National Fossil Day at the Harvard Museum of Natural History, Oct. 13

Events

The Harvard Museum of Natural History (26 Oxford Street, Cambridge) is celebrating National Fossil Day on Sunday, October 13, 1-4PM. Harvard paleontologists will present their research and favorite fossils through short talks and table-top presentations. All ages are welcome, and regular museum admission rates apply. Free event parking is available at the 52 Oxford Street Garage.

The following talks are recommended for ages 10 and up.

  • 1:30-2PM – So You Found a Fossil… What Next?
  • 2:15-2:45PM – Beyond Bones: The Secrets of Soft-Tissue Fossils 
  • 3-3:30PM – Tardigrades Through Time

There will also be a Fossil Story Time, recommended for ages 3-9.