COON CREEK SCIENCE CENTER

ADAMSVILLE, TN

Coon Creek Science Center is a 5000-acre research and education facility located in Adamsville, Tennessee. The center is owned by the University of Tennessee and is used for conducting various research studies and educational programs.

The Coon Creek Science Center is particularly known for its geological formations, which include a 1.5-mile-long sandstone bluff, and an extensive fossil bed. The fossil bed is believed to have formed around 70 million years ago and contains a wealth of information about the prehistoric life in the region.

Apart from geology, the center also focuses on biological research, with studies on various plant and animal species that are native to the region. The facility has several research laboratories, a library, and a conference room, making it an ideal location for scientific meetings and workshops.

The center also provides educational opportunities for students and visitors, with guided tours of the fossil bed and other geological features, as well as educational programs on ecology, geology, and other scientific topics.

Overall, Coon Creek Science Center is a valuable resource for both researchers and the public, providing a unique opportunity to explore the natural history and scientific discoveries of the region.

COON CREEK SCIENCE CENTER is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ADAMSVILLE TN. US MID #8404700099

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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COON CREEK SCIENCE CENTER
2985 HARDIN GRAVEYARD RD
ADAMSVILLE
TN
38310

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