Hitchcock Ichnological Cabinet
The world's largest collection of dinosaur tracks, assembled by Edward Hitchcock between 1836 and 1865, showcasing Jurassic-era trackways.

šŸ“œ World's largest collection of fossil footprints, assembled by Edward Hitchcock, a pioneer in paleoichnology.šŸ” Exhibit of Jurassic-era trackways.

Why Go

šŸ¦• See extensive, well-preserved dinosaur, crocodilian, mammal, and arthropod tracks
šŸ“š Learn about paleoichnology, prehistoric life, and the scientific study of trace fossils
šŸ“– View unique 'stone book' of layered sandstone impressions
šŸ›ļø Explore a historic and invaluable scientific collection
šŸ”¬ Discover evidence of prehistoric animal behavior; modern ichnologists still study the collection

Why Avoid

āš ļø Parts of building restricted to students/staff

Tips

šŸ“ Located in the basement gallery of the Beneski Museum of Natural History.
šŸ›ļø The Beneski Museum also features other exhibits on dinosaurs, prehistoric mammals, geology, and other floors.

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