2014 Statewide Convention June 5-8, 2014 Price, Utah

Have you always wanted to get involved with Archaeology?

Come to the Utah Statewide Archaeological Society’s Annual Convention, in Price UT, June 5-8 and meet like-minded people from across the state.

The convention will host tours, presentations, and workshops. Sign up at the web link for details. 

http://utaharchaeology.org/

Work Continues on the Stegosaurus

Work on mounting the Stegosaurus continues. The tail spikes are being put into place, the legs are being worked on, and the ribs are near completion.

Stop by the museum and take advantage of the incredible opportunity of watching this giant beast take shape. (general admission fees apply). Or better still, become a member and see the museum year round for one low membership fee.

Membership to The Prehistoric Museum also entitles you to admission to the Museum of Moab, invitations to special events and all gallery openings, discounts on gift shop purchases and much more. Memberships can be processed online at http://usueastern.edu/museum/involved/memberships.htm You can also stop by the museum for an application, or contact Claire Bennett, claire.bennett@usu.edu or (435) 613-5755.

Support the museum by visiting or becoming a member, we would love to see you!

Chief Preparator, Carrie Herbel, working on the Stegosaurus tail spikes.

Volunteer, Ralph Escamilla, (inside the Stegosaurus) and Museum Director/Paleontologist, Dr. Ken Carpenter, work on the Stegosaurus leg.

Volunteer, Ralph Escamilla, welding on the Stegosaurus armature.

 

 

Volunteer, Ralph Escamilla, grinding metal for the Stegosaurus armature

Volunteer, Ralph Escamilla, heating and bending metal for the Stegosaurus armature



 

 

THE PREHISORIC MUSEUM, USU EASTERN TO PARTICIPATE IN BLUE STAR MUSEUMS

PRESS RELEASE

May 21, 2014

Christine K. Trease, 435-613-5757: christine.trease@usu.edu

THE PREHISORIC MUSEUM, USU EASTERN TO PARTICIPATE IN BLUE STAR MUSEUMS

 

The Prehistoric Museum is one of more than 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer in collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, and the Department of Defense

 

PRICE, UTAH – May 21, 2014 The Prehistoric Museum announces the launch of Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to the nation’s active duty military personnel including National Guard and Reserve and their families from Memorial Day (May 26, 2014) through Labor Day (September 1, 2014). Leadership support has been provided by MetLife Foundation through Blue Star Families. The program provides families an opportunity to enjoy the nation's cultural heritage and learn more about their new communities after a military move. The complete list of participating museums is available at arts.gov/national/blue‐star‐museums.

It is a privilege to give back to our military for all they do and have done for us, and The Prehistoric Museum proudly supports and promotes this incredible program.

The Prehistoric Museum has expanded their offer to include retired military. Please present current military ID upon check-in (valid for immediate family members only).

 

The Prehistoric Museum, located at 155 East Main Street - Price, Utah, is a multi-faceted venue that includes paleontology, archaeology, geology, and an art gallery. There is also a fabulous Children’s Discovery Area for the little ones. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

 

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Prehistoric Museum

Utah State University – Eastern

155 East Main, Price, Utah 84501 USA

usueastern.edu/museum

The Prehistoric Museum, USU Eastern To Participate In Blue Star Museums Program

The Prehistoric Museum announces the launch of Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to the nation’s active duty military personnel including National Guard and Reserve and their families from Memorial Day (May 26, 2014) through Labor Day (September 1, 2014). Leadership support has been provided by MetLife Foundation through Blue Star Families. The program provides families an opportunity to enjoy the nation's cultural heritage and learn more about their new communities after a military move. The complete list of participating museums is available at arts.gov/national/blue‐star‐museums.

It is a privilege to give back to our military for all they do and have done for us, and The Prehistoric Museum proudly supports and promotes this incredible program.

The Prehistoric Museum has expanded their offer to include retired military. Please present current military ID upon check-in (valid for immediate family members only).

The Prehistoric Museum, located at 155 East Main Street - Price, Utah, is a multi-faceted venue that includes paleontology, archaeology, geology, and an art gallery. There is also a fabulous Children’s Discovery Area for the little ones. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Work Continues on the Stegosaurus

Volunteer, Ralph Escamilla (left), Chief Preparator, Carrie Herbel (center) and Museum Director and Paleontologist, Dr. Ken Carpenter (right) bend metal to add to the Stegosaurus armature.

The beast is beginning to take shape as you can see below. Tail spikes are being added to the mount as you can see in the aerial view.

The Prehistoric Museum's Family Activity Day Tomorrow