Louisiana Art & Science Museum
100 South River Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
What to Expect
Ignite your curiosity at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum, where prehistoric wonders meet cutting-edge technology. Journey through the cosmos in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium with captivating dinosaur-themed shows that bring these ancient creatures to life on a giant screen. Don’t miss the chance to stand in the presence of a real Triceratops skull, a magnificent relic from a bygone era.
The Prehistoric Experience
The museum’s Irene W. Pennington Planetarium features dinosaur-themed shows such as “T-Rex” and “Dinosaur Passage to Pangaea.” The museum also has on display the largest intact Triceratops skull in the country, which is on loan. The museum occasionally hosts a “Dino Day” event with related activities.
Hours: Wednesday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Prehistoric Park
1145 North Barn Road, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
What to Expect
Step back in time and walk among the giants that once ruled the earth at Prehistoric Park, Louisiana’s premier dinosaur-themed destination! Explore lush trails featuring life-sized, roaring animatronic dinosaurs, making for a thrilling adventure for the whole family. Uncover ancient secrets in the fossil dig pit and create unforgettable memories on this exciting journey through the prehistoric world.
The Prehistoric Experience
The park features a guided Dinosaur Trail with over 20 life-sized dinosaur exhibits, including five animatronic dinosaurs that move and roar. Notable animatronics include a 40-foot Tyrannosaurus Rex. Additional interactive activities include a fossil dig pit where visitors can uncover relics.
Hours: Friday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Monday – Thursday: Closed
University of Louisiana at Lafayette Science Museum
433 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501
What to Expect
Delve into the age of dinosaurs at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Science Museum. Come face-to-face with impressive fossil casts of mighty dinosaurs from the Jurassic Period and witness science in action at the Geology Prep Lab. It’s a perfect destination for aspiring paleontologists and anyone fascinated by Earth’s ancient history.
The Prehistoric Experience
The museum exhibits a collection of dinosaur fossil casts from the late Jurassic Period, including Allosaurus, Camptosaurus, and Stegosaurus. There is also a cast of a Carnotaurus. Visitors can observe the ongoing work of preparing fossils and minerals in the UL Geology Preparation Laboratory.
Hours: Wednesday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Monday & Tuesday: Closed
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