The Pokémon Fossil Museum will open in North America for the first time at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago in May 2026. This traveling exhibit combines real fossils with Pokémon images, making learning about fossils fun and exciting. The idea for the exhibit comes from the Pokémon games, where players can find fossils and bring them back to life as ancient Pokémon. These 'Fossil Pokémon' were inspired by real prehistoric animals, like dinosaurs. Visitors to the Field Museum will see real fossils, drawings, and 3D Pokémon figures. They can compare 'Fossil Pokémon' to real prehistoric animals, like SUE the T. rex, one of the largest and most complete T. rex skeletons ever found. This allows visitors to see the similarities and differences between fantastical creatures and real ancient animals. Guests can also learn about how fossils are found, studied, and reconstructed. Museum scientists will guide visitors through each step and answer their questions. The exhibit will run from May 22, 2026, to April 11, 2027. Special programs include a Family Night on May 22, 2026, and early access for families on June 6 and 7. Adults will have the chance to attend early access sessions on select Saturdays later in the year. Did you know that Pokémon games can make learning about fossils and prehistoric animals fun for kids? This exhibit brings together real science and fantastical creatures, allowing kids to learn about fossils and prehistoric animals in a fun way. It also encourages kids to want to learn more about science and history.