Burpee Museum 1.3.8

Experience the marvels of the natural world at the Burpee Museum of Natural History. Through the use of an augmented reality viewer, visitors can interact with an array of historical and natural artifacts, including a beaver skull, a T. rex claw, and a kachina doll. This technology allows for a detailed examination and study of these objects within a real-world setting. Capture images of fossils placed on your desk to facilitate further analysis and sharing.

The Burpee Museum of Natural History is renowned for being the residence of Jane, the most complete and well-preserved juvenile T. rex globally, as well as Homer, a teenage Triceratops, and Pearl, a recently discovered Oviraptor.

Delve into the paleontology collections and peruse exhibits showcasing the history of Native Americans in North America, the biodiversity of the Rock River Valley, and much more. Enhance your virtual journey through informative videos and podcasts, then make use of the event calendar to schedule a visit to the Burpee Museum of Natural History in Rockford, Illinois.