See Real Mammoth Bones in Milwaukee
Visit Mammoth Site for self-guided tours, an Exhibit Hall, a visible Fossil Lab, and hands-on family digs.
Featured Experiences
Choose from self-guided exploration to interactive family digs and Ice Age hunts.
About Mammoth Site
Mammoth Site in Milwaukee, Wisconsin preserves and interprets Ice Age fossils and offers educational experiences centered on mammoths and prehistoric life. The facility provides self-guided General Admission tours that use QR codes for layered interpretation, an Exhibit Hall showcasing fossil material, and a visible Fossil Lab where technicians prepare and study specimens. Visitors can observe real fossil preparation work and learn how paleontology methods bring ancient remains to life.
In addition to exhibit spaces, Mammoth Site runs family-focused programs that emphasize hands-on learning. The Family Dig lets participants excavate replica fossils, practice excavation techniques used by paleontologists, and leave with a mammoth tooth souvenir. The Family Ice Age Hunt introduces participants to prehistoric hunting tools and atlatl demonstrations, combining discovery of early human technology with guided practice sessions. These formats are designed for families, school groups, and anyone interested in Ice Age natural history.
Programming at Mammoth Site prioritizes tangible learning through artifacts, demonstrations, and visible laboratory processes. Interpretive signage and QR-code content support self-guided exploration, while structured family experiences provide interactive instruction and take-home learning. Ticketing options include General Admission and specialized family experiences, offering clear choices for different group sizes and interests. By making fossil study and Ice Age stories accessible on-site, Mammoth Site provides transparent scientific interpretation and engaging opportunities to connect with prehistoric life.

Plan a Visit to Mammoth Site Today
Book General Admission or a family experience to explore mammoth bones, watch fossil conservation, and dig into Ice Age history.