About Shell Fossil Museum
The Shell Fossil Museum (150 Million Year Old Shell Fossil Museum) in Mueang Nong Bua Lam Phu District, Nong Bua Lam Phu Province, northeastern Thailand, preserves an extensive Jurassic freshwater bivalve fossil bed discovered in 1994. The site displays fossils embedded in rock layers along with exhibits on geology and paleontology. Managed as a local learning centre, it is notable for its age, scale, and educational value regarding ancient freshwater ecosystems.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open-air fossil site where layers of freshwater bivalve shells are embedded in sandstone and protected by shelters, with walkways for close viewing. An indoor exhibition building displays fossil specimens, explanatory panels and models describing the Jurassic environment and geology. The setting is rural, surrounded by fields and low hills, with interpretive displays and sheltered viewing areas allowing examination of the in-situ fossil beds.
Key highlights
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Extensive Jurassic freshwater bivalve fossil bed estimated at about 150 million years old
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In-situ fossils visible in exposed sandstone layers
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Sheltered open-air viewing area with walkways along the fossil beds
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Indoor exhibition hall with fossil specimens and geological information
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Educational displays on paleontology and ancient freshwater ecosystems