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This engaging session will introduce participants to the remarkable fossils found throughout the region, with a special focus on the world-famous Mazon Creek fossil beds. Known for their exceptional preservation, Mazon Creek fossils offer a vivid window into life roughly 300 million years ago, when Illinois was covered by tropical swamps teeming with diverse plant and animal species. Attendees will learn how these fossils formed, what they reveal about ancient ecosystems, and why the Illinois Valley remains a significant site for paleontological discovery.November 12, 2026
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Utica Public Library
224 Mill St
North Utica, IL 61373
Register online at go.illinois.edu/FossilUtica
For questions or if you need an accommodation to participate, please contact Emily Hansen at [email protected] or 815-433-0707. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.
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Utica Public Library District, 224 Mill St,Utica, IL, United States
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