Orcas' own Bison Antiquus, whose skull was found in 2009, changing scientists' thoughts about early populations in North America
Sunday July 17 will be a unique opportunity to see the Bison skull fossil at the very locale where it was discovered in Olga . . . . . and have a great time to boot!
Tony and Nancy Ayer, who owned the property where Bison Antiquus was found during an excavation into a pond, invite guests to attend this fund-raiser as a kick-off for future growth to transform the Orcas Museum into “a museum worthy of world-class recognition.”
Three visiting expert scientists will be on hand to discuss the significance of this very rare find, which has completely challenged the archeological theories:
- The bison skull is the most complete skull of its size to have ever been found in the world.
- It has been carbon dated to 14,000 years
- The skull and collection of over 90 bones was in the top 10 of the most significant scientific discoveries in the WORLD in 2009 (Discover Magazine).
- This discovery will change the science textbooks.
Steve Kenady and Bill Buchan prepare the bison skull for its close-up. A casting of the skull is on public display at the museum in Eastsound, as is the original skull.
The gathering , from 4 to 7 p.m.will feature live music by Gene Nery & Martin Lund, and catering by the Orcas Store.
All are welcome to join the event. For more information and to r.s.v.p. call 376-4849, or click here: https://orcasmuseum.org/Orcas_
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An important item which is left off of this announcement and from the website about the event is the cost. According to the article in the Island Sounder online addition, the cost of the event is $100/person. To some people on island, money is no object, so why bother mentioning it. But many of us on island have limited means and to us, the cost of an event does matter. Publishing the cost of an event seems like basic PR.
I have inside information that, if people want to go to the Bison Bash, and can’t afford the $100., they should call the museum, 376-4849. They will be offered a healthy discount, underwritten by a generous donor….
I have met 2 of the archeologists who will be present that evening. They are tops in their field and have had a connection with this find since the beginning. They alone are well worth the “price of admission”.