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Dive into history at this museum that fuels curiosity about life from 750,000 years ago with exciting exhibits and events
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About This Deal
Dive into the rich history at the Fossil Discovery Center! Open Friday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, it's perfect for family fun. Who doesn't love exploring fossils and learning something new? Enjoy adult, senior, and child admissions, while kids under three get in free. Located near where ancient bones were found, it also acts as a gateway to Yosemite Sierra Visitors Bureau. Discover more than 40 animal species in fossil form – it’s like stepping back in time!
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The deal includes admission options tailored for adults, children, and seniors at the museum. Each option provides access to all exhibits showcasing fascinating prehistoric discoveries. The variety ensures that every visitor can find something engaging that suits their interests.- Adult Admission: Access to all exhibits designed for adults seeking knowledge about Earth's past.
- Child Admission: Perfect entryway for kids eager to explore dinosaur exhibits and interactive learning.
- Senior Admission: Tailored experience for seniors who wish to delve into historical insights.
Why you should grab the offer
Visiting the Fossil Discovery Center is more than just a trip; it's an adventure through time! Engage in unique events like the Mammoth Motor Meet-up or dive into culture during their Native American Celebration. Feel your spine tingle at their Haunted House Adventure where fossils take on new life! Kids and adults alike will be thrilled by interactive science exhibits that make learning about paleontology fun and hands-on. Educational programs cater to all ages, ensuring everyone leaves with newfound knowledge and appreciation of natural history. This deal provides access to diverse experiences that create lasting memories.Fine Print
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About Fossil Discovery Center
The Fossil Discovery Center, presented in partnership with the San Joaquin Valley Paleontology Foundation, transports visitors nearly 750,000 years into the past to the site of one of the largest middle-Pleistocene fossil excavations in North America. Discovered in 1993, the site now sits adjacent to the Fairmead Landfill in Madera County, just within view of the foothills where rivers once carried the bones down into the valley.
- Permanent mainstay: The main exhibit showcases the many species discovered at the site, including saber-toothed cats, horses, camels, giant sloths, and (now-extinct) antelope.
- Eye catcher: a 13-foot-tall replica of a Columbian mammoth paired with a 12-foot-tall short-faced bear