Dinosaurs

Meet the Paleontologists Visiting the Burke

Burke Museum — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 21:13:15 +0000

Meet the Paleontologists Visiting the Burke Burke Museum Mon, 02/26/2024 - 13:13

Fossil Month Activities

Andrea Godinez — Tue, 05 Oct 2021 18:09:42 +0000

Fossil Month Activities Andrea Godinez Tue, 10/05/2021 - 11:09

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Daily through October 31, 2021

Included with museum admission

Sun, 10/31/2021 - 10:00

Enjoy paleontology-themed activities throughout the month of October as part of National Fossil Month!

Photo: Andrew Waits

See real fossils in the Fossils Uncovered gallery and watch paleontologists prepare fossils in the Burke's visible Fossil Prep Lab!

Image: Caleb Stockham/Burke Museum

Make your own Triceratops mask in the Burke Museum's activity alcoves.

Photo: Courtesy Lauren Park

Dress up like a dino or other favorite fossil for $4 off general admission as part of our Fossil Costume Contest!

Photo: Burke Museum

Get special discounts on Fossil Finder Fun Packs during the month of October, available in the Burke Store!

In the museum:
Follow a fossil’s journey throughout the museum with a special Husky Scavenger Hunt, play with magnetic walls depicting paleontology sites,

Follow a fossil's journey throughout the museum with a special-themed Husky Hunt and coloring page
Make your own Triceratops mask
Pose as one of our new dino finds in front of our fossil photo frame
$4 off tickets for contest participants who tag us on social & visit the museum dressed as a fossil as part of our Fossil Costume Contest
Get special discounts on Fossil Finder Fun Packs on sale in the Burke Store—Burke Members save 25%; non-members save 15%.

At home (for FREE!):
Create dino crafts available at burkemuseum.org/burkefromhome.

Add to Calendar 2021-10-31 10:00:00 2024-09-11 21:10:29 Fossil Month Activities In the museum: Follow a fossil’s journey throughout the museum with a special Husky Scavenger Hunt, play with magnetic walls depicting paleontology sites, Follow a fossil's journey throughout the museum with a special-themed Husky Hunt and coloring page Make your own Triceratops mask Pose as one of our new dino finds in front of our fossil photo frame $4 off tickets for contest participants who tag us on social & visit the museum dressed as a fossil as part of our Fossil Costume Contest Get special discounts on Fossil Finder Fun Packs on sale in the Burke Store—Burke Members save 25%; non-members save 15%. At home (for FREE!): Create dino crafts available at burkemuseum.org/burkefromhome. Burke Museum Burke Museum burweb@uw.edu America/Los_Angeles public

Photo: Andrew Waits

Sunday, Oct 31, 2021 - 10:00am - Sunday, Oct 31, 2021 - 5:00pm

Four Dinosaurs Discovered in Montana

Andrea Godinez — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 22:51:53 +0000

Four Dinosaurs Discovered in Montana Andrea Godinez Mon, 09/20/2021 - 15:51

The Burke Museum and Woodland Park Zoo are Dino-Mite!

Andrea Godinez — Mon, 17 May 2021 19:21:42 +0000

The Burke Museum and Woodland Park Zoo are Dino-Mite! Andrea Godinez Mon, 05/17/2021 - 12:21

Scientists Describe Earliest Primate Fossils

Andrea Godinez — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 03:30:36 +0000

Scientists Describe Earliest Primate Fossils Andrea Godinez Tue, 02/23/2021 - 19:30

Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline Virtual Experiences

Rachel Ormiston — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 19:41:42 +0000

Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline Virtual Experiences

Videos

Print, color, and assemble these paper hats drawn just for you by Ray Troll!

Supplies:

- Printer
- 2 sheets of 11"x17" paper (8.5"x11" if you're making a hat for a kiddo!) for each hat
- Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
- Scissors
- Glue or tape

Instructions:

1. Download the PDF of the hat you'd like to make.
2. Decorate both pages of the PDF and cut them out.
3. Place the two sides together, image sides facing out.
4. Using tape or glue, adhere the edges of both sides together. Don't glue the bottom or you won't be able to wear it as a hat!

Take a picture of your dino design and share with us! @burkemuseum #BurkeCruisin

Downloadable hat designs

Suciasaurus (PDF)

Pachyrhinosaurus (PDF)

Rachel Ormiston Wed, 01/13/2021 - 11:41

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Step into a world where fossils come to life

Celebrate the Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline special exhibit with these virtual events, activities, and videos.

Cruisin' the Eternal Coastline II, 2016, Ray Troll

Cruisin' to Alaska: Ray Troll's Studio & Dino Draw-along

Rachel Ormiston — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 23:10:40 +0000

Cruisin' to Alaska: Ray Troll's Studio & Dino Draw-along Rachel Ormiston Wed, 12/30/2020 - 15:10

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Friday, February 12
5:30–6:30 PM PT

Registration is required.

