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Happy Fossil Friday! What do you call a frozen fo Happy Fossil Friday!

What do you call a frozen fossil?
A brrr-ontosaurus! 😂

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Planning a visit during the off-season? Winter is Planning a visit during the off-season?

Winter is one of the best times to explore the Aurora Fossil Museum! Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your visit:

🦴 Check Our Hours
 We’re open Wednesday–Sunday, 10 AM–4 PM through February 28! Off-season hours mean quieter days and more time to explore at your own pace.

🧣 Dress for the Weather
 If you plan to dig for fossils, bundle up! Layers, gloves, and comfortable shoes make all the difference on chilly days.

⛏️ Bring Your Tools
 We provide sifters, but many guests like to bring their own small shovels, buckets, or kneeling pads for the pit.

📸 Take Your Time Indoors
 The winter months are perfect for diving deeper into our exhibits, checking out our marine fossils, or spending a little extra time in the gift shop.

🚗 Enjoy Easy Parking & Less Crowds
 Off-season visits mean plenty of space to park, wander, and discover—no rush, no lines, just pure fossil-hunting fun.

Come see why winter is one of our favorite times at the museum! Plan your trip on our website today at the link in our bio.

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We’re so grateful for this wonderful review from C We’re so grateful for this wonderful review from Christine P.:

“A wonderful place to explore both indoor exhibits and an outdoor fossil digging pit! Definitely worth stopping by, even to just go to their little shop before the exhibit. FREE ADMISSION TO ALL!”

Thank you, Christine! We love providing a space where visitors of all ages can learn, dig, and discover prehistoric treasures — all with free admission. Come see what you can find on your next trip to the AFM!

Leave your own review on Google at the link in our bio.

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Happy Fossil Friday! What’s a paleontologist’s fa Happy Fossil Friday!

What’s a paleontologist’s favorite part of January?
Starting a brand-new dig diary! 😂

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Did You Know? January is National STEM Mentoring Did You Know?

January is National STEM Mentoring Month, and here at the Aurora Fossil Museum, mentoring happens every day! From helping students identify shark teeth in the Fossil Park to guiding curious future scientists through hands-on learning in our exhibits, our team loves inspiring the next generation of paleontologists.

STEM starts with curiosity—and we’re here to spark it! Find out more at the link in our bio.

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Fossil Finders, Tell Us Your 2026 Goal! Are you a Fossil Finders, Tell Us Your 2026 Goal!

Are you aiming for a bucket full of shark teeth this year? Hoping to spot a rare find? Or maybe planning a family fossil adventure?

Let us know what you’re excited for in 2026! Plan your visit to dig in our pits on our website at the link in our bio.

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Planning a Visit? Check Out Our Winter Hours! Fr Planning a Visit? Check Out Our Winter Hours! 

From now until Feb 28, 2026, the museum will be open Wednesday–Sunday, 10 AM–4 PM.

We look forward to seeing you this season! Plan your trip on our website at the link in our bio.

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Happy New Year from the Aurora Fossil Museum! Th Happy New Year from the Aurora Fossil Museum! 

Thank you for an incredible year of discovery, adventure, and fossil fun. We can’t wait to share even more science, smiles, and shark teeth with you in 2026!

Wishing you a year filled with excitement, curiosity, and plenty of amazing finds. 

Reminder: We are closed today, January 1st.

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Heads Up! The AFM will be closed January 1 in obs Heads Up!

The AFM will be closed January 1 in observance of New Year’s Day.
We wish everyone a safe and happy start to 2026!

See our full hours on our website at the link in our bio.

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🎟️ Last Call for Raffle Tickets for our 2025 End-o 🎟️ Last Call for Raffle Tickets for our 2025 End-of-Year Meg Tooth Raffle!

Don’t miss your chance to win this 5.5 inch “MEG-nificent” tooth while supporting the Aurora Fossil Museum! The tooth was discovered off the coast of Wilmington, North Carolina, around the famous “Shark Tooth Ledge” and was generously donated by COLLECTSEA - Dive with a Purpose.

The raffle closes Wednesday, December 31 — so get your tickets before it’s too late!

Grab yours at the link in our bio.

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