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Museum of the Earth, Ithaca

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The Museum of the Earth is a natural history museum located in Ithaca, New York. The museum was opened in 2003 as part of the Paleontological Research Institution (PRI), an independent organization pursuing research and education in the history of the Earth and its life. Both PRI and the Museum of the Earth are formally affiliated with Cornell University. The Museum of the Earth is home to Earth science exhibits and science-related art displays with a focus on the concurrent evolution of the Earth and life.

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  • By IronEagle3
    I love the museum of the earth and I Highly Recommend that you check it out for your self and I really do love the museum of the Earth and it is a great place to be able to look at stuff you have...  more »
  • By BillK455
    Been wanting to go here for a few years and finally made it happen. We arrived early and I liked the design of the building as well as some of the outside art. We walked in to see a skeleton of a...  more »
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  • By Mary Palleja
    Great museum to go with the family. Our grandchildren and adult family members enjoyed the hands-on activities. A good educational experience for all of us!
  • By Taylor Rosekrans
    I took my kids to the museum. I loved how they have a kids area with toys and books and Hands-On activities. Absolutely wonderful we will be returning
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