Bizarre Headgear: Ceratopsians and the Evolution of Extraordinary Skulls
2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK 73072
Dates: May 09, 2026 to August 23, 2026
What to Expect
Horns, frills, and shields! Delve into the wild world of ceratopsian dinosaurs and their incredibly diverse and ornate skulls. This exciting exhibit explores why these dinosaurs evolved such extraordinary headgear, from the famous Triceratops to its lesser-known cousins. Prepare for a head-on encounter with some of the most fascinating dinosaurs ever discovered!
The Prehistoric Experience
This temporary exhibit focuses on the evolution and diversity of the skulls of ceratopsian dinosaurs, like Triceratops, showcasing their unique and ‘bizarre’ head structures.
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Civitan Park – Dinosaur Park
1430 SE Silver Lake Rd, Bartlesville, OK 74006
What to Expect
Let your little ones run wild at Bartlesville’s beloved ‘Dinosaur Park’! This fully accessible playground is a paradise for kids, featuring fun, dinosaur-themed play structures. With covered areas for sunny days and plenty of space to explore, it’s the perfect spot for a fun-filled family afternoon.
The Prehistoric Experience
A community park with a popular, fully accessible playground that includes dinosaur-themed climbing structures and play equipment.
Hours: Daily: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Dinos Take Flight
2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK 73072
Dates: January 17, 2026 to April 26, 2026
What to Expect
Prepare to be amazed as dinosaurs take to the skies in this elegant and engaging traveling exhibition! Explore the fascinating link between dinosaurs and birds, centered around the pivotal discovery of Archaeopteryx. This intersection of art, science, and history offers a fresh perspective on the evolution of flight.
The Prehistoric Experience
A traveling exhibition focusing on Archaeopteryx, a critical fossil that serves as a bridge between dinosaurs and birds, exploring the origin of flight and evolution.
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Dinosaur Tracks
Near County Rd 325 & County Rd N0200, Kenton, OK 73946
What to Expect
Walk in the footsteps of giants at this incredible natural attraction near Black Mesa! Preserved for millions of years in a creek bed, these genuine dinosaur tracks offer a rare and awe-inspiring glimpse into the distant past. It’s an unforgettable outdoor adventure for fossil hunters and curious explorers alike.
The Prehistoric Experience
A series of authentic dinosaur tracks are preserved in a sandstone strata next to Carrizo Creek. Though eroded over time, several footprints from a bipedal carnivorous theropod dinosaur are visible in the creek bed.
Hours: Daily during daylight hours.
Dinosaur Valley
433085 E 1890 Rd, Rattan, OK 74562
What to Expect
Combine your love for disc golf with a prehistoric twist at Dinosaur Valley! This unique, private course is a hidden gem where you can test your skills while spotting dinosaurs on every hole. Book a stay in the cozy cabin for an exclusive and memorable getaway that’s truly one-of-a-kind!
The Prehistoric Experience
This is a private 27-hole disc golf course located on a property with cabin rentals. Each hole on the course features a dinosaur model or statue.
Hours: Accessible to guests who rent the onsite cabin.
Formed in Stone: The Natural Beauty of Fossils
2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK 73072
Dates: November 01, 2025 to January 04, 2026
What to Expect
Discover the hidden artistry of the ancient world in this stunning temporary exhibition. ‘Formed in Stone’ reveals the breathtaking beauty of fossils through high-resolution photography, magnifying these remnants of prehistoric life up to 60 times their actual size. It’s a unique fusion of science and art that will change the way you see fossils forever!
The Prehistoric Experience
This temporary exhibit showcases the aesthetic qualities of fossils, including invertebrate fossils from the museum’s own collection. It provides a unique, artistic look at the remains of ancient life from the time of dinosaurs and earlier.
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Museum of the Red River
812 E Lincoln Rd, Idabel, OK 74745
What to Expect
Come face-to-face with Oklahoma’s official state dinosaur! The Museum of the Red River offers a fantastic journey through the art and archaeology of the Americas, with a truly stunning centerpiece. Discover the incredible Acrocanthosaurus atokensis, a fearsome predator that once roamed this very region.
The Prehistoric Experience
The museum displays a full-size cast of the skeleton of Acrocanthosaurus atokensis, Oklahoma’s State Dinosaur. The most complete fossil of this 110-million-year-old dinosaur was found just a few miles from the museum.
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Closed on Mondays.
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History
2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman, OK 73072
What to Expect
Embark on an epic journey through four billion years of Oklahoma’s history! Stand in awe of colossal dinosaurs, including the world’s largest Apatosaurus skeleton, and gaze upon the largest dinosaur skull ever discovered. It’s a thrilling adventure for the whole family, where prehistoric giants and ancient worlds are brought back to life.
The Prehistoric Experience
The museum’s Hall of Ancient Life features impressive mounted skeletons of massive dinosaurs, including a dramatic ‘Clash of the Titans’ exhibit with an Apatosaurus and a Saurophaganax. It also holds the Guinness World Record for the largest skull on display, that of a Pentaceratops.
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM, Closed on Mondays, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
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