The Jurassic Experience

The Etches Collection presents the "Jurassic Experience”

The Jurassic Experience is an opportunity for visitors of all ages and levels of knowledge to learn more about the Upper Jurassic oceans and the life that once lived there. The museum will open exclusively for the event and includes a talk, a guided tour, use of our facilities, and an opportunity to ask Dr Steve Etches MBE about his passion for fossil collecting and how he does what he does.

A number of fossils will be on display for handling and examination and our powerful microscope will be available for those that want a closer look.

The Jurassic Experience is particularly suitable for families, as well as for adults who wish they’d had the chance to learn about fossils at school. No previous knowledge of geology or palaeontology is necessary. Events will take place on Monday November 4th from 6pm – 8pm and on Wednesday December 11th from 6.30pm - 8.30pm

Prices: £20 per adult (17+). £10 per child (5–16). Under 5s free

The evening will consist of:

Welcome and introduction/background to the museum

Talk on The Jurassic Coast. Subjects include Mary Anning, Steve Etches and the pliosaur skull excavation

Guided tour of the fossil gallery, with opportunities for questions

Free roam of the museum. Opportunity to use our microscope and handle/examine fossils

Q&A with Dr Steve Etches MBE

Opportunity to visit the shop

If you are interested in joining us for what promises to be a fascinating evening head to our online shop to find out more https://www.theetchescollectionshop.org/.../experiences...