T. Rex: The Ultimate Predator Exhibition
Step into a world where dinosaurs rule and history roars to life! The T. Rex: The Ultimate Predator Exhibition is a thrilling adventure for all ages, featuring jaw-dropping life-sized models, realistic fossil casts, and interactive stations that let you experience the might of the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex like never before.
- Meet a massive, feathered T. rex and explore reconstructions of hatchlings and juveniles.
- Experiment with a 'roar mixer' and shadow theater, and interact with animations that respond to your movements.
- Investigate real fossil casts at the tabletop Investigation Station—measure, scan, and analyze like a true paleontologist!
- Discover the evolutionary tree of T. rex and learn about its sensory abilities and social behaviors.
This exhibition is packed with excitement, education, and plenty of prehistoric surprises—perfect for families, kids, and curious adults. Don’t miss your chance to unleash your inner explorer and step back in time to the age of dinosaurs!
The Venue
Welcome to the Bullock Texas State History Museum, where the rich tapestry of Texas comes alive through vibrant and ever-changing exhibits. Immerse yourself in over 16,000 years of Texas history, from the era of its earliest inhabitants to the excitement of the space age, all within a stunning setting in the heart of Austin.
At the Bullock Museum, every visit offers something new. The museum showcases meticulously curated artifacts on loan from museums and private collectors, ensuring a fresh experience with each trip. Explore three expansive floors of galleries designed to guide you through Texas’s epic story—the land and cultures that shaped it, the battles fought for independence, and the diverse communities that built Texas’s identity.
- Dynamic exhibits: Marvel at more than 700 original artifacts, including Indigenous tools, rare mission gates, and remnants from the famed French ship La Belle.
- Special exhibitions: Discover rotating galleries featuring everything from Texas wildlife art to tributes honoring African American artists and military history.
- Interactive experiences: Catch a thrilling film in the IMAX® Theatre, enjoy multisensory shows in the Texas Spirit Theater, or shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and enjoy a meal at The Star Cafe.
- Iconic artifacts: Admire treasures like the original Goddess of Liberty statue from the Capitol, a vintage windmill, and a 1940s Texan airplane soaring above the grand atrium.
- Educational fun for all ages: Walk through history with galleries that highlight Indigenous cultures, Texas’s fight for independence, and its modern role in the nation.
Location
Open Hours
- monday10 AM-5 PM
- tuesday10 AM-5 PM
- wednesday10 AM-5 PM
- thursday10 AM-5 PM
- friday10 AM-5 PM
- saturday10 AM-5 PM
- sunday10 AM-5 PM