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The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is dedicated to showcasing the local fauna and flora of the region, including local native animals, plants, geology, and cultural heritage. Established in 1883 by renowned naturalists John Muir and Louis Agassiz, the museum stands as a living field guide of the California Central Coast and features exhibits of wildlife, birds, plants, and geology. Displays include a collection of over 400 bird specimens, including the California condor and the extinct passenger pigeon, and over 100 plant species native to Monterey County, ranging from mixed oak woodlands, coastal scrub, and chaparral, to butterfly host and nectar plants.
165 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, Phone: 831-648-5716
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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