General admission: $5
FREE for Burke members.
Not a member? Join today.

Fri, 02/12/2021 - 17:30

**Meet Ray Troll, the artist behind our new exhibit, Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline!**

We're kicking off a new virtual event series about our new exhibit, Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline. Travel virtually to Ketchikan, Alaska, where you’ll get a peek inside his studio, learn about his creative process while drawing dinosaurs with him, and even get a chance to ask him questions in a live Q&A.

Draw-along: Recommended art materials and where to find them

During the Draw-along, Ray will teach you to think in reverse as he introduces his unique drawing technique, which is about drawing the light instead of the shadows as we usually do. For this, he recommends picking up special paper and crayons—check out the links below for more information and where to find them.

You certainly don’t need to have the special art supplies on hand to participate in the Draw-along! In a pinch, you can use what you might have lying around the house by substituting black construction paper and colored pencils or oil or chalk pastels.

Recommended paper: Black Canson Mi-Teintes paper, 19"x25"

Black paper is important, as you'll be drawing the light!
Black Arches, Black Stonehenge or Strathmore Coal Black paper also work well with this technique.

Recommended crayons: Caran d'Ache Neocolor crayons

These highly pigmented, professional water-soluble crayons look great on dark paper.
Both the water-based Neocolor II and oil-based Neocolor I wax crayons will work beautifully.
One white colored pencil for sketching in your composition.

Where to find the art supplies:

For Seattle locals, check out University Book Store! Supplies are limited so we recommend calling before placing your order or stopping by the store: 206.634.3400.
Supplies from University Book Store:
Black paper

Neocolor II crayons (water-based)
For our far away friends, try your neighborhood art store or favorite online retailer. Blick Art Materials offers both the black paper and crayons in their online shop, and ships nationwide!
Supplies from Blick:
Black paper

Neocolor II crayons (water-based)

Neocolor I crayons (oil-based)

Image: Cruisin' the Eternal Coastline II, 2016, Ray Troll

About Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline

Uncover the diverse fossil bouquets of Republic, Seattle's ice age make-over, and more. Curated by paleontologist Kirk Johnson and artist Ray Troll, Cruisin' features life-size sculptures and models, images of prehistoric creatures and real fossils along with paintings, drawings and a light and audio installation. Step into a world where fossils come to life.

Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline exhibit

Vertebrate Paleontology

Invertebrate & Micropaleontology

Paleobotany

Add to Calendar 2021-02-12 17:30:00 2024-09-11 21:10:30 Cruisin' to Alaska: Ray Troll's Studio & Dino Draw-along About Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline Uncover the diverse fossil bouquets of Republic, Seattle's ice age make-over, and more. Curated by paleontologist Kirk Johnson and artist Ray Troll, Cruisin' features life-size sculptures and models, images of prehistoric creatures and real fossils along with paintings, drawings and a light and audio installation. Step into a world where fossils come to life. Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline exhibit Burke Museum Burke Museum burweb@uw.edu America/Los_Angeles public

Illustration: Cruisin' the Eternal Coastline, 2016, Ray Troll

Friday, Feb 12, 2021 - 5:30pm - Friday, Feb 12, 2021 - 6:30pm

Exhibit Opening: Members' Virtual Celebration

Rachel Ormiston — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 18:48:31 +0000

Exhibit Opening: Members' Virtual Celebration Rachel Ormiston Mon, 11/02/2020 - 10:48

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Friday, December 4
6 PM PT

Did you miss the event?

Stay tuned—the recording will be posted on this page.

Join Ray Troll, Kirk Johnson, and the Burke Museum for a live celebration of the Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline temporary exhibit. This virtual event will include a peek into the exhibit, a presentation from Ray and Kirk, and a live Q&A with the audience. Buckle up, it's going to be a wild ride!

This event is for members only. Not a member? Join today.

Note: Only one reservation is required per household, but the whole family can gather around to "join" the event.

Take your celebration to the next level with the event's signature cocktail—the Really, Really Old Fashioned.

Download the recipe

Illustration: Ray Troll

Down at the Sockeye Hole, 1 Million Years Ago, original: pen and ink with digital color, Ray Troll

Illustration: Cruisin' the Eternal Coastline II, 2016, Ray Troll

Cruisin' the Eternal Coastline II, 2016, Ray Troll

This live virtual event is a special benefit for Burke members.

Learn more

Vertebrate Paleontology

Invertebrate & Micropaleontology

Paleobotany

Event Sponsors

Add to Calendar 2024-09-11 21:10:30 2024-09-11 21:10:30 Exhibit Opening: Members' Virtual Celebration This live virtual event is a special benefit for Burke members. Learn more Burke Museum Burke Museum burweb@uw.edu America/Los_Angeles public

Illustration: Cruisin' the Eternal Coastline II, 2016, Ray Troll

Friday, Dec 4, 2020 - 6:00pm - Friday, Dec 4, 2020 - 8:00pm

New Study Finds Earliest Evidence for Mammal Social Behavior

Andrea Godinez — Sun, 01 Nov 2020 22:47:59 +0000

New Study Finds Earliest Evidence for Mammal Social Behavior Andrea Godinez Sun, 11/01/2020 - 14:47

Education Fun Packs

Rachel Ormiston — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 20:51:08 +0000

Education Fun Packs

Photo: Alvin Logan/Burke Museum

Each kit comes with creative hands-on activities and access to virtual resources, all created by the talented Burke Education team.

