Tales & Trails of America's First Frontier

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Gray Fossil Site & Museum

Northeast Tennessee has a big story to tell—one that’s been tucked away underground for over 5 million years. Located just 15 minutes from Johnson City, the Gray Fossil Site and Museum gives a first-hand look back at the late Miocene Period—a time when the Appalachian region was home to rhinos, tapirs, saber-toothed cats, and short-faced bears. The 33,000 square-foot Visitor’s Center features massive skeletons, life-sized murals, interactive displays, and eerie re-creations of Northeast Tennessee’s ancient past. There’s also an observation lab—where visitors can watch paleontologists examine recently discovered remains.

1212 Suncrest Drive
Gray, TN 37615
(423) 439-3640 or Toll Free (866) 202-6223‎
www.grayfossilmuseum.org