Fossil Museum experience directly to your home. A virtual tour allows fans worldwide to explore the exhibit, viewing the fascinating collection of real and Pokémon fossils, from a tyrannosaurus to a Tyrantrum, all from the comfort of their own devices.

In other Pokémon-related news, a recent event in the UK has caught the attention of fans and law enforcement alike. A man was arrested in Hyde, Tameside, after Greater Manchester Police discovered a cache of stolen Pokémon cards valued at approximately £250,000 ($332,500). The police, in a playful nod to the franchise, quipped, "Gotta catch 'em all," highlighting the widespread appeal and cultural impact of Pokémon.