About Us
Who We are
Our ultimate goal is to establish a permanent brick-and-mortar natural history museum to serve the educational and cultural needs of the Four State Area. While we work toward that vision, we are actively partnering with local communities and educational institutions- including schools, libraries, and other museums- to make our collection as accessible as possible. Through our traveling museum, artifact loan programs, and engaging presentations led by our curator, Bradly Shelby, we’re bringing the ancient world to life for people of all ages.
All presentations are provided free of charge, and we are happy to tailor them to suit the needs of your group or facility. If you're interested in learning more about what we offer or scheduling a visit, please don’t hesitate to contact us— we’d love to hear from you!
Our full traveling museum setup currently spans over 150 feet and features a wide array of dinosaur exhibits, covering their evolution from their earliest beginnings to their extinction at the end of the Mesozoic Era. For spaces with size limitations, we also offer smaller, standalone displays. Some of our most popular individual exhibits include our Tyrannosaurus, Triceratops, Dromaeosaurs (raptors!), and Dinosaur Egg displays—all designed to captivate and educate visitors in any setting.
Education and Outreach
At the Four State Museum of Natural History, we stand by our motto: The Past Belongs to Everyone. As part of our mission, we are committed to making the earth and life sciences accessible, engaging, and meaningful for all. We bring dynamic educational experiences directly to classrooms, libraries, community centers, and other spaces dedicated to fostering scientific literacy and curiosity. As a traveling museum, we meet people where they are- removing barriers like distance and admission fees to ensure that learning is within reach for everyone.
Our programs are designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding through hands-on interaction. Whether it's examining real fossils, exploring ancient ecosystems, or learning how life on Earth has changed over time, we offer interactive and immersive experiences that encourage learners of all ages to connect with science in tangible and memorable ways.
While paleontology is our specialty, our programming also touches on related fields such as geology, biology, and regional natural history. This multidisciplinary approach allows us to paint a fuller picture of the natural world and our place within it. We collaborate with educators, librarians, and community leaders to ensure that our presentations align with educational goals and engage the interests of local communities.
Our programs are highly adaptable and can be tailored to suit the needs of a wide range of audiences- from curious preschoolers to lifelong learners. The ancient world has gifted us with endless stories preserved in stone, and we take pride in using those stories to promote discovery, critical thinking, and a lifelong appreciation for science. With a strong emphasis on tactile learning, visual storytelling, and inclusive design, we aim to create programs that are accessible and enriching for everyone, regardless of age or background.
If you’re interested in bringing the Four State Museum of Natural History to your school, library, or event, we’d love to hear from you. Let us help you bring the wonder of the ancient world to life- because the past truly belongs to everyone.