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🍀🦈 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Feeling lucky? You mi 🍀🦈 Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Feeling lucky? You might not find a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow—but you can find fossilized shark teeth right here in Aurora!

Grab your green and come see what treasures you can uncover! Plan your trip at the link in our bio.🦴🍀

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Volunteer Day at the Aurora Fossil Museum Join us Volunteer Day at the Aurora Fossil Museum

Join us on March 28 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM for another Volunteer Day at the Aurora Fossil Museum.

We will be focusing on grounds beautification, cleaning exhibits, and assembling educational and outreach materials as we get ready for a busy season.  It is a great opportunity to lend a hand, support the museum, and be part of something that makes a difference in our community.

Whether you can join us for a few hours or the whole day, we would love to have you.

To sign up, call 252-322-4238 or email volunteer@aurorafossilmuseum.org.

Thank you for helping us keep the museum and Fossil Park looking their best.

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Happy Pi Day! 3.14 reasons to love fossils… okay Happy Pi Day! 

3.14 reasons to love fossils… okay, maybe a few more 😉

But whether you’re digging for shark teeth or exploring ancient seas, there’s always something to circle back to at the museum!

Plan your visit and fall in love with fossils at the link in our bio!

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Calling All Sponsors! Be part of one of eastern N Calling All Sponsors!

Be part of one of eastern North Carolina’s most unique and well-loved events.
The North Carolina Fossil Festival returns May 23 & 24, 2026, bringing thousands of visitors to Aurora for a weekend filled with fossil digging, live entertainment, educational experiences, and family-friendly fun.

As a sponsor, you will gain valuable exposure for your business while supporting the mission of the Aurora Fossil Museum—providing free educational and scientific experiences to the community and beyond. With multiple sponsorship levels available, there is an opportunity for businesses of all sizes to get involved. Your support helps make this free, community-focused event possible.
Join us in bringing this incredible festival to life.

Learn more and become a sponsor at the link in our bio.

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Did You Know? The North Carolina Fossil Festival Did You Know?

The North Carolina Fossil Festival celebrates Aurora’s ancient past—when our area was covered by ocean and filled with marine life whose fossils we still find today!

Plan your trip to the North Carolina Fossil Festival at the link in our bio!

#aurorafossilmuseum #digaurora #auroranc #fossils #megalodon #digthepast #fossilhunting #fossilfinds #fossilfun
LOGIC Teen Science Café: Sleep Studies Seminar Jo LOGIC Teen Science Café: Sleep Studies Seminar

Join us at the Aurora Fossil Museum on March 28 at 2:00 PM for our next LOGIC Teen Science Café.

This engaging seminar will explore how healthy sleep habits can support your mental well-being—helping you better manage stress, anxiety, and depression while building a healthier lifestyle.

It is a great opportunity for teens to learn practical tips, ask questions, and connect science to everyday life. Lunch will be provided.

We hope you will join us for this informative and interactive session.

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VIP Tickets Are On-Sale Now! The wait is over—VIP VIP Tickets Are On-Sale Now!

The wait is over—VIP Tickets for the North Carolina Fossil Festival are officially on sale!

These limited tickets sell out every year and offer an upgraded festival experience with exclusive perks, enhanced fossil digging opportunities, and added comfort throughout the weekend. The festival returns May 23 & 24, 2026 in Aurora, NC. If you have been thinking about going VIP, now is the time.

Get your tickets before they are gone at the link in our bio.

Admission to the NC Fossil Festival is FREE, but certain special activities occurring during the festival require paid tickets.

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And the Winner Is… Thank you to everyone who ente And the Winner Is…

Thank you to everyone who entered our Win It Before You Can Buy It VIP Ticket Giveaway. We loved seeing all the excitement for the North Carolina Fossil Festival.

Congratulations to Brandi Anderson Nunnery — our VIP Ticket winner!

VIP tickets go on-sale tomorrow,  March 10 at 10:00 AM, so if you did not win, you will still have your chance to grab yours.

We cannot wait to see everyone in Aurora on May 23 & 24, 2026.

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Get Ready to Run the Fossil Fest 5K! Join us in A Get Ready to Run the Fossil Fest 5K!

Join us in Aurora for a fun and energetic run (or walk) as part of the North Carolina Fossil Festival weekend.

Whether you’re training for a personal best, running with friends, or looking for a great way to kick off festival day, this 5K is for you. All ages and abilities are welcome! After the race, stay and enjoy the Fossil Festival activities! Dig for fossils, visit the food and product vendors, and explore the educational booths!

Sign up today at the link in our bio and be part of the race! 

See you at the starting line!

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Happy Fossil Friday! What do you call a lucky fos Happy Fossil Friday!

What do you call a lucky fossil in March?
A sham-rock! 🍀🦴

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