Photo: Alvin Logan/Burke Museum

Excavate and identify your REAL fossils that you get to keep!

Photo: Caleb Stockham/Burke Museum

The Fossil Finders Fun Pack comes with everything a future paleontologist needs to begin learning about fossils.

How do I get one?

Fossil Finders Fun Packs are available for $65 (+ tax) in the Burke Museum Store. Burke members save 10% on their purchase of a Fossil Finders Fun Pack.

Packs are assembled in small batches by our dedicated Burke educators. Stock is limited — reserve yours today!

Reserve your Fun Pack

Questions?

Contact burked@uw.edu.

Make a donation to Burke Education today to reserve your Fun Pack online.

Order now

Generous donors make it possible for us to offer financial assistance to eligible families.

Apply now

Your gift helps get Fossil Finders Fun Packs into the hands of excited young scientists and supports the work of the Burke Education team.

Donate a Fun Pack

Dinos, fossils, and fun!

Junior paleontologists will love this treasure box of exciting activities, including access to virtual resources featuring Burke scientists and educators.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) Fun Packs available upon request.

Questions? Contact burked@uw.edu.

Each Fossil Finders Fun Pack includes:

Fossil Kit

Fossil excavation kit with real fossils you can keep
Burke Paleontologist button
Story time coloring booklet
Mini Dino Hunt & ID cards
Create a Crinoid activity
Sea snail craft
Asteroid Catch activity
Virtual Passport book and stickers
Dino-rama box craft

Paleo Passport

Virtual tour of the Fossils Uncovered gallery at the Burke
Behind-the-scenes look at the Burke paleontology collections
Q&A with a Burke paleontologist
Virtual story time with a Burke Educator
Screen-free investigations and challenges

Education Fun Pack FAQ

The Fossil Finders Fun Pack is recommended for ages 4–10.

Safety note: Pack contains small parts.

Each Fossil Finders Fun Pack provides virtual access and tools for a single student.

Internet is required to access virtual content.

Students will also need scissors, crayons, and tape or glue.

Review the Fun Pack Caregiver Instructions for a recommended schedule, teaching tips, a video tutorial, and additional information about the content of the box.

Fun Pack Caregiver Instructions

Yes! Our generous donors make it possible for us to offer financial assistance for Burke Education offerings. For more information please visit our Financial Assistance information page.

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Photo: Rachel Ormiston/Burke Museum

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Hands-on learning and virtual museum resources

The Burke's Education Fun Pack program provides over ten hours of combined hands-on and virtual STEAM curriculum to engage young scientists. Families will uncover and identify real natural history specimens, hear the story of the Tufts-Love T. rex, take a virtual tour with Burke educators, peek behind the scenes with Burke scientists, go on a scavenger hunt, and turn their box into a 3D animal habitat!

All necessary materials are contained within a compact mailable box, so students across Washington State can engage in hands-on Burke Museum activities. Fun Pack virtual content is asynchronous and accessible through the end of the school year to provide maximum flexibility for families without stable internet access.

Photo: Alvin Logan/Burke Museum

Dinosaurs

Meet the Paleontologists Visiting the Burke

Fossil Month Activities

Four Dinosaurs Discovered in Montana

The Burke Museum and Woodland Park Zoo are Dino-Mite!

Scientists Describe Earliest Primate Fossils

Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline Virtual Experiences

Videos

Activities

Step into a world where fossils come to life

Cruisin' to Alaska: Ray Troll's Studio & Dino Draw-along

**Meet Ray Troll, the artist behind our new exhibit, Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline!**

Draw-along: Recommended art materials and where to find them

About Cruisin' the Fossil Coastline

Exhibit Opening: Members' Virtual Celebration

This live virtual event is a special benefit for Burke members.

Learn more

Event Sponsors

New Study Finds Earliest Evidence for Mammal Social Behavior

Education Fun Packs

How do I get one?

Purchase at the museum

Order Online

Request cost assistance

Donate a Fun Pack

Fossil Finders Fun Pack

Dinos, fossils, and fun!

Each Fossil Finders Fun Pack includes:

Fossil Kit

Paleo Passport

Education Fun Pack FAQ

What is the recommended age for the Fossil Finders Fun Pack?

Do I need a Fossil Finders Fun Pack for each of my children?

What supplies are needed?

How can I prepare to lead Fun Pack lessons?

Do you offer financial assistance or scholarships for Education Fun Packs?

Support Education

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Hands-on learning and virtual museum resources