The museum's emphasis is on the systematic display of a diverse collection of high-quality specimens from around the world, many of which are comparable to the finest seen in the largest museums. All types of fossils, from simple plants to vertebrates are represented. The museum contains displays of minerals and rocks, including a fine collection of Illinois minerals. Located in the Swenson Hall of Science the Fryxell Geology Museum can be reached by turning west off 38th Street, at the eastern campus entrance.
Admission is free and visitors' parking is available.