Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family brings the latest tyrannosaur discoveries to life, overturning preconceptions about these ferocious predators. The exhibition explores the most feared and revered of all dinosaurs in new and different ways.
The exhibition’s real and replica specimens are not only spectacular in scale and form, but also reveal some of the most significant discoveries in paleontology of the past decade. Tyrannosaurs offers visitors a look at rare and magnificent fossils, reconstructing the life-sized skeletons of these terrifying carnivores in unique ways.
Featuring three life-sized tyrannosaur skeletons, real fossil bones from one of the first T. rex skeletons, and a 30-foot tunnel where you can watch tyrannosaurs exploring modern-day Portland—you won’t want to miss this unique dinosaur exhibit.
Ticket Information
Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family + Museum Admission
Your museum admission ticket includes access to Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family and Staying Alive: Defenses of the Animal Kingdom!
Adult (14+) $19.00
Senior (63+) $16.00
Youth (3-13) $14.00
Infant (Under 3 years) Free
Ticket reservations required for all ages.
Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family Member Pricing
OMSI members receive complimentary admission to Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family and Staying Alive: Defenses of the Animal Kingdom !
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Your ticket also provides entry to OMSI’s permanent exhibit halls, including Turbine Hall, Science Playground, and the Natural Sciences Hall. For more in-depth science fun, be sure to check out one of OMSI’s four science labs.
Low Sensory Hours
Enjoy OMSI in a reduced-sensory experience. Learn more about upcoming Low Sensory Hour here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family is scheduled to be on view from March 2 through September 8, 2024. Regular hours are 9:30am-5:30pm Tuesday-Friday & Sunday. Saturday hours are 9:30am-7:00pm. Please see our What’s On Calendar for the most up-to-date information including special holiday and school break hours.
Individual visit times will vary, but most guests can anticipate spending 45 to 60 minutes viewing Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family. There is no time limit within the exhibit, and guests may enjoy it for as long as the museum is open.
Photography is allowed in Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family.
Food or drink are not permitted in the featured exhibit hall.
Yes. Strollers are permitted inside the exhibit.
Personal mobility devices are permitted in the exhibit; however, OMSI-provided electric carts are not permitted within the exhibition.