Finding America's Best Dinosaur Dig Sites, Museums, and Exhibits

Dinosaurs have always fascinated us. These massive creatures roamed the Earth for over 150 million years, and their fossils have been found on every continent. In the United States, there are a number of excellent places to learn about dinosaurs, from dig sites to museums to exhibits.

Dinosaur Destinations: Finding America's Best Dinosaur Dig Sites, Museums and Exhibits

by Rene Almeling

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Dinosaur Dig Sites

If you're interested in seeing dinosaurs in their natural habitat, there are a number of dig sites in the United States where you can volunteer to help excavate fossils. Some popular dig sites include:

• Dinosaur National Monument in Utah and Colorado is home to one of the largest concentrations of dinosaur fossils in the world. Visitors can volunteer to help excavate fossils at the Quarry Visitor Center.
• The American Museum of Natural History in New York City has a number of ongoing dinosaur digs around the world. Visitors can learn about these digs and see the fossils that have been found at the museum's Hall of Saurischia and Ornithischia.
• The Field Museum in Chicago has a long history of dinosaur research and excavation. Visitors can see the museum's collection of dinosaur fossils in the Evolving Planet exhibit.

Dinosaur Museums

There are a number of excellent dinosaur museums in the United States, where you can learn about the history of dinosaurs, see their fossils, and even learn about the latest paleontological research. Some popular dinosaur museums include:

• The Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology in Alberta, Canada is one of the world's largest and most comprehensive dinosaur museums. Visitors can see a wide variety of dinosaur fossils, including the world's largest Tyrannosaurus rex.
• The American Museum of Natural History in New York City has one of the largest and most diverse collections of dinosaur fossils in the world. Visitors can see a variety of dinosaur fossils, including the famous Diplodocus and Stegosaurus.
• The Field Museum in Chicago has a long history of dinosaur research and excavation. Visitors can see the museum's collection of dinosaur fossils in the Evolving Planet exhibit.

Dinosaur Exhibits

In addition to dig sites and museums, there are also a number of dinosaur exhibits traveling around the country. These exhibits typically feature a variety of dinosaur fossils, as well as interactive displays and educational programs. Some popular dinosaur exhibits include:

• The Dinosaur World Live Tour is a touring exhibition that features a variety of animatronic dinosaurs. Visitors can learn about the history of dinosaurs, see how they moved, and even interact with them.
• The Jurassic World: The Exhibition is a touring exhibition that features a variety of dinosaur fossils and animatronics. Visitors can learn about the latest paleontological research, as well as see how dinosaurs were featured in the Jurassic World movies.
• The Wonders of Wildlife National Geographic Encounter in Texas is a permanent exhibit that features a variety of live animals, including dinosaurs. Visitors can learn about the history of dinosaurs, as well as see how they lived and interacted with other animals.

Whether you're interested in learning about the history of dinosaurs, seeing their fossils, or even interacting with animatronic dinosaurs, there are a number of excellent places to do so in the United States. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your next dinosaur adventure today!

Dinosaur Destinations: Finding America's Best Dinosaur Dig Sites, Museums and Exhibits

by Rene Almeling

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	34082 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	202 pages

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