Fossil ID with the State Paleontologist

Have a fossil you’ve always wondered about? Bring it to the New York State Museum for a special Fossil ID session with Dr. Lisa Amati, New York State Paleontologist and Curator of Paleontology. Discover what your fossil might be, where it came from, and what it can tell us about life in the distant past.

Visitors may bring up to five fossils for identification. Whether it’s a treasured find from your own backyard or a mysterious specimen from your collection, come learn more about the fascinating world of fossils!