Dinosaurs

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  • Memphis Zoo Brings Camel Rides to the Mid-South Wednesday, February 15, 2012

    MEMPHIS, TENN. – Camels return to the Memphis Zoo this spring for an all-new animal encounter. For just $5 per person, visitors will have the opportunity to ride one of four camels at the Zoo Ma...

  • No Free Tuesdays in March Tuesday, January 31, 2012

    Just a reminder that the Memphis Zoo will not be holding "Tennessee Tuesdays" during the month of March. For details on the Tennessee Tuesday admission policies, please visit our admission policies...

  • International Polar Bear Day Celebration Tuesday, January 31, 2012

    Saturday, February 25, 2012 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Included with Zoo Admission Haley and Payton want to get the word out that their wild relatives a...


Dinosaurs at the Memphis Zoo will be open March 10 - July 8, 2012
9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Daily
Admission is $3/members and $4/nonmembers
Ticket Valid for One Entry Per Day
Purchase tickets upon your arrival to the Zoo's front gate or the Dinosaur exhibit entrance.

Members See it First

Memphis Zoo Members will enjoy an EXCLUSIVE sneak peak of the Dinosaur Exhibit March 3-9. Join or renew your Memphis Zoo membership today to be a part of this members-only event!
Must present membership card and photo I.D. upon entry
During this preview week, members will pay $3 per person.

 
Dinosaurs roamed the earth millions of years ago, but they are making a comeback this spring at the Memphis Zoo. Come face-to-face with 15 animatronic dinosaurs located in a prehistoric habitat.


Young paleontologists will enjoy several interactive stations within the exhibit including:

  • Search for signs of prehistoric life at the Dino Dig Site
  • View a life-size replica of an allosaurus skull
  • Help our researchers assemble dinosaur skeletons on a giant puzzle
  • Learn more about dinosaurs and about the work our researchers are doing to
    conserve today's species - located in the DinoVision Amphitheatre
  • Visit the Dino Dig Shop to purchase educational dinosaur books, toys and souvenirs
Click here to learn more tips to enhance your dino experience!

 

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Sponsorships Available. Call (901) 333-6554 for details.