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History-Making Worm

Worms play important roles in both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems but rarely make the news. This is especially true for fossil worms. However, earlier this month, a new fossil worm described…

Giant Ground Sloth in the News

"Jeff," the giant ground sloth skeleton in the Orton Geological Museum, continues to inspire awe among museum visitors and curiosity from scientists. With support from the Battelle Engineering,…

Orton Museum at WestFest 2025

WestFest 2025 will take place on Saturday, October 25th from 11:00-3:00 pm on the West Campus quad (open space between Scott, Bevis, Rightmire and Pressey Halls), and the Orton Geological Museum…

National Fossil Day 2025: Fossils at the Ohio Statehouse

October 12–18, 2025 is Earth Science Week, and Wednesday, October 15 is National Fossil Day!

In celebration of National Fossil Day, the Orton Museum is teaming up with the Ohio Division of…

Dale Gnidovec receives ODNR's Cardinal Award

In July, Dale Gnidovec, the Orton Museum' Curator, was awarded the Cardinal Award from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, which recognizes "individuals and organizations that demonstrate…

Ten of the Coolest Pieces in the Orton Museum

The Ohio State Alumni Magazine staff has made its pick of ten of the coolest pieces in the Orton Museum. Check out what they liked best!

Bringing STEM Education into the Central Ohio Community

Central Ohio has a new magazine that brings awareness of nature, science, and sustainability. Ribbit! launched in Autumn 2024, and publishes quarterly. The magazine is written with kids in mind,…

WestFest 2024

Join the Orton Geological Museum and many other exhibitors at WestFest again this year! 

WestFest is a free, family-friendly event highlighting STEM learning and sustainability. It will…

Earth Science Week 2024

In celebration of Earth Science Week 2024, October 13-19, the Orton Geological Museum presents a new Digital Exhibit, Stones with Stories 2024. 

National Fossil Day will be Wednesday,…