The Cook Museum of Natural Science is a state-of-the-art natural science museum in downtown Decatur, AL. It provides a hands-on, immersive experience where kids can explore, interact with, and learn about nature. Families leave the Cook Museum feeling fulfilled by their time together and inspired by the things they saw and learned.
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Forest, Cave, Arctic, and Desert Exhibits
Programs for all ages
Fish, Coral, Jellyfish
Reptiles and Amphibians
Hands-on Stations
Community Meetings
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Take a look inside our Oceans exhibit
Explore the world down under
Experience the forests of the Southeast
square feet of cutting edge exhibit space
gallon salt water aquarium
different species
science classrooms
square feet of beautiful event space
amazing destinations
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It is through their leadership and love of community that the Cook family is developing the Cook Museum of Natural Science in Decatur, Alabama.
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