CITY OF FOSSIL MUSEUM

FOSSIL, OR

The City of Fossil Museum is located in the town of Fossil, Oregon and is a popular destination for those interested in the study of fossils and natural history. The museum was established in 1976 and is run by the Wheeler County Historical Society.

The museum features an extensive collection of fossils from the surrounding region, including those from the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Visitors can view the fossils of various prehistoric animals, such as horses, camels, and saber-toothed cats, as well as plants and insects.

In addition to the fossils, the museum also showcases artifacts from the early settlers of the region, including Native American artifacts, antique firearms, and mining equipment. The museum also has a research library with materials on local history and geology.

The City of Fossil Museum is housed in a historic bank building and has been renovated to include modern exhibits and interactive displays. The museum is open year-round and offers guided tours, educational programs, and special events. It is a great destination for families, students, and anyone with an interest in natural history and geology.

CITY OF FOSSIL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in FOSSIL OR. US MID #8404100093

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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CITY OF FOSSIL MUSEUM

FOSSIL
OR
97830

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