Mission Ordovician Week takes you on a journey back in time to explore life on Earth over 450 million years ago! Discover how the region’s limestone formed under a shallow sea teeming with marine life during the Ordovician Period.
As part of the celebration, guests can enjoy hands-on activities such as fossil hunts for just $2 per bag, guided tours highlighting Ordovician geology, and the chance to see real fossils from this ancient era. Learn about cephalopods, crinoids and other fascinating creatures that once thrived in this prehistoric ocean.
This educational and engaging event is ideal for history buffs, geology enthusiasts, and families looking for a fun and interactive way to connect with Earth’s distant past!
Friday Feb 14, 2025
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST
All weeklong Feb 9th - 15th
2975 Cave of the Mounds
Blue Mounds, WI 53517
Regular Admission plus 2 dollars for the bag to collect fossils.
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