The Scoop on Dinosaurs

Saturday, July 14 and Sunday, July 15

Taking a cue from the special exhibition The Scoop on Poop, this DINO-riffic weekend will feature a variety of dinosaur-themed activities.

Scheduled Activities for Saturday, July 14*

Meet a Paleontologist
10am–noon, Great Hall
Meet Paleontologist Dr. Anthony (Tony) Martin from Emory University and learn about the fascinating study of dinosaur trace fossils.

Dissect a Dino Coprolite
10am-2pm, Great Hall
Carnivore or herbivore? Use your best scientist skills in this fun simulation.

Dinosaur Tattoos
10am-2pm, Great Hall
Show your love of dinosaurs with whimsical (and washable) temporary tattoos.

Argentinosaurus Necklace Craft
10am-2pm, Great Hall
Create your own wearable Argentinosaurus you can take home.

Tyrannosaurus Puzzle
10am-2pm, Great Hall
Budding paleontologists will love putting together this realistic 3-foot-longTyrannosaurus rex puzzle.

T-rexavator Game
10am-2pm, Great Hall
Put your excavating skills to the test in this fun game similar to “Operation.”

Claw and Tooth Exploration
10am-2pm, Great Hall
Explore the teeth and claws of some popular dinosaur species in this fun game.

The Scoop on Poop
10am–5pm Self guided
Do you have what it takes to be a dinosaur dung detective? Find out in the #1 exhibit about #2!

Dr. Dinosaur Puppet Show by Lee Bryan, “That Puppet Guy"
Noon, 1pm, Auditorium
Join Dr. Dinosaur on an exciting prehistoric expedition. (Limited seating; shows are approximately 20 minutes.)

See activities for Sunday, July 15.

Presented as part of 97 Days of Play.

Cost: Included with Museum admission and free for members.

*Activities subject to change without notice.

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