Petaluma Wildlife Museum

Oh my goodness... where to start?! Absolutely amazing place, run by an amazing group of educators. The only program like it in the nation, this museum is both a teaching tool and a learning experience for all. The volunteer docents learn about the animals and public speaking, and the visitors benefit from both. It's very much a labor of love, and it's easy to love this place. Everyone we met was intelligent and enthusiastic about the museum, the program, and their future. Put this place on your schedule the next time that you are in town. It's very well worth it!

Wow, what a special place that makes me even more proud to live in Petaluma. The students were all so well spoken and knowledgeable. My family absolutely loved it. A wonderful, low stress, and educational spot to enjoy with your family.

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There is so much to say about this place I don't know where to start. They have over 30 live animals ranging from snakes to chinchillas to lizards to turtles to birds. They have a huge amazing taxidermy collection full of animals from all around the world, its amazing to be able to see some of those species up close. The docents are all very thoughtful and knowledgeable, talking about many different species and conservation stories, and they all care very much and have a passion for this work. Would greatly reccomended going on a guided tour on Saturdays.

Had a great time at the Petaluma Wildlife Museum with my three girls under 8 years old. The students working here are enthusiastic and able to provide good knowledge of the animals they care for. We really enjoyed petting the tortoise, bearded dragon, python and iguanas. Also a useful bit of information in these hot late summer / early fall days in Petaluma: they have AC.