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    Fossil Finders at Discovery Place Science
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    Fossil Finders

    A hands-on paleontology add-on experience

    Add-On ExperienceAll agesSun Terrace, Level 3

    Select Saturdays & Sundays · 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

    Museum admission required

    What was earth like millions of years ago?

    On Saturdays & Sundays you can dig into the past to discover dinosaurs and other ancient animals! Discover hands-on paleontology at our interactive workshop space in the Sun Terrace (indoors) on Level 3.

    Transform curiosity into discovery with hands-on activities that make prehistoric adventures real.

    During Fossil Finders, visitors can:

    • Build a 3D dinosaur skeleton piece by piece
    • Excavate authentic sea fossils like a real scientist
    • Create stunning amber specimens with ancient "trapped" insects
    • Get an up-close look at prehistoric objects from the Museum's collection
    • Take home your own DIY resin pendant to treasure

    Drop in anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at our indoor Sun Terrace on Level 3. Perfect for curious minds of all ages — free for children under 2.

    Fossil Finders hands-on activities
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