Ashfall Fossil Beds

06/19/2026

Friends, this we wanted to share an update on our Trailside Museum location. We've reopened the museum, and the fire containment has improved. However, many activities at the Fort are currently unavailable and summer tourism to the area will likey be impacted. We are offering free admission to Trailside Museum through the end of July to say thank you to our first responders and to help support our neighbors in the community by being a space they can explore. If you'd like to help support Trailside Museum and its operations this summer, donations can be made here: go.unl.edu/trailsidemuseum

06/11/2026

Our sister site Trailside Museum is closed until further notice due to the South Fork Fire. Our priority is the safety and wellbeing of our staff and their families. We will provide updates on the museum when we have more information.

Trailside Museum is closed until further notice due to the South Fork Fire. Our priority is the safety and wellbeing of our staff and their families. We will provide updates on the museum when we have more information.

05/11/2026

Join us in congratulating Whitney from Trailside Museum on winning the Outstanding Frontline Employee award from Visit Nebraska!

She was selected from dozens of applicants for the huge improvements she has implemented at Trailside, such as modernizing the space, opening an encounter center, and working with local suppliers to bring custom items to the gift shop.

If you haven't visited in a while, take a trip to Trailside Museum to see some of the incredible changes. Now open for the season, Wednesday-Sunday 9:30am - 4:30pm https://museum.unl.edu/trailside/

Happy !

04/21/2026

Mark your calendars: Ashfall Fossil Beds opens next week!

Journey to Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park this summer for a scientific getaway. Observe over 200 complete fossilized skeletons, walk the trails surrounding the park, and visit with paleontologists on site.

The park opens on May 1 for the 2026 summer season. Happy !

04/03/2026

Happy ! The iconic Clash of the Mammoths fossil is back open to the public at our sister site, Trailside Museum.🦣

Whether you're driving through northwest Nebraska or hanging out at Fort Robinson State Park, a trip to Trailside Museum is a great addition to your journey. Learn about Nebraska's rich history through beautiful exhibits and hands-on science exploration for all ages.

Add Trailside Museum to your bucket list this summer!☀️