Giant Footprints Lead to Dinosaurs at Audubon Zoo
There are reports of people seeing giant footprints in Audubon Park. Audubon security officers believe the footprints were made recently by something they believe is extremely large, heavy, and likely prehistoric. After much “investigation”, they determined the prints were likely made by Tyrannosaurus Rex, part of an exhibit at nearby Audubon Zoo.
UPDATE: These giant creatures will remain at Audubon Zoo through January 5, 2025!
Starting September 12, 2024 T-Rex and more than 50 giant dinosaurs will take over part of Audubon Zoo in an immersive exhibit 65 million years in the making. Kids – and kids at heart – can walk among the dinosaurs and discover their favorites.
Dinosaurs at Audubon Zoo will transport guests back to the days when dinosaurs roamed the earth. It features animatronic dinosaur models that are true-to-life in size and appearance. Dinosaurs ranging from baby size to massive creatures up to 35 feet tall and more than 78 feet long. Guests can take their time strolling this unique exhibit and see Tyrannosaurus Rex, Velociraptor, Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus and many other dinosaurs in this exciting exhibit.
“People of all ages are fascinated by dinosaurs,” said Ron Forman, Audubon Nature Institute President and CEO. “This new exhibit uses high tech to give everyone a chance to see these animals like never before.”
In addition to the giant dinosaur models, there will be special dinosaur-themed activities, photo opportunity stations, walking and stationary dinosaur rides and kid-sized dinosaur all-terrain vehicles. A “dino dig” site will give little ones a chance to explore and learn how dinosaur bones are discovered. Guests may even see a dinosaur walking through the zoo!
“Dinosaurs at Audubon Zoo will give guests a chance to see and learn about these ancient creatures,” said Daine Appleberry, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Audubon Zoo. “Guests can also see some Audubon Zoo animals that are closely related to dinosaurs including alligators, turtles, and birds.”
This educational and interactive experience will be at Audubon Zoo for a limited time only. They will roar into Audubon Zoo September 12 through January 5, 2025. Admission to Dinosaurs at Audubon Zoo is $8 for Audubon Nature Institute members, $35 for non-members, which also includes Zoo admission. More information is available at AudubonZoo.com/Dinosaurs.