The Ohio Statehouse will celebrate National Fossil Day on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, by offering a FREE fossil tour on Capitol Square. The special tour will take place October 15 from noon until 1:30 p.m. during Earth Science Week. Expert geologists will explore the limestone walls, stairs and columns that support the Ohio Statehouse. This fossil tour is a unique opportunity for anyone fascinated by geology and natural history.
The tour will start in the Worthington Center, located on the ground floor of the Ohio Statehouse. The tour will be conducted by Dale M. Gnidovec, Curator of the OSU Orton Geological Museum and Mark Peter, Paleontologist at ODNR Division of Geological Survey
Please RSVP at [email protected] at least two weeks in advance. There are limited spots available.
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