North Carolina Fossil Club Fossil Fair

The NC Fossil Club’s Annual Fossil Fair is usually held in October/November of each year at various locations across the state.

At the Fossil Fair, members exhibit fossils from their own collections. Staff from the Smithsonian Institution may also attend and provide fossil identification and education to club members and the public, while in turn, the visiting experts gain information on fossils discovered in NC. Educational speakers make presentations on topics of interest throughout the day.

All of these events and activities are lots of fun for all ages! The public is encouraged to attend.

Who should come:

• Amateur fossil hunters and seasoned collectors
• Students curious about paleontology and earth science
• Educators looking for hands-on resources and community connections
• Families looking for a fun, educational day out

What to expect:

• Show-and-tell tables featuring collector finds
• Kids activities
• A welcoming space to connect with the fossil-hunting community

Admission: Open to all visitors with purchase of CSC admission on the day of the event.

We can’t wait to see what you’ve found!