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You Can Dig Up Fossils From The Ice Age At This South Dakota Attraction

By E Jamar | Published June 13, 2018

Have you ever wanted to do something out of the ordinary? At this awesome attraction right here in South Dakota, you can dig up fossils from the Ice Age! Immerse yourself in ancient times and learn all about the mammals that inhabited ancient land. This Mammoth Site is an activity that’s fun for the whole family, and simply unforgettable.

Welcome to the Mammoth Site!

This is the only accredited museum in the Black Hills, and it's by far the most unique.

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The Mammoth Site started back in 1974 when builders were digging to place new housing and came across a tusk.

Many volunteers took initiative to dig up these ancient bones, the owners of the land realized that it would be better purposed for scientific study than housing. Soon after, the Mammoth Site of Hot Springs was turned into a nonprofit, and continues to conduct research on the findings.

Now you can travel back to ancient times and learn about woolly mammoths, camels, wolves, and other mammals that left an impact.

The Ice Age exhibit houses life-sized displays of mammoths and bears, and after walking through the exhibits, you can sink in the dirt and dig up fossils for yourself.

This excavation site actively features fossils of over 60 mammoths. There's never a dull moment at this awesome activity.

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For a truly unforgettable experience, you simply must visit the Mammoth Site for yourself.

Have you been to this fossil site? What was the best part? Let us know in the comments!

Want something else to do that’s out of the ordinary? Check out this activity here in South Dakota – it won’t cost you a cent!

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