Last updated: March 16, 2024
Thing to Do
Peek into the Paleo Lab
NPS
Visit the Museum Demonstration Lab at the Painted Desert Visitor Center Complex Wednesday through Saturday, 9am to 3pm. Follow the sandwich board signs across the plaza. The lab is behind a window with a mic so that you can ask questions and watch them work.
Details
Activity
Museum Exhibits
Visit the paleontology laboratory at the Painted Desert Visitor Center Complex where you can ask questions and watch them work on fossils from the park.
Pets Allowed
Yes
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Petrified Forest National Park Paleo Lab
The Paleo Lab is located in the historic school building at the Painted Desert Community Complex, near the Painted Desert Visitor Center.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day
Wednesday through Saturday 9am to 3pm.
Accessibility Information
Easy accessible route to window. Window may be difficult for those with visibility challenges. No captioning for questions and answers.