National Fossil Day
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National Fossil Day was established to promote the scientific and educational values of fossils. This nationwide celebration was first held on October 13, 2010, during Earth Science Week
. The National Park Service
and over 130 partners, including museums, institutions, organizations and other groups, joined together to celebrate fossils. Hundreds of activities were hosted across the United States allowing the public to better understand the world's fossil heritage.
National Fossil Day 2011 was observed on October 12, 2011 with events at museums, parks, universities, and non-profit organizations.
Earth Science Week
- What is Earth Science Week? :Since October 1998, the American Geosciences Institute has organized this national and international event to help the public gain a better understanding and appreciation for the Earth Sciences and to encourage stewardship of the Earth...
. The National Park Service
National Park Service
The National Park Service is the U.S. federal agency that manages all national parks, many national monuments, and other conservation and historical properties with various title designations...
and over 130 partners, including museums, institutions, organizations and other groups, joined together to celebrate fossils. Hundreds of activities were hosted across the United States allowing the public to better understand the world's fossil heritage.
National Fossil Day 2011 was observed on October 12, 2011 with events at museums, parks, universities, and non-profit organizations.