Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology
Tourism Region: Alberta Badlands
The Royal Tyrrell Museum is Canada’s only museum dedicated exclusively to the science of palaeontology. In addition to housing one of the world’s largest displays of dinosaurs, the Museum offers a wide variety of creative, fun, and educational programs that bring the prehistoric past to life.
The Museum's mandate is to be an internationally recognized public and scientific museum dedicated to the collection, preservation, and interpretation of palaeontological history, with an emphasis on Alberta's rich fossil heritage.
The Royal Tyrrell Museum is operated by the Government of Alberta under the Ministry of Culture and Community Spirit.
For more information visit http://www.tyrrellmuseum.com
About the Collections
Variety of fossils, a majority unprepared and prepared dinosaur fossils from the late Cretaceous period; large facilities for fossil and display preparation; research; design; fabrication; a library
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 300,000
Archives
Manuscripts •
Photographs •
Textual Records
Natural Sciences
Plants and Animals (Biological Collections)
Scientific Specimens
: Type Specimens
Earth Science and Geological Collections
Minerals •
Rocks
Paleontological Collections
Fossil Collections •
Fossil Plants (Paleobotany) •
Plant Spores and Pollens (Palynology) •
Fossil Microorganisms (Micropaleontology) •
Fossil Invertebrates (Invertebrate Paleontology) •
Fossil Vertebrates (Vertebrate Paleontology)
Services & Activities
Research Services
The fossilized remains of plants and animals, or traces of their activities, are protected under the Government of Alberta's Historical Resources Act which has one of the strictest fossil protection laws in the world.
The Royal Tyrrell Museum works closely with members of the public, as well as private industry, to ensure the upmost care is taken in the exploration of Alberta's natural resources and to ensure the proper preservation and protection of our fossil heritage.
Information Centre •
Library •
Object or Scientific specimen identification •
Slide Library •
Conference or Symposium
Educational Programs
Educational programs are tailored to schools and other childrens groups, allowing for participation from kids from ages 5 - 18 years. The Museum's popular Distance Learning Program has reached 23,000 students around the world through the videoconferencing technology.
Interpretive activities take place throughout the year in the Museum galleries as well as the ATCO Tyrrell Learning Centre and the Museum Auditorium.
During the Winter Season the public is invited to attend the Scientific Speakers Series - where current scientific research is presented to the public in a lecture format.
Classes or Workshops
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Demonstrations
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Discovery Room or Centre
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Family Programs
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Films
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School Programs
: Age 0-4 (Pre-School)
: Age 5-11 (k-6)
: Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP)
: Age 18 and up (Post-Secondary)
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Seniors Programs
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Professional Development
Other: During the summer months the Museum offers a popular selection of public programs and activities--including a week long Science Camp where kids sleep in real teepees in the badlands.
Visitor Services
Films and Videos
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Guided Tours
: English
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Audio Guides
: English
: French
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Children's Activities or Services
: Playground
: Strollers Available
: Nursing area or Change Table
: Overnight stays
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Information Centre or Desk
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Nature Trails, Walks or Gardens
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Parking Facilities
: Free
: Bus
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Gift shop
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Special Needs Facilities
: Parking
: Signs
: Washrooms
: Wheelchairs available
: Wheelchair access
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Cloakroom
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Washrooms
Other: Family washrooms are available.
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available •
Volunteer Training Offered
Number of Volunteers: 5
Activities: Library, preparation, visitor services, administration
Member Privileges
Memberships available through the Royal Tyrrell Museum Cooperating Society.
Food Services
A selection of freshly prepared grilled menu items.
Cafeteria •
Snack Bar or Vending Machines •
Picnic Area
Internet Services
General Information •
Collections •
Events •
Education •
School Visits or Programs •
Directions or Map •
Local History •
Online Giftshop or Bookstore
Local Tourism Links
Publications and Products
Books •
Brochures •
CD-ROMS •
Educational kits •
Magazines •
Museum Guide •
Newsletters •
Postcards •
Posters •
T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps •
Commemorative Souvenirs •
Videos
Map
Location
| Address: |
Hwy 838 Midland Provincial Park Drumheller, Alberta T0J 0Y0 See Map |
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| Telephone: | 403-823-7707 |
| Fax: | 403-823-7131 |
| Mailing Address: |
Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology Hwy 838, Drumheller, Alberta T0J 0Y0 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Year Round
Open: Spring / Summer 2010
May 15 – August 31
9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Open seven days a week.
Fall/Winter 2010/11
September 1 – May 14
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday
*closed Mondays, except for public holidays.
Royal Tyrrell Museum Gift Shop is open during regular Museum hours.
Closed: December 25.
Admission:
Charged
Discounts:
Groups
