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Photo by Thomas Lowell
Dinosaur tracks
Photo by Terry Acomb
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Why is Cincinnati
Geologically Significant?
Cincinnati has long been known for
its extensive exposures of Late
Ordovician shale and limestone formations that contain some of the
richest invertebrate fossil preservation in North America. In
addition, the Ohio River marks the southern margin of ice age
glaciation, so the landscape around Cincinnati is a product of ice
age events.
Geology of Cincinnati
by Professor J Barry Maynard
This section is a gateway to other pages
and sites that provide abundant detail on the fascinating diversity of
geology of the Tri-state area, including much information on geologic
hazards.
Fun information for geologists and amateur geologists
A Geologist's
Lifetime Field List
Terry Acomb,
a graduate of our department has assembled a list of essential or desirable
locations for geologists or travelers to visit. It contains
many of the interesting geological wonders of the world. To see his complete
list, click here.
Glaciers!
Look at images of, and learn about glaciers. This great site has evolved
from the travels of UC's Professor Thomas Lowell.
Dry
Dredgers (Club of amateur paleontologists)
Museum Center
Union Terminal
1301 Western Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45203
(513) 287-7000
(800) 733-2077 (toll free)
museums hours: Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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