Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park & Museum at Rowan University
Built around a quarry where evidence of the 5th mass extinction was discovered, the museum equips visitors with the knowledge and tools to take action—helping to create a brighter, more resilient future for communities and the world around them.
Services Provided
G&A developed a one-of-a-kind experience across an holistic indoor-outdoor campus where interactive exhibits combine with learning labs, virtual experiences, a live dig site, and more to create a destination that inspires visitors with the thrill of scientific discovery.
Throughout the galleries, scientific research informs to accessible, engaging experiences that bring paleontology to life. Layered storytelling, digital media, and tactile interactives invite guests to examine fossils, understand ancient ecosystems, and experience the process of discovery firsthand.
The museum extends beyond the exhibition galleries to an active fossil quarry. By linking the landscape, the research, and the museum experience, the journey highlights how new discoveries continue to reshape our understanding of prehistoric life.
Designed to inspire future scientists and lifelong learners alike, the Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park & Museum demonstrates how immersive storytelling and thoughtful experience design can transform groundbreaking research into meaningful public engagement.
Details
Year Opened
2025
Square Footage
17,100 sq ft
Credits
Rowan University
Client
Ennead Architects
Design Architect
KSS Architects
Architect of Record
Available Light
Lighting Design
Left Field Labs
Interactive Development
Icaria Atelier
Media
Kubik Maltbie
Exhibit Fabrication
Dixon Studios
Scenic Fabrication