Established to inspire a passion for nature and help ensure the protection of the natural world for future generations to come, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History is home to a collection of over four million specimens across a variety of fields that include archeology, botany, geology, and paleontology, among others.
Located in University Circle in downtown Cleveland, the museum is made up of a number of educational, cultural, and medical institutions that perform research and facilitate the development of the current collections. If you are looking for great family attractions in Cleveland, this museum is a fun place to visit. Important exhibits include the only specimen of a small tyrannosaur dinosaur, multiple mastodon and mammoth skeletons, and the remains of the famous sled dog, Balto.
1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland, Ohio, Phone: 216-231-4600
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