Johanson Collection

Discover the captivating tale of 'Lucy' - a 3.1 million-year-old Australopithecus afarensis fossil (AL 288-1) unearthed in Ethiopia

Johanson Collection: Australopithecus afarensis (AL 288-1) (Lucy)

Australopithecus afarensis (AL 288-1) (Lucy)
A cast of the partial skeleton (nicknamed Lucy) of Australopithecus afarensis found at the Hadar, North East Ethiopia in 1974 by Donald Johanson

Australopithecus afarensis (AL 288-1) (Lucy)
A partial skeleton (nicknamed Lucy) of Australopithecus afarensis found at the Hadar, North East Ethiopia in 1974 by Donald Johanson

Johanson Collection: Prehistory. Paleolithic. Lucy skeleton. Reproduction

Prehistory. Paleolithic. Lucy skeleton. Reproduction
Prehistory. Paleolithic. Lucy. Common name of AL 288-1. Reproduction of the bones representing the skeleton of a female Australopithecus afarensis

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Discover the captivating tale of 'Lucy' - a 3.1 million-year-old Australopithecus afarensis fossil (AL 288-1) unearthed in Ethiopia. Known as the first adult hominid discovered, she offers invaluable insights into our prehistoric past. This iconic figure from the Paleolithic era, nicknamed 'Lucy' for her completeness and grace, has become a symbol of human evolution. Reproduction of her skeleton continues to inspire awe and fuel scientific curiosity, bridging the gap between our ancient ancestors and ourselves.