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Center for PostNatural History in Pittsburgh

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4913 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, United States, Pittsburgh

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Free-entry museum exploring the human impact on evolution & species with a specimen room.

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09.22.2022
5

I thoroughly enjoyed this little museum. Very interesting information and specimens. It is quite small, but worth the trip.

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richard cohen
09.12.2022
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The idea behind this museum is an interesting one. Instead of flora and fauna that occur naturally, this museum focuses on those things that have been altered by humans (think wolf to dog). However, the exhibits are not well labeled and they could have used some of the natural versions as a basis of comparison. So youre just left to wonder around and look at lots of specimens without context (was the modification a good thing or a bad thing ). Since we live in the neighborhood and it was free of day it was worth a visit for 20 minutes. Would I pay $10. No.

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Drew Fagin
07.03.2022
5

this was super cool, small but would highly suggest

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Meghan Malone
07.03.2022
5

Very unique and interesting museum! Make sure to pick up the phones to listen to the cool stories and information.

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Lydeana Martin
06.20.2022
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The staff was very nice despite us discovering the place just 20 minutes before closing. He offered to wait as long as we wanted. Its a tiny museum, and many artifacts lacked context or explanation. The main video was thought-provoking. 20-30 minutes was sufficient.

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G Aquino
06.10.2022
5

This place can be visited in half an hour. The exhibits are interesting and thought provoking, highlighting how we have changed the course of evolution for the animals and plants that we rely on for our needs. I hope theyd acquire more artifacts and move to a bigger location.There is a suggested admission fee (more like a donationand a small gift shop.

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Suzanne Werder
05.09.2022
5

Truly unique look at human effects on the natural world

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Sara Rectenwald
04.05.2022
5

I love the concept. It’s a bit small and it feels like it has the potential to grow tremendously given the many instances of “postnatural” exhibits that could be put in.

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Laura Handler
02.20.2022
5

Beautifully designed, fascinating exhibits. This is a real passion for the director Richard Pell and it shows. Very cool

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Bartlomeij Piekarski
08.22.2021
4

Excellent little museum that provides a brief history on genetically modified organisms, some of which we take for granted in our modern lives.

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Joshua Juda
11.09.2020
3

Unique small museum located in an old storefront near the Childrens Hospital. Exhibits explain and show examples of how humans have changed nature. Would recommend if you have a few minutes free on a Sunday. Friendly staff on hand to answer questions. Tour is self guided. Only issue some of the exhibits were not functioning either light was out or recorded voice option was not functioning.

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Antonio L Jones
07.20.2020
3

This place is amazing!

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Sophie Napolitano
04.17.2020
4

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Taylor Baratka
01.22.2020
5

Perfect for dates and goth minded folx

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Zackery Denfeld
12.26.2019
5

An amazing visit! Even my sometimes-museum-skeptical mom loved it!

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kristen flurkey
12.21.2019
5

Interesting but small. Amazing that one guy does everything for the place.

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Jacob Sustrich
12.10.2019
5

Really well designed, the entire museum is just a very interesting and enjoyable use of the space. I cant say I was particularly interested in this topic before visiting, but I still really enjoyed all the exhibits!

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Jamie Buie
12.01.2019
5

Unusual and unexpected. Free admission, donations accepted.Some of the most interesting facts and specimens I could have imagined. Definitely worth the visit - if you can make it during their limited hours.

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kt fishbein
11.06.2019
5

So weird, so cool.

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Graham Sindelar
11.05.2019
5

Unlike any display of artifacts Ive ever seen. Beyond cool. Free admission is a plus.

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Jasmine Haldane
09.22.2019
5

I love this place! Very interesting, only open on Sundays.

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Gil Oliveira
08.16.2019
5

Best museum in Pittsburgh

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shane mcgraw
08.13.2019
3

This is an odd little spot and full of some really neat stuff. The exhibits are small so it takes some effort to stay on task and see everything, but the audio guides are definitely nice.

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Jennie
07.10.2019
2

So weird. I really hope this place is a joke.

