T.REX Takeover at The Tech

From pixels to prehistoric, innovators of all ages are invited to tap into their ~Jurassic Era~ with fun, dino-themed events and activities happening all weekend long!

• Immerse yourself in a larger-than-life screening of our newest film, “T.REX,” in IMAX 
• Uncover prehistoric mysteries and ask your burning dino questions with renowned paleontologist and star of the “T.REX” film, Dr. Tyler Lyson!
• Witness the first-ever “Dino Fight Night,” moderated by award-winning author/illustrator Ted Rechlin. Join special guests Dr. Tyler Lyson  and Dr. Nathan Smith in an enthralling discussion that pits your favorite dinosaurs against each other in theoretical battles. Who will emerge victorious? 
• Munch on some dino-mite delights at our Tech Cafe. 

The adventure doesn’t end there! T.Rex Takeover is packed with dino-inspired activities and workshops, designed to entertain and educate dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages.

Mark your calendar for an unforgettable Labor Day Weekend at The Tech Interactive!

“The Land Before Time” in New Venture Hall with Dinosaur Imagination Playground

Pop into New Venture Hall for a special screening of “The Land Before Time”! Enjoy a snack or lunch while you watch, or try your hand at building your own dinosaur skeleton! *This will NOT take place in the IMAX Dome Theater. (Run time is 1 hr, 9 mins)

Sunday Showings

Monday Showings

T.REX Studio: Move That Fossil!

Just like in the film, come create a device that could help paleontologists transport dinosaur bones from a dig site! Explore balance, weight, and friction and put your device to the test on our zipline in this fun dino-themed hands-on activity.

Location: The Tech Studio, Lower Level

Saturday 

Sunday & Monday

D(IY)no Art: Fossil Tracing

DIY some cool dino-art to take home with this family-friendly fossil tracing activity. Learn about different tracing techniques to make copies of fossils.

Location: Family Reading Area, Lower Level

Saturday 

Sunday & Monday

D(IY)no Art: Dino Egg Bath Bomb Lab

Make your very own dino egg bath bombs! $7 for non-members, $5 for members! This lab will take place upstairs in our South Science Lab and run for about 1 hour.  

*Note: It takes another 1 hour for Dino Eggs to dry and be ready to take home. 

Location: South Science Lab, Upper Level

Saturday, Aug. 31, 11:30 a.m. [SOLD OUT]
Saturday, Aug. 31, 2:30 p.m. [SOLD OUT]

Sunday, Sept. 1, 11:30 a.m.
Sunday, Sept. 1, 1 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 1, 2:30 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 2, 11:30 a.m.
Monday, Sept. 2, 2:30 p.m.

Roar & Tell: Fossils, fossils and more fossils!

Marvel at an extraordinary personal collection of fossils curated by a local paleontologist. Hear fascinating stories about how they were unearthed and what these artifacts can tell us about our planet’s history.

Location: Lower Level Atrium

Daily: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Ask a Paleontologist

Ever wondered about the secrets dinosaurs left behind? Dig into the fascinating world of paleontology with the acclaimed star of “T.REX,” Dr. Tyler Lyson!

Dr. Lyson is a vertebrate paleontologist who studies the extinction of the dinosaurs and helped the three young boys in the film understand and dig up their incredible discovery: a teenage T.Rex! He has spent his career conducting throughout the American West and has active field sites in North Dakota, Montana and Colorado. Tyler was born in North Dakota and has been doing paleontology fieldwork since he was in middle school.

Location: New Venture Hall

Saturday Only

Dino Fight Night

Illustrated by Ted Rechlin

T.Rex had a bite that could crush steel. Cryolophosaurus was adapted to hunting in the darkness of polar winter. They lived at different times, on different continents, but everyone wants to know … Who would win in a fight?

Join paleontologists Dr. Tyler Lyson and Dr. Nathan Smith who will throw down the secrets of these top predators and share stories of their ultimate expeditions of discovery.

This special screening of “T.REX” and dino throwdown will be moderated by graphic novelist Ted Rechlin and Annie Rechlin.

Attendees can also pick up a copy of Ted’s graphic novel that brings the G.O.A.T. — the Greatest Of All Tyrants — to the page, expanding on the story, science, and action of the “T.REX” film.

Tickets are $10 for members, $25 for non-members.

Saturday, 5 p.m., IMAX Dome Theater

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