Educator Workshop: 
Fossil Conservation Conversations

Join us for an educator workshop all about fossil conservation! Explore how we make sure our fossils keep sticking around with Connie Clarke, preparator in La Brea Tar Pits Fossil Lab.

You’ll learn about what causes deterioration, how we mitigate damage (with a little dive into adhesive chemistry), the detective work of figuring out what happened to a fossil that was excavated a hundred years ago, and how we learn and improve from other conservation fields. After the presentation, you’ll further your learning by going behind the scenes in the Fossil Lab and participating in a  pottery repair activity that can be replicated back in your classroom. 

Important Workshop Information:

• Our workshops fill up incredibly fast! Please only sign up if you are sure you can make it - and if plans change, cancel your RSVP to give a space to someone on the waitlist.
• While we love welcoming your families to our museums, this specific program is intended for formal & informal educators who are adults (18+)
• In-person workshops are subject to cancellation due to low registration, inclement weather, or changes in safety measures.
• We aim to make the La Brea Tar Pits & Museum an exciting, educational, and enjoyable experience for everyone. If you have any questions about this event and the accommodation services we offer, contact our Call Center at 213.763.3466 or info@tarpits.org. We ask that any requests for special accommodations be made at least 48 hours in advance.