Four T-Rex skulls in a row viewed from a profile
Dilong Tyrannosaur

Open October 11, 2025 through April 26, 2026

If you think you know T. Rex, think again!

The Tyrannosaurus Rex is only ONE type of Tyrannosaur. This family of ferocious predators comes in all shapes and sizes from around the globe, and some of them are new, like the crested Guanlong from China. Researchers are changing and challenging our understanding of the evolution of these iconic, well-loved dinosaurs every day.

In Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family, you can catch up on the latest knowledge about the “most feared and revered” of all dinosaurs. Learn about the most significant discoveries in paleontology over the last decade, experience the scale of these creatures, and have fun in an immersive, hands-on environment.

A roaring T. Rex

What you'll encounter in this exhibit:

  • Real tyrannosaur specimens 

  • Five complete tyrannosaur cast skeletons 

  • A life-sized Guanlong diorama, newly discovered, and one of the earliest tyrannosaurs

  • Hands-on fossil casts 

  • Large-scale projections of tyrannosaurs that allow you to stand alongside these amazing predators 

  • Interactive and educational games and screens

An exhibition created by the Australian Museum

Plan a Prehistoric Field Trip with the Exhibit Educator Guide

Enhance your group’s visit to Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family with this fun collection of multidisciplinary activities. Get to know the highlights of the exhibit, discover essential background information on dinosaurs, and get activities that ensure your students are making the most of their experience in the exhibit. Get ready to dig deep into the wonders of paleontology! 

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