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An Experience Like No Other

Punxsutawney – home of the world-famous furry weather forecaster – is also known as “The Weather Capital of the World.” That makes us the ultimate destination to learn how the science and folklore of weather prediction collide!

Visitors of all ages can interact with our exciting, hands-on exhibits to:

 •  Climb into the power of a tornado
 •  See and feel the effects of lightning
 •  Explore Punxsutawney Phil’s burrow
 •  Become a TV weather forecaster
 •  Create a thunderstorm with friends
 •  Watch movies in the Catastrophic Theater
 •  Discover the science behind extreme weather
 •  Learn how animals were used to forecast weather
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Lil Miss and Mr. Groundhog Winners Presented
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2012 Hall of Fame Member Ceremony Held at PWDC
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Penguins Hockey Raffle Ticket WINNERS announced!
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Punxy Area Fifth Graders Plant Tulips For Weather Science!
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"Hands down, the most fun I've had at a museum in ages! Thank you so much."
-Anne from Los Gatos, CA


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