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169:. Representing a unique private/public partnership, the museum is privately funded by donors and members while operating in a building owned by the County of Peoria. The museum has five major galleries and more than 30 other smaller display spaces for constantly rotating exhibitions ranging from international blockbusters to displays from its permanent collection. It is also known for its 40 ft (12 m) Digistar 7 dome
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