About Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology
The Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology in Claremont, California, is a small, unique museum situated on the campus of The Webb Schools. It stands out as the only nationally accredited paleontology museum on a secondary school campus in the United States, showcasing over 70,000 specimens, with 95% collected by students and faculty. The museum includes two exhibition halls that highlight different geological eras and fossils. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with well-organized exhibits and friendly staff, although some may find the rules a bit strict. Admission costs $12, and free parking is available, with guests typically spending about an hour or more exploring the fascinating displays. The museum is a charming destination that offers a lot for both children and adults, making it a great spot for a fun educational adventure. Dinosaur lovers, in particular, will find it enjoyable, and there is a great kids area on the second floor. Thanks to Raymond Alf, paleontologist extraordinaire, this museum provides a lovely natural setting and a comfortable layout to view precious exhibits, which kids of all ages should enjoy.
This museum infects you with curiosity and creativity the second you walk in. It's inclusive learning environment and staff are so encouraging to both children and adults.
We are so thankful for the amazing zoom presentation that was conducted by the Alf museum! Our preschool students and their older siblings loved it! Thank you, you made our virtual dinosaur week so special!
A great place to your kids to visit for the dinosaur experience.