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Happy Fossil Friday! What’s a shark’s favorite s Happy Fossil Friday! 

What’s a shark’s favorite summer treat?
A sedimentary sundae! 🍦🍨🪨😂

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Planning a summer visit to the Aurora Fossil Museu Planning a summer visit to the Aurora Fossil Museum? Here are a few tips to make the most of your day!

🦈 Bring water and sunscreen
🦴 Wear comfy shoes and clothes for digging
🪣 Bring a small container for your fossil finds
📸 Don’t forget to snap photos of your discoveries
🛍️ Stop by the Gift Shop for souvenirs, fossils, and fun science gifts

Whether you’re exploring the exhibits or digging in the fossil pits, summer is a great time to discover something ancient at AFM! Plan your visit at the link in our bio.

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Happy Father’s Day from the Aurora Fossil Museum! Happy Father’s Day from the Aurora Fossil Museum! 

Today we’re celebrating all the dads, granddads, father figures, and fossil-hunting partners who make every adventure a little more fun.

Whether you’re digging for shark teeth, exploring exhibits, or making memories with your family, we hope your day is full of discovery, laughter, and love.

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Happy Fossil Friday! What do you call a fossil th Happy Fossil Friday!

What do you call a fossil that loves June?
A summer-saurus! 🦕🦖😂

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “What a wonderful experience. Team at ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 

“What a wonderful experience. Team at the museum was knowledgeable and helpful. We spent 4 plus hours in the pits, met new friends and had a great day.” — Cynthia M.

Thank you, Cynthia! We love hearing that visitors are spending the day digging, discovering, and making new friends at the Aurora Fossil Museum.

Come see what you can uncover in the fossil pits on your next visit!

Leave us your glowing review at the link in our bio.

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🦈🎉 Happy Birthday to the Aurora Fossil Museum — an 🦈🎉 Happy Birthday to the Aurora Fossil Museum — and Happy National Megalodon Day!

June 15 is a big day for AFM! We’re celebrating the museum’s birthday and honoring the mighty Megalodon, North Carolina’s State Fossil and one of the most fascinating prehistoric sharks to ever swim the ancient seas.

Since opening in 1978, the Aurora Fossil Museum has been dedicated to sharing fossils, science, and hands-on discovery with visitors of all ages. Thank you to everyone who has supported, visited, volunteered, donated, and helped us grow through the years.

Come celebrate with us and dig into the wonder of the past! 🦴✨Plan your trip on our website at the link in our bio.

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Happy Flag Day from the Aurora Fossil Museum! To Happy Flag Day from the Aurora Fossil Museum! 

Today we celebrate the symbol of our nation and the communities that make it strong. We’re proud to be part of Aurora, North Carolina — sharing science, history, and discovery with visitors from across the country.

Wishing everyone a meaningful Flag Day!

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Happy Fossil Friday! Why did the paleontologist b Happy Fossil Friday!

Why did the paleontologist bring sunscreen?
Because they were digging up some hot finds! 🪏🪨😂

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☀️ Hello, summer! 🦈🦴 School’s out, the sun is shi ☀️ Hello, summer! 🦈🦴

School’s out, the sun is shining, and fossil adventures are waiting at the Aurora Fossil Museum! Whether you’re digging for shark teeth, exploring our exhibits, or shopping for a fun souvenir, AFM is the perfect summer stop for curious kids and fossil fans of all ages.

Plan your visit at the link in our bio and dig into summer discovery with us!

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🌊 Happy World Oceans Day! 🦈 Millions of years ago 🌊 Happy World Oceans Day! 🦈

Millions of years ago, eastern North Carolina was covered by a warm, shallow sea filled with sharks, whales, shells, and other marine life. Today, the fossils found in Aurora help tell the story of that ancient ocean and the incredible creatures that once lived here.

At the Aurora Fossil Museum, every shark tooth, shell, and marine fossil is a reminder of how connected we are to the ocean — past and present.

Celebrate World Oceans Day by exploring, learning, and protecting the waters that shape our planet.

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