Morrison Natural History Museum

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small Museum, Big dicoveries

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'Small Museum, Big Discoveries' - Discover local paleontology with hands-on exhibits. In 1877 prominent paleontologists vied over significant dinosaur fossils found around Morrison, Colorado. Today, Morrison Natural History Museum offers a glimpse of the first important dinosaur discoveries in Colorado including fossils from the first Stegosaurus and Apatosaurus ever discovered. The 3,000 square foot exhibition - entitled "Fossils of the Foothills" - offers an overview of local life history in context of area geology. Many of the fossils and fossil casts on display are touchable. The Museum continues to actively research local Jurassic ecosystems. Recent excavations have yielded famous baby dinosaur footprints that have been featured in 'Smithsonian' magazine and media outlets around the world. Exploration continues. Join us!

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Phone: (303) 697-8752

Fax: (303) 697-8752

TollFree: (800) 877-8339

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all major credit cards, check, amex

Location

South of Morrison, Colorado on West Colorado Highway 8.

Other Links

http://www.mnhm.org

http://mnhm.org/SiteMap

Categories

Museums, Gift Shops, Places Of Interest, Science Museums, Tourist Information & Attractions

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Good for Kids: Yes

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Phone: (303) 697-1873

Address: 501 Highway 8, Morrison, CO 80465

Website: http://www.mnhm.org