After-School Fun: Fossil Treasures of the Geology Museum

Schedule

Wed Nov 05 2025 at 05:45 am to 07:00 am

UTC+13:00

Location

27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010 | Nelson, NE

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Calling all curious kids and budding scientists! Professor Daphne E. Lee returns for a fun and interactive session exploring the free eBook Fossil Treasures of the Geology Museum. Discover real fossil stories, learn about ancient creatures, and check out downloadable 3D print models included in the book—perfect for hands-on learning and play.
Suitable for ages 8+ (but families welcome). No bookings required.
At Elma Turner Library
About the book:
“Tens of thousands of iconic fossils are housed in the collections of the Geology Museum at Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka – University of Otago, in Ōtepoti Dunedin, Aotearoa New Zealand. Used for teaching and research for over a century, here we offer a close look at some of the most special fossil treasures in the collections.”
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27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010, New Zealand

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