Detroit, Mich., September 12, 2024 – The Michigan Science Center (Mi-Sci) is thrilled to announce the arrival of the highly anticipated traveling exhibit, “Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family,” opening on October 6, 2024. Sponsored by Ford Philanthropy, this captivating exhibit offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the fascinating world of the most iconic reptiles to ever roam the Earth—tyrannosaurs.
Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family showcases an extraordinary collection of tyrannosaur skeleton casts, fossils, and life-size displays that will transport guests back millions of years to the Cretaceous Period when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. The exhibition was created by the Australian Museum and is toured internationally by Evergreen Exhibitions.
With a focus on both entertainment and education, the exhibit features state-of-the-art interactive elements designed to inspire children, families, and anyone with a passion for paleontology. Visitors can dive into the science behind these ancient creatures, learn about recent discoveries, and experience the awe of standing in the shadow of a full-sized T. rex cast skeleton.
This exhibition is one of the largest and most impressive we’ve ever hosted at the Michigan Science Center,” said Dr. Christian Greer, President & CEO of the Michigan Science Center. “We are excited to give guests of all ages the chance to learn about these incredible animals in a way that is not only educational but also truly immersive. Ford Philanthropy’s generous support helps us continue our mission to inspire curious minds and ignite a lifelong passion for learning that puts you at the center of science.”
Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family provides an educational experience that explores the evolution of tyrannosaurs, their biology, and how these powerful creatures dominated their ecosystems. With hands-on displays, touchable fossils, and interactive digital features, the exhibit will engage visitors in paleontology like never before.
The exhibit will be open from October 6, 2024, through January 12, 2025. Members will receive a sneak preview on Saturday, October 5th. Tickets are available online or at the Mi-Sci box office. Don’t miss the chance to experience this thrilling journey through the prehistoric world!
About The Michigan Science Center
The Michigan Science Center (Mi-Sci) is a Smithsonian affiliate that inspires nearly 250,000 curious minds of all ages every year through STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) discovery, innovation and interactive education in Detroit and across Michigan. As a STEM hub, Mi-Sci focuses on developing and introducing expanded education programs, exhibits and initiatives to empower and enrich our children and community. Through their Traveling Science Program and distance learning initiative, ECHO Live!, Mi-Sci is expanding beyond its Detroit-based facility, with a goal of reaching all 83 counties of
Michigan. With the Toyota Engineering 4D Theater, live science demonstrations, lab activities and 220+ interactive exhibits, there are dozens of ways to customize your Mi-Sci visit. The Michigan Science Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and does not receive funding from Detroit or the state of Michigan. For more information, please call 313.577.8400 or visit the website, Mi-Sci.org.