T. Rex: The Ultimate Predator Exhibition
Ready to roar like a dinosaur? The T. rex: The Ultimate Predator Exhibition at the Bullock Texas State History Museum is a prehistoric adventure you won’t want to miss! Step into a world where life-sized T. rex models — complete with fluffy feathers — tower over you, and interactive displays bring science to life.
Highlights of the exhibition include:
- Meet a terrifyingly realistic T. rex, complete with realistic details (and yes, some feathers)!
- Discover how T. rex hatchlings looked more like fuzzy turkeys than Jurassic giants.
- Explore fossil casts, from fearsome teeth to enormous bones, with hands-on science tools.
- Mix up your own dino roar, see a Cretaceous shadow theater, and watch a life-sized T. rex animation react to your movements.
- Learn about the evolution, senses, and social life of the ultimate predator—fun for aspiring paleontologists of all ages!
Whether you’re a dinosaur superfan or just looking for a unique, family-friendly outing, this exhibition offers a day filled with discovery, excitement, and maybe even a little dino-magic.
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