Events

Montana Dinosaur Center’s Public dig program along the Rocky Mountain Front ranging from 3 hour site tours, 1 to 3 day field digs and an all-inclusive 5-day package (accommodations, transportation, field digs). Participation Fees vary. Reservations Required. 10 person limit per day unless special arrangements made in advance. Participation Fees. Can Book online.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

The Jr. Paleo Field Experience is 3 hours for 5-11 year old children. Must be accompanied by an adult and provide their own transportation to the dig site. Kids learn the science of geology and paleontology at a real dig site with real fossils. Fees, Reservations required, 4 participant minimum.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Through the Museum’s Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/CarterCountyMuseum – Museum updates are provided along with feature presentations on Museum Collection.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

State Park staff take you on a paleontology experience including an in-depth visitor center tour, paleo lab visit, and a hike on the Diane Gabriel Trail to the Hadrosaur fossil exhibit. 20 person limit, reservations recommended, $10/person.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

The Jr. Paleo Field Experience is 3 hours for 5-11 year old children. Must be accompanied by an adult and provide their own transportation to the dig site. Kids learn the science of geology and paleontology at a real dig site with real fossils. Fees, Reservations required, 4 participant minimum.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

This is the annual celebration of Makoshika State Park. A day and half of activities includes 2 recreation tournaments – cornhole and disc golf – music, Bluebird hike, 5K & 10K Fun Run, Cross Country Brewing, Food Vendors, Max’s Archeology Exhibit, Makoshika Promotions Mini-Train Rides, and more.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

State Park staff take you on a paleontology experience including an in-depth visitor center tour, paleo lab visit, and a hike on the Diane Gabriel Trail to the Hadrosaur fossil exhibit. 20 person limit, reservations recommended, $10/person.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

The Jr. Paleo Field Experience is 3 hours for 5-11 year old children. Must be accompanied by an adult and provide their own transportation to the dig site. Kids learn the science of geology and paleontology at a real dig site with real fossils. Fees, Reservations required, 4 participant minimum.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

State Park staff take you on a paleontology experience including an in-depth visitor center tour, paleo lab visit, and a hike on the Diane Gabriel Trail to the Hadrosaur fossil exhibit. 20 person limit, reservations recommended, $10/person.

The free Dark Sky Program at Medicine Rocks State Park (an International Dark Sky Sanctuary, just north of Ekalaka) include telescope viewing of Jupiter and Saturn, night-time activities and an interpretive constellation presentation led by a Carter County Museum Educator. Meet at Sunset Loop Trail.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

The Jr. Paleo Field Experience is 3 hours for 5-11 year old children. Must be accompanied by an adult and provide their own transportation to the dig site. Kids learn the science of geology and paleontology at a real dig site with real fossils. Fees, Reservations required, 4 participant minimum.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

This is the annual “Just Fun” fundraising event featuring wine, brews, food and music from local talents. The Main Event is meeting “Herb the famous Triceratops” recently gifted to GPDM by the Witte Museum in San Antonio, TX. Museum staff will also be showing off the new display areas.

State Park staff take you on a paleontology experience including an in-depth visitor center tour, paleo lab visit, and a hike on the Diane Gabriel Trail to the Hadrosaur fossil exhibit. 20 person limit, reservations recommended, $10/person.

100% real scientific field experience with all fossil specimens collected donated to the Great Plains Dinosaur Museum. Participation open to 12 years old and up, minors must be accompanied by an adult. Must be able to walk short distances in rugged terrain and sit on the ground. Fees, Reservations required.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.

Popup programming during Summer weekdays featuring Earth and Space Science experiments and National Institute of Science Education (NISE) Kit activities designed to hone critical thinking skills while exploring astronomy and paleontology. 10 participant limit, schedule subject to change.