Check Out Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs And More Experiences for Dino Fans

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Last updated 11 Apr 2022

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It took 67 million years to make—well, sort of—and now it's finally unveiled here in Melbourne. Yes, Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs has finally opened its doors to the public at the Melbourne Museum! Meet Horridus the Triceratops, the most complete Triceratops fossil on the planet, and dive deeper into the Land Before Time. If you or your kids are dino fans, this immersive experience is one of the Melbourne family activities that will make lasting memories.

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Can’t wait to see what’s inside Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs? Here’s a quick sneak peek of what to expect inside Melbourne Museum’s newest exhibition:

What is a Triceratops?
When does the exhibition start?
Fun learning programs to join
Dino merch

What is a Triceratops?

Before you head over to meet the Melbourne Museum dinosaurs, here are some fast facts about a Triceratops and Horridus that might come in handy:

It's not that difficult to recognise a Triceratops! You'd know one at first glance, thanks to its distinct horns and frills.
The Triceratops was HUGE! It was over two metres tall and eight metres long and weighed between six and 12 tonnes. That's as heavy as seven small cars and as tall as a Melbourne tram!
You might think all dinos lived during the Jurassic period, but Horridus the Triceratops actually roamed the Earth during the Cretaceous period—about 67 million years ago!
Triceratops are herbivores.
Horridus the Triceratops is known as the world's most complete fossil. With 266 bones, it's at 85% completeness. Its skull is also said to be 99% complete.
Horridus' fossil was found near a river in Montana last 2014. It is said that most Triceratops lived on the land where North America is now.

When does the exhibition start?

Can't wait to be face-to-face with Horridus? All the activities on the Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs will be at Melbourne Museum from March 12, 2022, to July 10, 2022. Horridus the Triceratops will also be on permanent display starting March 12, so you can come in anytime. We suggest you book online much earlier than your planned date, though. There is quite a huge demand to see Horridus!

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Fun learning programs to join

Did you know that Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs takes on two levels of Melbourne Museum? That means two floors of nothing but dinos and their lost world! This exhibition lets you and the kids explore the environment during the Cretaceous period through the eyes of Horridus. Apart from meeting Horridus, you’ll also learn about the creatures that lived and thrived during that period on various fun learning programs the Melbourne Museum has in store.

Ever wondered what these enormous creatures looked like? Dinosaurs meet augmented reality and digital art at Melbourne Museum’s Triceratops in Technicolour. Here, both parents and kids can have fun “colouring” their own Triceratops!

There are also exciting educational programs about dinosaurs at Melbourne Museum. At Discovering the Beast, students can follow how the dinosaurs evolved through time and walked through ancient landscapes.

You can also join the Uncovering Triceratops program. Time to put your palaeontology hats on and discover how Horridus and other dino fossils are preserved!

At Triceratops Alive!, students can experience living like a Triceratops on this Melbourne Museum self-guided program. They’ll be exploring dinos from birth up to preservation, and be able to touch 3D prints of Triceratops body parts.

Dino Merch

Can't get enough Dinos? Take a souvenir home to always remember your Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs experience, or buy online from the Museums Victoria Store. They have adorable toys, keyrings, and even awesome dino replicas you can display at home.