GCU’s 100-Year-Old Museum Opened To Public

News Desk

Lahore: The historical Stephenson Natural History Museum at Government College University (GCU) Lahore opened to the general public on Sunday, July 30^th,attracting a significant number of visitors, including nature enthusiasts and families with children.

GCU Vice Chancellor Dr Asghar Zaidi expressed great satisfaction with the turnout and promised more such exhibitions from GCU for the general public in the future.

The 100-year-old museum, considered one of a kind in Pakistan, has undergone extensive restoration and renovation funded by the university’s own savings. The preservation of this unique natural history treasure has been well received by students, faculty, and staff.

With over 6,000 specimens of both vertebrates and invertebrates, the museum provided an exceptional opportunity for attendees to explore biodiversity, fossils, and evolution. Its historical significance as one of the first natural history museums in Southeast Asia added to its appeal.

Visitors were captivated by attractions such as the adorable three-month-old Toy Terrier puppy, the intriguing double-headed duckling, and the rare three-legged hen.

The mammalian trophies and fascinating extinct fossils of invertebrates also garnered significant attention.

The 18th-century bird collection proved to be a highlight for bird enthusiasts and history lovers, sparking discussions among attendees.