
Gray Fossil Site & Museum
The Gray Fossil Site & Museum (1212 Suncrest Dr, Gray, TN 37615) is one of the most significant paleontological discoveries in the eastern United States — an ancient sinkhole that preserved a remarkable snapshot of Appalachian wildlife from roughly 4.5 to 7 million years ago. The site has yielded fossils of short-faced bears, tapirs, red pandas, alligators, and a mastodon skull that became the museum's centerpiece. Active excavation continues on-site, and visitors can watch paleontologists work in real time through a viewing window.
The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Group tours are available with advance reservation — contact the museum directly to confirm current group admission rates and parking availability for motorcoaches before your visit.
Address: 1212 Suncrest Dr, Gray, TN 37615 Phone: (423) 434-6096



















