Dinosaurs Live! Returns to Heard Museum

Jul 31, 2025 08:36AM ● By Bernice Butler

The 18th annual Dinosaurs Live! Life-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs exhibit runs August 31 through February 17, 2025, at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, in McKinney.

Visitors will encounter 11 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, including favorites like Tyrannosaurus rex and Pachyrhinosaurus, nestled along a scenic half-mile nature trail. Designed to educate and entertain, the trail offers realistic dinosaur movement and sound effects that bring prehistoric times to life.

Families can enjoy interactive elements, including photo-op dinosaurs, a baby dino play area, and a hands-on outdoor fossil dig that encourages discovery and curiosity in aspiring young paleontologists. The trail is jogging stroller–friendly and offers an ideal mix of outdoor activity, STEM learning and imaginative fun.

The exhibit is included with general museum admission and is free for Heard Museum members. Dinosaurs Live! is open during regular hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, and is sponsored by NBC5.

Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary is located at 1 Nature Place in McKinney.

For more information, visit HeardMuseum.org/Dinosaurs-Live.

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