NEWS

More fossils to be discovered soon at Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park

June 3, 2008
LINCOLN, NE—
A groundbreaking event marks construction of a new 17,200 square-feet facility to allow the excavation and protection of many more fossils buried there.
The new enclosed facility will expand the current facility by eight times and will enable paleontologists to discover more fossils while enhancing the experiences for visitors to the park. In recognition of the family's support, the facility will be named the Hubbard Rhino Barn.
Full news release


Ashfall Fossil Beds Named National Natural Landmark
May 9, 2006
WASHINGTON DC—
Acting Interior Secretary Lynn Scarlett announced the designation of Ashfall Fossil Beds as a National Natural Landmark (NNL) in Antelope County, Neb., the first NNL to be designated in more than 18 years.
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Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park
86930 517th Avenue
Royal, NE 68773
Phone: (402) 893-2000

Email: ashfall2@unl.edu

Rick Otto, Superintendent
A Cooperative Project of the
University of Nebraska State Museum &
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission


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