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Badlands Dinosaur Museum

Embark on a thrilling journey to the age of dinosaurs at the Badlands Dinosaur Museum, home to the largest collection of dinosaur fossils in North Dakota! Marvel at fourteen full-scale dinosaur skeletons, including the ferocious Allosaurus and the mighty Triceratops. This is a must-see destination for any dinosaur enthusiast!

188 Museum Drive East, Dickinson, ND 58601

Hours: Monday – Saturday 9 AM-5 PM; Sundays 12-5 PM (between Memorial Day and Labor Day only)

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Barnes County Historical Society Museum

Meet Gundy the Triceratops, a local legend 65 million years in the making! The Barnes County Historical Society Museum offers a fascinating look into the region’s past, with a prehistoric twist. This impressive fossil is a centerpiece of their diverse collection and a captivating sight for visitors of all ages.

315 Central Avenue North, Valley City, ND 58072

Hours: Open year-round; specific daily hours not available.

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North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum

Step back in time and witness the epic clash of titans! At the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum, you’ll come face-to-face with a life-sized T. rex skeleton cast locked in battle with a Triceratops. Don’t miss Dakota, the incredibly rare mummified Edmontosaurus, for a truly unforgettable glimpse into the prehistoric world.

612 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58505

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Pioneer Trails Regional Museum

Uncover the ancient secrets of southwestern North Dakota at the Pioneer Trails Regional Museum. Here you can see a full-size Triceratops, explore a fossil prep lab, and even participate in real paleontological site tours during the summer. It’s a hands-on adventure into a world that existed millions of years ago!

12 First Avenue Northeast, Bowman, ND 58623

Hours: Summer (May-September): Monday-Saturday 9:00am – 5:00pm; Winter (October-April): Monday-Friday 10:00am – 4:00pm

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