Dig into our region’s past with Gallatin Valley Friends of the Sciences, whose popular lecture series continues with another edition this month. Co-sponsored by Museum of the Rockies and Hopa Mountain, the next talk of the season is set for Wednesday, March 20th. “From Dirt to Display: The Art and Science of Preparing Fossils” will begin at 6pm. It will be held in MOR’s Hager Auditorium.
What is fossil preparation and how does it contribute to our understanding of plants and animals from the past? Cassi Knight, Paleontology Fossil Preparator at Museum of the Rockies, will share her experience in making fossil specimens ready for research or display while preserving the important information hidden in the dirt alongside those specimens. This information provides context to the fossils scientists study and helps to form a more complete picture of the past. Knight will also look specifically at what plant fossils can reveal about ancient climates.
The informative talks will be presented in person on select Wednesdays this spring. The presentations are free and open to the public, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Face masks are recommended but not required.
Mark your calendars! Upcoming talks will include “Telecommunications to Teleportation: Making Light Work” on April 24th and “Feeding the World with Fewer Resources” on May 15th. Additional details to be announced.
Find Gallatin Valley Friends of the Sciences on social media or visit www.gallatinscience.org for additional details and information about future talks. The nonprofit was established in 2017 to explore cutting edge science topics, their latest developments, and their relevance to society. •