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Rachael Schmitt
07.02.2019
5

A weird little museum about how we (mostly scientistshave influenced the world around us. Primarily about genetic engineering. Neat stuff!

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Patti Kell
06.08.2019
5

Small museum, very well done, and friendly owners to explain! Exhibits present facts, not opinions, allowing you to educate yourself on mankinds impact on the natural world.

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Jamison Fennel
06.08.2019
5

This place is amazing.. Its a must see for yourself type of experience.

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Jon b
05.15.2019
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K8 AtTheMall
05.11.2019
5

Awesome concept, really gorgeous atmosphere, displays, and info.

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Joseph Manley
03.31.2019
5

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Mohamad Nayal
03.24.2019
5

Cool weird science!

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Kevin Kino
01.28.2019
5

One of the coolest spots in Pittsburgh, small museum of artifacts genetically altered by humans, very cool aesthitics, worth a trip to see.

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Alcide LaNoue
07.12.2018
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Wast of time

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Will Taylor
04.22.2018
5

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Cassidy S-G
04.07.2018
5

Such a neat spot! They were renovating when I went, and I cant wait to go back and see the updates.

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Emilio Navarro
11.21.2017
5

Really neat, small museum.

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Alyssa Woodbury
09.05.2017
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Very disappointing. Its a single room and most of the "exhibits" are this weird thing where you pick up a phone and it talks to you. Very odd.

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06.27.2017
5

A really excellent little 30-minute museum to feed your inner biology nerd or just make you wonder at how we have worked to re-shape nature through breeding and biology to fit our needs. Theres a rush of exploration as you examine how selective breeding has completely altered dog skeletons over the centuries, a chill as you read about a ferret flu strain that could have killed millions if it had escapes. A laugh as you read about people trying to make spider silk from goats... And silk worms... And dozen other critters... What Im saying is I really needed out hardcore here. Make sure to ask the owner any questions you have--it was well worth it when I did. Also, this place is free. You can make it all the way through in 30 - 60 minutes, so a good idea is to stop here while doing the Unblurred monthly gallery crawl.

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Crys Weiss
06.20.2017
5

It was very cool! I only wish they had more for us to explore. Donation only and there were a few really interesting exhibits.

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Nubs
05.28.2017
5

Loved the little, FREE museum! Only takes 20-30 minutes to read through.The owners work for Google and Carnegie arts program; the story about David Cross visiting the museum is great.#HeLacells

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Susan McIntosh
05.17.2017
5

This is a very small but super-informative museum chock-full of extremely interesting exhibits. A self-guided experience, it addresses, without judgement, how humans have changed the natural order and development other living things throughout (mostly modernhistory. You can enjoy this place whether you spend a little or a lot of time here. About 1/4 of the exhibits are best viewed with (provided3D glasses. Entry is free but donations are welcome. It is only open on Sunday afternoons and the first Friday of each month, but one of the curators is usually at the entrance to greet you and answer any questions.

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Patrick Gonçalves McLaren
05.07.2017
5

The museum is really small. Easy to digest. They have some awesome content! I had a great time. Definitely worth going to.

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heather john
04.30.2017
5

So insightful and easy to navigate. Learned many things!

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Ivan Russell
01.17.2017
4

This is a really interesting place to visit. There are a couple rooms, but the exhibits will keep you fascinated for an hour or perhaps two. Small children will need constant supervision, but my second grader had a blast! The curator was there and he was super pleasant to speak with about the items on display.

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Nikolos Gurney
01.07.2017
5

Snazzy spin on the traditional natural history museum.

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Courtney Howell
01.02.2017
5

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Chris Harrison
09.14.2016
5

Certainly one of the quirkiest and thought-provoking museums in the city. A worthwhile visit, especially during one of Garfields First Friday events.

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John Hurst
07.31.2016
3

Wasnt open when I showed up at 13:35 on Sunday!

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Aksel Casson
03.20.2016
5

Perfectly executed concept.

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matthew baumgart
02.15.2015
5

Great and unique Pittsburgh museum about human-modified organisms.

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Center for PostNatural History in Pittsburgh

4913 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, United States, Pittsburgh

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