Social distancing is second nature for Montanans. The vast majority of us would prefer to enjoy our wide-open spaces without anyone else around (except a select few loved ones, perhaps). And since digging for fossils involves being outdoors and away from the crowds, we highly recommend a dig at Two Medicine Dinosaur Center this summer. This place is a wealth of information for Montana’s prehistoric past.
You’ll find Two Medicine Dinosaur Center in the town of Bynum, about 65 miles northwest of Great Falls.
Two Medicine Dinosaur Center / Facebook This nonprofit organization, which has secured a spot on Montana’s official Dinosaur Trail, has been around since 1995.
The full onsite museum is fascinating and well worth the price of admission (which is only $5, by the way).
Two Medicine Dinosaur Center / Facebook Due to current conditions, the staff will be limiting the number of people allowed inside, so please call ahead about 24 hours before you plan to visit.
The museum is also a research facility that’s dedicated to preserving fossils in the local areas where they’re discovered.
Two Medicine Dinosaur Center / Facebook Several thousand Montanans visit each year, hoping to learn more.
But while the museum is great, it’s the fossil digs that really put this place on the map.
Two Medicine Dinosaur Center / Facebook After all, the best way to really learn about something is to experience it for yourself.
The dig program consists of short half-day experiences and lengthier five-day dig programs that really allow you to, well, dig in.
dunadan / TripAdvisor There is no age minimum, although bringing very young children along is typically not recommended.
This summer’s dig dates will be announced soon and the program is set to run from mid-June through July.
Zack M / TripAdvisor The Two Medicine Dinosaur Center is one of just two museums in the state that employs degreed paleontological staff, so you know you’re getting the real deal.
Whether or not you decide to dig, this place is an absolute must-see for all Montanans.
Intlxpatr / TripAdvisor Check it out this summer, and go for a dig if you dare.
Find out more information about this dinosaur lover’s dream museum here.
Two Medicine Dinosaur Center / Facebook
This nonprofit organization, which has secured a spot on Montana’s official Dinosaur Trail, has been around since 1995.
Due to current conditions, the staff will be limiting the number of people allowed inside, so please call ahead about 24 hours before you plan to visit.
Several thousand Montanans visit each year, hoping to learn more.
After all, the best way to really learn about something is to experience it for yourself.
dunadan / TripAdvisor
There is no age minimum, although bringing very young children along is typically not recommended.
Zack M / TripAdvisor
The Two Medicine Dinosaur Center is one of just two museums in the state that employs degreed paleontological staff, so you know you’re getting the real deal.
Intlxpatr / TripAdvisor
Check it out this summer, and go for a dig if you dare.
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Address: The Montana Dinosaur Center, 120 2nd Ave S, Bynum, MT 59419, USA
