The Barringer Crater in Arizona reveals a captivating tale of cosmic impact and scientific discovery. #historyfacts #facts #meteorite #discovery | Pastor James

Get out for a safe and fun experience at Meteor Crater in Northern Arizona! | Meteor Crater & Barringer Space Museum

Experience Meteor Crater in Northern AZ, a 50,000 year old earth-shattering meteorite impact that’s far out and really close. | Meteor Crater & Barringer Space Museum

Meteor Crater in Arizona, also known as the Barringer Crater, was formed around 50,000 years ago during the Pleistocene epoch when a 100,000-ton iron-nickel meteorite traveling at roughly 26,000 miles per hour struck the Earth. The impact created a crater about 1.2 kilometers wide and 170 meters deep. The dry Arizona climate preserved it exceptionally well, making it one of the best-kept meteor impact sites on the planet. The land is privately owned by the Barringer family and includes a visitor