Dinosaurs in Grapevine, Texas

Saturday, 22 Jun, 2024 0

Historic Grapevine, Texas has a new attraction for budding dino hunters.

The summer program ‘All Tracks Lead to Grapevine’ runs until July 31 featuring prehistoric adventure for visitors of all ages.

It includes the Dino-Dig, an interactive dig site in search of dinosaur fossils at the Grapevine Tower Gallery.

There are photo ops with the mighty T-Rex, while panels throughout the gallery will educate visitors on the fascinating world of dinosaurs.

The Grapevine Tower Gallery exhibit showcases the Western Interior Seaway that once covered North Texas during the Cretaceous Period.

For $1, visitors will learn about the science of paleontology, discover different dinosaur species that roamed the area and explore the geologic timescale.

Each Saturday in June, the exhibit will feature Dino Talks with Grapevine Fossil Hunter Murray Cohen.

Cohen attracted worldwide media attention last year after discovering a new type of dinosaur jawbone at Lake Grapevine.

He will share his experience as he speaks on fossil hunting, making casts of dinosaur tracks, as well as jacketing, mapping and collection techniques.

Guests can also see where the dinosaur discoveries were made by visiting Grapevine Observation Tower for $3 per ticket.

Both the Grapevine Tower Gallery and the Grapevine Observation Gallery are open daily.

The Grapevine Vintage Railroad presents Dinos on the Tracks.

These train excursions will include fun activities and a special narration about different dinosaurs from the Perot Museum’s paleontologist Dr. Ron Tykoski.

There will also be fossils and educational presentations in the Cotton Belt Depot on select dates. The excursions run Fridays through July 19. Tickets cost $10 – $12, and can be secured in advance at www.GVRR.com.

The full dinosaur program also includes:

Dinosaur Movie at the Palace Theatre Enjoy classic dinosaur movies on Thursday mornings at the Historic Palace Theatre. “Dinosaur Thursdays” feature kid-friendly dinosaur adventures at 10 a.m. for $5 per person.

June 27: Dinosaur (2000) PG, 82 minutes.

July 11: The Land Before Time IV: Journey Through the Mists (1996) PG, 74 minutes

July 18: Dinotopia: Quest for the Ruby Sunstone (2005) NR, 75 minutes

July 25: The Land Before Time V: The Mysterious Island (1997) PG, 74 minutes

Fun at the Library: The Grapevine Public Library has a trio of programs for children including: Dinosaurs! Interact with real dinosaur bones and learn about T-Rex, Triceratops and more Carnivores vs. Herbivores Uncover how these dinosaurs hunted and defended themselves through interactive games. Texas in the Cretaceous Discover the incredible dinosaurs that roamed the state.

Specials Offers Along Historic Main Street: “Tracks on Main” along Historic Main Street has more than 25 outlets offering special dinosaur treats like Dino Pops at Dr. Sue’s Chocolates and The Tar Pit at Beth Marie’s Ice Cream. Certain shops are also offering discounts on items.

More information at: www.GrapevineTexasUSA.com/dinosaurs

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