Museum
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
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The Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences, founded in 1728, is the oldest dedicated geology museum globally. Located on the University of Cambridge's Downing Site, it holds an extensive collection of fossils, minerals, and rocks spanning billions of years. Visitors can marvel at the giant ichthyosaur skeleton, touch a meteorite, and explore exhibits on dinosaurs, ice ages, and the evolution of life. The museum offers a fascinating journey through Earth's history in a historic setting.
Don't miss
- See the impressive giant ichthyosaur skeleton, a marine reptile from the Jurassic period.
- Touch a real meteorite and learn about the solar system's formation.
- Explore the dinosaur gallery, featuring footprints and bones from various species.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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