Paleontological Society of Austin presents 26th Annual Fossil Fest
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Paleontological Society of Austin presents the 26th Annual Fossil Fest, a fun and educational event for the whole family.
Activities include:
- Show Spotlight: Prehistoric Sharks!
- Guest Speaker: “Fossils Talk – Hear their Stories”
- BYOF: Bring Your Own Fossil for Fossil Identification
- Meet a Scientist: Opportunity to interact one-on-one with UT scientists, science educators and amateur/avocational paleontologists – hands-on learning & demos, Q&A
- “Paleo Passport” educational quest for students
- Hands-on Fossil Touch Table and Microscope
- Exhibits: See what fossil collectors find in Texas
- Fossil collection: Start yours at the Wheel of Fossils & Dig Pit
- Fossils / Minerals / Books / Gifts / Jewelry / Toys / more
- Hourly and Grand Door Prizes
Snack bars, pizzas, tacos and beverages are available in the premise. Teachers are encouraged to send students to Fossil Fest for extra credit and receive a Fossil Kit for your classroom in return.
