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Dino Day 2026 Oct 17
Earth Experience is hosting Dino Day on October 17 as part of the TN STEAM festival. There will be a fossil dig for small children, a craft and rock sale, and Fried Tater food truck. Event partners include MTSU Geosciences department and Middle Tennessee Gem and Mineral Society. The museum will be open extended hours from 10 AM to 4 PM.
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DnD at the Museum Oct 23, 2026
Interested in a night of spooky dino-themed tabletop gaming? We thought so. Join us for our Halloween inspired one-shot Dungeons & Dragons campaign at Earth Experience Museum! DnD veterans and newbies are welcome. Get your tickets here!
Reptile Day - Nov 21, 2026
Have you ever wanted to learn more about reptiles up close and personal? Join us for another Reptile Day! Talk with reptile experts and even handle some of their scaly ambassadors (if you’re feeling brave)!
Festivities begin at 11 am and go until 4pm. Reptile Day is included with your general admission.
Gem & Mineral Society
Meetings at Earth Experience Every 4th Sunday of each month
Are you a rock hound, a crystal collector, or just a plain old lover of all things geology? Come join us for a Gem & Mineral Society meeting!
Meetings take place 4th Sunday of each month at 3pm here at the museum. All are welcome, including kids!
Learn more about the society here.
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