# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Alabama Fossil Fest
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Dive into Alabama's prehistoric past! Join the Alabama Museum of Natural History for our annual "Alabama Fossil Fest" on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Smith Hall on The University of Alabama campus. This year, the spotlight is on fossil sharks and other marine life. 

Discover the incredible diversity of Alabama’s past through displays and activities featuring fossils from across the state and beyond. Highlights will include a special talk and a new exhibit on fossil shark teeth found in Alabama, professional and amateur paleontologists displaying and answering questions about fossils, hands-on activities for all ages, and chances to win door prizes and take home your own fossil shark tooth. Plus, admission and parking are free!

Event Schedule:

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tabling Event (Grand Gallery)
This is a popular annual tabling event at the Alabama Museum of Natural History. As fossil sharks are the theme of this event, more shark fossil material than usual will be on display on presenters’ tables. There will also be tables with various educational fossil-themed activities for all ages.

Door Prize Giveaways
Twice during the event, ALMNH will be announcing winners, and giving away fossil-themed door prizes. Please note guests will receive a numbered ticket on arrival and will need to be present with their winning ticket at the event to receive their prizes.

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Presentation (Smith Hall Room 205 next to the Grand Gallery). 
This year’s public presentation by Mr. Chase Egli is entitled “BITE CLUB: Identifying Fossil Shark Teeth Like A Pro” and will be followed by a short question-and-answer session. Chase Egli is a geologist and paleontologist with an M.S. in Geology from The University of Alabama. His research focuses on fossil sharks and other chondrichthyan fishes, with interests in their teeth, taxonomy, and evolutionary history. He has conducted research on Paleozoic and Mesozoic shark faunas of the southeastern United States and is a Research Associate with The University of Alabama Museums Research and Collections, and the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. Chase also has several years of experience teaching introductory geology and enjoys helping others learn how to recognize and identify fossil shark teeth.

Parking:
Parking on The University of Alabama campus on Saturday is free. Parking spots are available on the east side of Smith Hall (entrance only via Hackberry Lane), next to the Math and Science Education Building and next to Lloyd Hall. Check out UA’s online map of campus for more parking options.

Contact Information:
If you have any questions about this event, contact Kristin Harrell (Education Outreach Coordinator, Alabama Museum of Natural History) by calling 205-348-6383 or emailing kristin.harrell@ua.edu.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tuscaloosa/alabama-fossil-fest/200030572071016
- **Event Categories**: festivals, science-fair, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 540

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Tuscaloosa
- **state**: AL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Smith Hall, Tuscaloosa, AL, United States, Alabama 35487
- **lat**: 33.21208
- **long**: -87.54401
- **full address**: Smith Hall, Tuscaloosa, AL, United States, Alabama 35487

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Alabama Fossil Fest
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Alabama Fossil Fest being held?
  - **A:** Alabama Fossil Fest takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Smith Hall, Tuscaloosa, AL, United States, Alabama 35487.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Alabama Fossil Fest?
  - **A:** Alabama Fossil Fest is organized by Alabama Museum of Natural History.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Alabama Fossil Fest is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Tuscaloosa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 540+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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