Joggins Welcomes Dendrerpeton Home

Joggins Welcomes Dendrerpeton Home!

Dendrerpeton acadianum, an extinct amphibian that once roamed through Joggins 315 million years ago is now on display at the Joggins Fossil Centre. The fossil skeleton has been graciously loaned to the Institute from the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History. The Dendrerpeton is one of the iconic symbols of Joggins and the Carboniferous “Coal Age” and will be available for public viewing in the Joggins Fossil Centre from October 15 until October 31, or by appointment until December 18.

Children's Halloween Party

The Joggins Fossil Institute will be holding a Children’s Halloween party Saturday October 31st 2009, from 1pm until 3pm. There will be lots of fun and games that everyone can enjoy. There will be delicious treats that are sure to be a hit with kids of all ages (the grown up ones included).

We will also be holding a pumpkin carving contest. Participants are encouraged to carve a pumpkin at home and bring it in for the competition. There will be prizes given out for the best carvings.

We hope to see you there, and be sure to have a safe and happy Halloween.