T. Rex: The Ultimate Predator Exhibition
Get ready to roar at the T. Rex: The Ultimate Predator Exhibition! This incredible display at the Bullock Texas State History Museum dives deep into the story of the planet's most famous dinosaur.
- Marvel at life-sized models, including a T. rex with patches of feathers and reconstructions of hatchlings and juveniles.
- Touch fossil casts and explore how young T. rexes grew up to rule their world.
- Try interactive stations like the roar mixer, shadow theater, and a tabletop Investigation Station with cool fossil facts and virtual scientific tools.
- Enjoy engaging digital guides in English and Spanish, packed with accessibility features so every visitor feels welcome.
- Kids and adults alike will have fun learning, imagining, and connecting with the ancient past in a hands-on way.
This special exhibition is organized by the American Museum of Natural History and promises a dino-mite adventure for everyone!
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