The International Wildlife Museum is dedicated to increasing knowledge and appreciation of the diverse wildlife
of the world as well as explaining the role of wildlife management in conservation. Founded in 1988, the museum
highlights over 400 species of insects, mammals and birds from around the globe. Some of the collections are more
than 100 years old and all the animals found at the museum were donated by various government agencies, wildlife
rehabilitation centers, captive breeding programs, zoos and individuals.
Dedicated to wildlife around the world
The International Wildlife Museum is dedicated to increasing knowledge and appreciation of the diverse wildlife of
the world as well as explaining the role of wildlife management in conservation. Founded in 1988, the museum
highlights over 400 species of insects, mammals and birds from around the globe. Some of the collections are more
than 100 years old and all the animals found at the museum were donated by various government agencies, wildlife
rehabilitation centers, captive breeding programs, zoos and individuals.
Education, conservation & appreciation
Dioramas depicting wild animals in their natural settings, videos, interactive computers, and hands-on exhibits promote
wildlife appreciation and conservation. Your visit is an excellent opportunity to see animals up close and gain a better
understanding of their adaptive characteristics, habitats and conservation issues.
The International Wildlife Museum is an educational program of the Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF).
The foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that funds and manages worldwide programs dedicated to
wildlife conservation, outdoor education and humanitarian services.
Permanent Displays and Exhibits
Conservation Underwater: Focused on coral reef conservation complete with a saltwater aquarium with live corals
and tropical fish provided by Fishy Bizness Tucson. The museum highlights over 400 species of insects, mammals
and birds from around the globe.
Wildlife Around the World Puzzles: Two of the World’s Largest Puzzles Now On Display!
“Wildlife” and “Around the World” were designed and illustrated by Adrian Chesterman and published by
Educa Borras in Barcelona, Spain. Joseph Treschel assembled and donated both puzzles to the International Wildlife
Museum. “Wildlife” took 5 months to assemble and “Around the World” took him 4 months.
“Wildlife” is 33,600 pieces and measures 19 feet long by 6.5 feet tall. It features dozens of species from rainforests
and savannahs. “Around the World” is 42,000 pieces and measures 25 feet long by 5.5 feet tall. It features hundreds
of monuments and animals from around the globe.
Regular Museum Hours:
Monday – Wednesday: Closed
Thursday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Christmas Eve (December 24): 9:00am to 3:00pm*
New Years Eve (December 31): 9:00am to 3:00pm*
The Museum is closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
International Wildlife Museum is located at 4800 West Gates Pass Road, Tucson, Arizona which means it is surrounded
by the Saguaro Cliffs, Colonial Trails, Smoketree Estates, Twin Hills Estates and Mountain Garden Estates
neighborhoods.
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