Vanessa W.
2/21/2024
We have traveled all over the east coast fossil hunting and this place has a stellar reputation for good reason. We were here in the fall which seemed ideal. It's a very large open area with...
Penn Dixie Fossil Park & Nature Reserve
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4050 North St
Buffalo, NY 14219
Penn Dixie Fossil Park & Nature Reserve in Buffalo, NY invites visitors to uncover the unexpected wonders of science. As a top-ranked destination for science enthusiasts of all ages, Penn Dixie offers hands-on science education experiences to foster learning and exploration.
Nestled in a 54-acre former cement quarry, this park allows visitors to discover and keep fossils from the Devonian Period, including trilobites, brachiopods, and crinoids. Recognized for its geological significance, Penn Dixie holds the Guinness World Records™ title for the World’s Largest Fossil Dig and is a proud member of New York State’s geological trail.
Operated by the Hamburg Natural History Society, Penn Dixie is supported by Erie County, the Town of Hamburg, and community backers. Program proceeds aid in site conservation, facility maintenance, and educational initiatives, aligning with the park's mission to promote hands-on natural science study. Plan a visit to delve into the ancient past and unearth fascinating fossils.
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Sarah A.
6/24/2023
I've been fossil hunting all over NM, AZ and UT-this place was amazingly fun. Once you got started you were able to find all sorts of brachiopodes, Cnidaria, trilobites, bivalves. It was amazingly...
Emily L.
9/6/2021
I can't believe I had never heard of this place before! We took our 6-year-old and 15-month-old and both had a blast. The staff were super helpful - we arrived along with two other families who...
Jake O.
8/5/2021
I had an absolute blast. Went during a hot August morning and searched for a couple of hours. The guide gives you some history of the park and where you can and can't search for fossils....
Kathleen B.
9/24/2023
Kids and adults had a great time! Very clear area, shelters and picnic tables, with lots of room to dig, I would highly recommend.
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