The Fossil Cliffs - World Heritage Site

The Joggins Fossil Cliffs ave been a World heritage Site for over a year now.

On 7th July we celebrated one year since the inscription on the World Heritage List. We marked the occasion by burying a time capsule, filled with documents, logo wear, media articles and memorabilia from the nomination through to the final, momentous occasion when the cliffs were inscribed by UNESCO.

The time capsule was a fitting way for the community to remember what an important event this was. The cliffs themselves are a snapshot of life here 300 million years ago and the capsule is a miniscule version of this.

We chose 50 years since inscription (49 years since burial) as the best time span to leave the capsule buried. When it is dug up, there will be living memory of its internment. One of the members of the local community was there and celebrating his ninth birthday. We hope that he celebrates his 58th birthday by digging up the capsule and telling everyone about his memories of the event.

We are experiencing a busy and lively season so far and hope that you can join us some time soon.

Please watch our website for future events and information on recent discoveries.