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Explore the wonder and depth of earth’s history at the Museum of the Earth, a part of the Paleontological Research Institution. This interactive space offers an unparalleled journey through time, from the emergence of life on our planet up until today.
Plan Your Visit: Dive into our comprehensive calar to plan your adventure and take full advantage of our special events and workshops designed for all ages.
Accessibility Program: We strive to make our museum accessible to everyone, offering unique programs that cater to the diverse needs of our visitors.
Immerse yourself in an exhibition that spans millions of years. From microscopic fossils to grand Ice Age creatures, this collection tells the story of life on Earth.
Virtual Tour: Explore the A Journey Through Time exhibit with Director Warren Allmon through our video tour, which provides a virtual walk-through of our museum's highlights.
Experience firsthand how tectonic plates move continents and create dynamic landscapes. This multimedia film, produced in collaboration with Cornell University geologists Bryan Isacks, Larry Brown, and the late John Jack Bird, showcases the evolution of plate tectonics.
Rift Valley Formation Animation
Witness history unfold through this animated depiction of how rift valleys form during continental separation and the natural processes that follow.
Venture back to Earth's earliest days and see the emergence of life from microbes and their impact on atmosphere. Dive deep into our film about Earth’s early evolution.
Diversity in Paleozoic Seas
Discover a period when life exploded in seas around 650 million years ago, leading to diverse animal groups. This film illuminates the fascinating history of marine life diversification.
Follow the evolution of terrestrial ecosystems from ancient forests to reptile dominance before major extinction events reshaped Earth's biodiversity.
Age of Reptiles to Mammals
Explore the era when dinosaurs ruled land and marine realms, culminating in an iconic mass extinction that paved the way for mammals and birds. This film traces their rise and the dramatic that ed the reign of the dinosaurs.
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