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Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
165 Forest Ave
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
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“Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History” Wcities.com
“Museum of Natural History” PlanetWare.com
“California's Monterey: Discovering Nature in the Golden State” Foster Travel Publications
“Cliff walks and Victorian architecture entices visitors to America's ''Butterfly Town"” Boston.com / Boston Globe
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 11 attractions in Pacific Grove
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Attraction type: Natural history museum
Address: 165 Forest Ave Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Tel: (831) 648-5716
Fax: (831) 372-3256

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“nice indoor experience for kids”
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3 of 5 stars
irishrover09   3 contributions
Clovis, California
Aug 9, 2009

We stopped here in the am to investigate it. Admission is free. Lots of stuffed animals that you'd never get to see that close up otherwise. Small gift shop, local historical culture photos and items. Back yard is undergoing major renovation. Pacific Grove Visitor center is conveniently located adjacent to museum. Shopping is a block away on the main street. more

“good size for kids.”
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5 of 5 stars
RosemarieR   7 contributions
Tidewater, Virginia
Jul 26, 2008
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This is a charming place. Just the right size for the subject matter covered, and just the right size for kids. They won't be over-powered by the experience; no frenetic crowds or loud, frighening displays. The only dark and scary place isn't: it's a closet-sized room for the phosphorescent rocks. There is a small, no pressure gift shop with quality... more

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165 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Tel: (831) 648-5716 Fax: (831) 372-3256