NC Fossil Club Fossil Fair
Discover local North Carolina Fossils and learn how to identify them!
A Community Celebration of NC's Fossil Heritage
Join us for the NC Fossil Club Fossil Fair on Saturday, November 7th, from 10am – 4pm! This community celebration of North Carolina's rich fossil heritage brings together amateur fossil hunters, collectors, students, and educators for a day of discovery, learning, and sharing.
Whether you're a lifelong collector with a cabinet full of finds or you're just getting started there's something here for you. Browse show-and-tell tables, swap tips on where and how to hunt for fossils, and enjoy hands-on activities for kids. Get curious about what's buried beneath our state at the NC Fossil Club Fossil Fair!
Pa·le·on·tol·o·gy
noun
the scientific study of life in the geologic past through the analysis of plant and animal fossils.
Who Should Come
- Amateur fossil hunters and seasoned collectors
- Students curious about paleontology
- Educators looking for resources and community connections
- Families looking for a fun, educational day out
What to Expect
- Show-and-tell tables featuring collector finds
- Kids activities about paleontology
- A welcoming space to connect with the fossil-hunting community
Preview of the Day's Events
50+ exhibitor tables on-site to explore the fascinating fossils of North Carolina!
Meet a former Smithsonian Paleontologist!
Specialists from the NC Museum of Natural Science, the Aurora Fossil Museum, and the Schiele!
Higher education systems such as UNC Wilmington, Appalachian State & more!
Explore App State's Geobago! The outreach vehicle and mobile classroom of the Dept. of Geological and Environmental Sciences!
Enter the FREE raffle to win a real Megalodon tooth! Winners named every hour on the hour!
Experience our fossil dig and find your own fossils to take home!
Admission
Open to all visitors with the purchase of CSC admission on the day of the event.
CSC Admission Prices →Fossil Fair Maps
Interested in Being a Sponsor?
Reach out to Tracy Hall via phone or email to help inspire future paleontologists!