Norris Geyser Basin Museum
An excellent example of the stone-and-log style architecture that became the iconic design.
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Norris Geyser Basin Museum Details
Built in 1929, this National Historic Landmark is an excellent example of the stone-and-log style architecture that became the iconic design for all National Park buildings across the country. The museum is located near both Porcelain Basin and the Norris Geyser Basin, and contains a number of exhibits illustrating geothermal geology and the specific thermal features in the basins. There is a Yellowstone Association bookstore and restrooms facilities in the adjacent building.
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Norris Geyser Basin Museum
The museum is housed in a classic "parkitecture" stone and log building.
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Back Basin
The forested Back Basin is perhaps best known as the home of Steamboat Geyser.
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Porcelain Basin
Pulsating Porcelain Basin is alive with steam and boiling water.
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Norris Geyser Basin Museum
Flush toilets are available at the museum.
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Norris Geyser Basin
Even among hydrothermal areas, the Norris Geyser Basin is pretty hot.
