# Burpee Museum

> Augmented reality museum app for natural history and paleontology exhibits. (iPhone/iPad app by Trekk Design, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burpee-museum/id1441978702 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Trekk Design, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/412964973)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 189 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2018-11-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burpee-museum/id1441978702/reviews.md

## What is Burpee Museum?

Discover the wonder of the natural world at the Burpee Museum of Natural History. Using an augmented reality viewer, place historical and natural artifacts such as a beaver skull, a T. rex claw, and a kachina doll in the real world so you can rotate, examine, and study them at scale. Place a fossil on your desk, snap a photo, and share it!
Burpee Museum of Natural History is the home of Jane, the world’s most complete and best-preserved juvenile T. rex; Homer, a “teenaged” Triceratops; and Pearl, a newly found Oviraptor. 
Explore the paleontology collections, as well as exhibits on the history of Native Americans in North America, the wildlife of the Rock River Valley, and more. Continue your virtual exploration with videos and podcasts, then use the calendar of upcoming events to plan your visit to Burpee Museum of Natural History in Rockford, Illinois.

## Key features

- Augmented reality artifact viewer
- 3D models of fossils and artifacts
- Explore paleontology collections
- Exhibits on Native American history
- Information on local wildlife
- Virtual exploration with videos and podcasts
- Museum event calendar

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burpee-museum/id1441978702/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very cool!

*2018-12-06, version 1.2*

I like how easy and intuitive it is to use, and I love seeing the museum artifacts come to life in 3D...in my living room. The detail on the artifacts is really impressive. It’s an interactive and fun way to learn, and I’ll be recommending it to my friends.

### 5/5 — Wow

*2018-12-05, version 1.2*

The AR feature allows students of all ages to view and manipulate artifacts they might never get to see. Then record observations and just have fun. It makes learning interactive.

### 5/5 — Fun and Educational.

*2018-12-04, version 1.2*

I love this app because it’s full of great educational material and is very engaging.

### 5/5 — Modern learning tool!

*2018-11-19, version 1.0*

Such a cool idea to help all generations explore history.

### 5/5 — Neat App

*2018-11-19, version 1.0*

It’s really neat that you can place fossils in your home and take photos as if they are there!

## Frequently asked questions about Burpee Museum

### What can I see with the Burpee Museum AR viewer?

The AR viewer allows you to place and examine 3D models of historical and natural artifacts, such as dinosaur claws, beaver skulls, and kachina dolls, in your real-world environment.

### Does Burpee Museum offer virtual tours of its exhibits?

While the app focuses on AR artifact exploration, it also provides access to videos and podcasts to enhance your virtual exploration of paleontology, Native American history, and local wildlife exhibits.

### How often is Burpee Museum updated?

The app was last updated on March 22, 2019, with version 1.3.8. Future updates may introduce new content or features.

### What devices support Burpee Museum?

Burpee Museum is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### What is the age rating for Burpee Museum?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and families interested in educational content.

### Can I share photos taken with Burpee Museum?

Yes, you can place a fossil on your desk, snap a photo of it in augmented reality, and share it with others.

### Does Burpee Museum have ads?

The provided data does not specify if the app contains advertisements. However, it is listed as free with no in-app purchases.

### What is the user sentiment for Burpee Museum?

Burpee Museum has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars based on 9 user reviews, indicating a highly positive user experience.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.3.8 — 2019-03-22

• bug fixes

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