Cooper Center

The John D. Cooper Archaeological and Paleontological Curation Center is dedicated to preserving the natural and cultural history of Orange County, California.  The Cooper Center, a partnership between O.C. Parks and California State University Fullerton, is committed to the preservation, curation, and management of the fossils and artifacts collected within the County.

The laboratory facility at the Cooper Center is scheduled to open in 2011.  This facility will include curation and preparation space, research space, and climate-controlled specimen storage.

Please note that this is a new program and the facility is not open to the public.  For appointments or more information contact Meredith Rivin at 714-647-2103 or via email, mrivin@fullerton.edu.

Dr. Jere Lipps named Director of Cooper Center.  Scientist to Lead Archeological, Paleontological Curation and Research beginning January 9, 2012.  Read article.  Jere Lipps may be contacted at 714-647-2108 or via email, jlipps@fullerton.edu.