Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre

The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre is a paleontology museum in Morden that displays fossils from a prehistoric inland sea. The collection features skeletal remains of marine reptiles from the late Cretaceous period, preserved in rock formations from over 66 million years ago.

The museum began in 1971 as a local community center for Morden, initially focused on regional history. Over time it grew into a major research facility dedicated to studying and displaying late Cretaceous marine reptile fossils.

The name reflects the discovery of marine fossils from an ancient inland sea that once covered this region. Visitors walk among displays of creatures that populated these waters, making prehistoric life feel tangible and present.

The museum is located in the lower level of the Access Events Centre and operates throughout the week. Guided tours and educational programs are available, making it suitable for independent visitors as well as school groups.

The museum houses Bruce, a mosasaur skeleton that ranks among the largest marine reptiles ever found. This nearly 43-foot (13-meter) specimen represents one of the most formidable predators that roamed the ancient seas.

Location: Manitoba

Inception: 1971

Email: info@discoverfossils.com

Website: http://discoverfossils.com

GPS coordinates: 49.19767,-98.09509

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:52