Here’s a rundown of how you can travel back to the Jurassic era without being eaten.
Walking Dinosaurs
Throughout the exhibit, an adolescent T-Rex, Spinosaurus, and other dinosaurs will walk around and interact with the kids. Photos, touching, and just generally hanging out with the ‘saurs is highly encouraged.
Ancient Oceans (new in 2020)
Nothing living in our seas today compares to the predators that lived underwater in ancient times. See such wonders as the Ammonite (related to the squid), the Ichthyosaurus (a dolphin-like reptile), and the greatest shark that ever lived (and recent movie star), the Megalodon. There are more benign animals, too, such as the Archelon, the largest sea turtle that ever existed.
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Baby Dinos
Jurassic Quest is the only dinosaur show with baby dinos. This fan-favorite features a baby Triceratops, Camarasaurus, and others.
Fossil Digs
For the more than casual dinosaur fan, young, aspiring paleontologists can dig up old T-Rex and Triceratops fossils.
Dinosaur Rides
Several of the animatronic dinosaurs will be available for kids to ride. The ideal age is 2-10.
Exhibit Tour
One of the exhibit’s dinosaur experts will take your family on an interactive tour, teaching you more about the different dinosaurs, time periods and other facts.
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Science Stations
Make a plastic fossil souvenir to take home, then test your newfound knowledge by taking a quiz about the exhibit.
Other Activities
Dinosaur crafts, face painting, and a bungee pull are all part of the fun.
WANT TO GO?
What: Jurassic Quest
Where: Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm St., Cincinnati
When: March 13-15. 3-8 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday
Cost: $20-$36
More Info: www.jurassicquest.com
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