Dinopalooza

The Dino Days of Summer return this June with Dinopalooza. Join us in celebrating the newest member of our flock, the Chicago Archaeopteryx, before it takes off for the rest of the summer. Find out how our new fossil friend shows scientists where past and present collide and understand what it really means to be a dinosaur. 

The prehistoric party doesn’t stop there! Activities include a museum-wide scavenger hunt, a Box-o-Saurus craft, getting up close and personal with Norm the T. rex skull, life-size Archaeopteryx puppets, face painting, a photo booth, and more. 

In honor of our new Jurassic pal, dinosaur and Jurassic Park costumes are encouraged!

Activities Schedule

Dino, Di-NOT

Join us for a hands-on activity "Dino, Di-NOT", and a Fact or Fiction activity surrounding Spinosaurus and dinosaurs in general (includes various models, casts, and fossils)

Jabberwocky Marionettes 

Come see the fabulous Archaeopteryx Jabberwocky Marionettes as they flit and fly around Stanley Field Hall. 

Fossils at the Field

See and touch fossils older than the dinosaurs from our behind-the-scenes collections!

Face Painting 

Get your favorite dino painted on your face or arm!

Norm the T. rex

Interact with Norm, a full-size fiberglass reproduction of the Wankel Tyrannosaurus rex's skull from the N. W. Harris Learning Collection.

Giving Day Table

Stop by and learn how you can help Make a Huge Impact!

And much more!