Poozeum, a new museum showcasing fossilised faeces and themed to dinosaur poop, has opened in Williams, Arizona.
Originally founded in 2014 by George Frandsen as a virtual coprolite [fossilised poo] resource center, Poozeum opened in a permanent home last month.
Frandsen, who holds the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of fossilised poo, said: “Several years ago, I noticed a glaring absence of coprolite representation in mainstream sources and museum exhibits.”
Largest collection of coprolite
After creating a successful travelling exhibition, Frandsen decided to “establish a permanent home for the collection, allowing my vision for the Poozeum to be fully realized and appreciated by all”, he told Guinness World Records.
Frandsen’s collection now stands at 8,000 pieces, and includes dinosaur coprolites. “Instead of focusing on the quantity of coprolites in my collection, I now concentrate on finding the most incredible pieces in the world,” he said.
Billed as a dinosaur poop-themed museum and gift shop, Poozeum is “one of a kind” and offers an “unforgettable experience for all ages”, Frandsen told Guinness.
One exhibit in the new museum is named ‘Barnum’. Measuring at 67.5cm, it is the largest coprolite from a carnivore to be discovered.
“I would like to emphasize that our museum is open to everyone every day, free of charge,” Frandsen said.
“We believe that financial constraints should never hinder anyone from experiencing the wonders within our exhibits.”
Elsewhere, Melbourne is now home to the Unko Museum, an immersive and interactive experience with a focus on cute poo.
Images courtesy of Poozeum
