Located on the campus of Idaho State University in Pocatello, the Idaho Museum of Natural History explores the fields of earth science, vertebrate paleontology, anthropology, and the life sciences. Founded in 1934, the Idaho Museum of Natural History (IMNH) delves into the natural history of Idaho through outstanding rotating exhibitions of more than 500,000 specimens and provides a variety of educational programs, workshops, and classes for both adults and children. The museum is home to the Rebecca Thorne-Ferrel Discovery Center, which offers authentic educational experiences for children to encourage free-choice learning in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

698 E Dillon St, Pocatello, ID 83201, Phone: 208-282-3168

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