Discover a prehistoric adventure like no other! Tickets are now on sale for the innovative Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University (EFM), which will officially open on March 29, 2025. This is your first chance to step into EFM, dive into the thrilling realm of dinosaurs, and explore the fossil-rich quarry.
Adult tickets are priced at $29, while children aged 3-12 can enter for just $24. Kids under 2 enjoy free admission, and members receive extra perks.
Situated a mere 20 minutes from Philadelphia, EFM covers a sprawling 44,000 square feet on 123 acres, offering breathtaking views of a 4-acre fossil-rich quarry. This premier institution will showcase captivating exhibits alongside a hands-on fossil dig experience, an immersive virtual reality adventure, customized interactive activities, and a dinosaur-themed playground, ensuring a delightful fusion of scientific learning and adventure for everyone.
Edelman Fossil Park & Museum boasts a variety of exciting features:
- Dinosaur Coast Gallery: Step into an interactive space that brings to life the fascinating world of East Coast dinosaurs from 66 million years ago.
- Monstrous Seas Gallery: Dive into an immersive experience that takes you through the ancient Cretaceous ocean, showcasing a colossal 55-foot mosasaur alongside other intriguing marine species discovered on the park's grounds.
- Hall of Extinction & Hope: This thought-provoking exhibit delves into the Fifth Extinction, the dramatic event triggered by an asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs, while also highlighting actionable steps we can take to protect our planet for future generations.
- Discovery Forest: Embark on a nature-themed journey that traces the history and evolution of our planet, culminating in the vibrant TED-Ed theater, where animated films bring scientific concepts to life.
- Critter Cove: Get up close and personal with the modern descendants of your favorite Cretaceous creatures in this engaging area.
- Virtual Reality (Premium Experience): Experience a thrilling free-roam VR adventure that follows an Expedition Voyager mission, allowing you to collect scientific samples and encounter dinosaurs and other Cretaceous beings.
- Museum Amenities: Enjoy a range of facilities including the Quarry Grounds Cafe, Darwin & Co. Retail Store, scenic outdoor nature trails, Cretaceous Gardens, a dinosaur-themed playground, and much more!
Furthermore, the EFM quarry dig experience, the immensely popular attraction that led to the establishment of the museum, will be available seasonally from May through October. Kicking off on Thursday, May 1, visitors will have the chance to excavate genuine fossils, uncovering secrets from the distant past and experiencing the excitement of discovery.
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