The dedication of the new Old Faithful Visitor Education Center is still ongoing in Yellowstone National Park, but here are a few photos of the opening dedication, still going on as this story is posted.

The new building features more than just view of Old Faithful and a film loop: it features several interactive exhibits, including a working model of a geyser, general exhibits on Yellowstone National Park and a special area for kids.

Over half the cost of the new facility -- $15 million of the $27 million cost of design and construction -- came from the nonprofit Yellowstone Park Foundation.

Photos: Top, the dedication ceremony; middle, the color guard, made up of horses usually used for backcountry trips; and bottom, Superintendent Suzanne Lewis speaks.

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