Event taking place at the Natural History Museum: Open Exhibition
The Natural History Museum of Wyoming in Sheridan is set to host an Open House on August 6, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Located in the Mohns Center at Sheridan College, this esteemed institution is a hub for earth science enthusiasts, offering a wealth of exhibits that showcase the region's rich paleontological heritage.
The museum boasts a collection of dinosaur bones, many of which were discovered in the Sheridan/Buffalo area. One such exhibit is the Allosaurus, Caesar, on display at The Edward A. Whitney Academic Center at Sheridan College.
In addition to dinosaur skeletons, the museum offers a lapidary lap (a space for cutting and polishing stones) and a preparation lab, providing hands-on educational experiences and supporting scientific research related to geology and paleontology.
Tom Hebert, the museum's director since April, hopes these exhibits will encourage kids to develop an interest in earth sciences and consider careers in the field.
While the museum is undergoing a multi-phase development to expand its exhibits, the core paleontological collections remain a central feature, reflecting Wyoming’s important contributions to earth sciences.
Visitors to the Open House can expect refreshments to be served during the event, and everyone is invited to attend. The Open House is free for all attendees, and donations are appreciated.
Whether you're a seasoned earth scientist or simply curious about the prehistoric past, the Natural History Museum of Wyoming in Sheridan offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's geological history. Be sure to mark your calendars for August 6 and join us for an evening of discovery and learning!
- Visitors at the Natural History Museum of Wyoming, during their Open House, will have the chance to delve into environmental science, exploring the museum's exhibits that feature the region's geology and paleontology.
- To foster future scientists and broaden one's understanding of earth sciences, attendees can engage in hands-on activities such as cutting and polishing stones in the museum's lapidary lab, and consider the inspiring careers demonstrated by figures like Tom Hebert, the museum's director.
