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The Dinosaur Resource Center opened its doors in 2004, and has been a part of many amazing projects ever since. Read our story here. About Us The Dinosaur Resource Center was established in 2004 as part of Triebold Paleontology INC.. We offer a variety of museum related services including fossil mounting, molding and casting, 3D scanning and printing, traveling exhibits, and more. Come visit us at our museum, the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center in Woodland Park, Colorado, today. Our Story Mike Triebold founded his fossil collecting and exhibits company, Triebold Paleontology INC., in 1989 seven years after he began to seriously pursue fossil collecting. The company quickly became recognized as providing some of the highest quality prepared fossil specimens in the industry with exhibits created for institutions around the world. Since its founding, the company has rapidly expanded to offer everything from industry leading 3D scanning and printing services, traveling exhibits, and a giftshop division among other projects. In 2004 the Dinosaur Resource Center was opened in Woodland Park, Colorado, to provide a public showcase of TPI's work. 1982 Mike begins serious collecting fossils. 1989 Triebold Paleontology INC. is established as a fossil collecting and exhibits company. 1994 Mike discovered the first Pachycephalosaurus specimen with a body, with about 50% of the bones present. 2003 Mike discovered the world's first and only complete, intact skeleton of Protosphyraena pernicosa . 2004 The Dinosaur Resource Center is founded in Woodland Park, Colorado. 2006 Mike discovered the first Lancian mammal skeleton, Didelphodon . 2022 The TPI field team discovered a large juvenile T. rex specimen, dubbed Valerie. Featured In

The Dinosaur Resource Center operates our own small museum in Woodland Park, Colorado. Open 7 days a week, it's a great activity for all ages. The museum hosts field trips, birthday parties, and more. Visit today. Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center Hours OPEN YEAR ROUND, 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Saturday: 9 am to 6 pm Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center will be CLOSED on the following holidays: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Years Day Museum may close during adverse weather. Follow our Dinosaur Resource Center social media for updates. Admissions Seniors (65+): $12.00 Adults: $13.00 Children 5-12: $9.00 Children 4 and under: FREE * We offer a Military Discount of $1.00 off all above General Admission with current military ID. **Parties, Group, and Field Trip Pricing also available. PURCHASE TICKETS Upcoming Events

Dinosaur Resource Center offers a variety of paleontological exhibit related services including fossil replicas, mounting, exhibit design, and more. Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center Travel back in time at the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center -- a 12 , 000-square-foot world class museum dedicated to fossils from North America ' s Cretaceous Period including marine reptiles , pterosaurs and dinosaurs , located in the shadow of Pikes Peak -- Woodland Park , Colorado . Only 30 minutes west of Colorado Springs . The RMDRC is rated #2 for best dinosaur museums in the USA by America ' s Best and Top 10 . Hours OPEN YEAR ROUND, 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Saturday: 9 am to 6 pm Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm **Last entry time is 30 minutes before close** Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center will be CLOSED on the following holidays: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Years Day Museum may close during adverse weather. Follow the Dinosaur Resource Center on Facebook for updates. Admissions Seniors (65+): $12.00 Adults: $13.00 Children 5-12: $9.00 Children 4 and under: FREE * We offer a Military Discount of $1.00 off all above General Admission with current military ID. **Parties, Group, and Field Trip Pricing also available. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE world Class Tours During your visit enjoy a tour of the museum (included with admission) where you will learn about the fossil skeletons on display by one of our trained staff. The displays are supplemented with vibrant graphics and life restoration sculptures to help you visualize these fascinating animals and the environments in which they lived. EVENTS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY The Dinosaur Resource Center is constantly having a variety of hands-on and engaging events for the whole family to enjoy. Most events are free with paid admission. LIVE VIEWS OF A WORKING PALEONTOLOGY LAB Visitors can read the stories of each specimen and view a working fossil laboratory where important recently discovered specimens are being freed from their rock matrix and undergoing restoration. NEW DISCOVERIES MADE DAILY Every year members of our staff venture into the field to discover and excavate Cretaceous period fossils. We have made some remarkable discoveries such as the most complete Pteranodon specimen, the most complete Pachycephalosaurus specimen, and one of the largest Tylosaurs ever discovered, just to name a few. UPCOMING EVENTS Subscribe to get exclusive updates Email Thanks for subscribing! Join Our Mailing List

Get in touch with Dinosaur Resource Center today to learn about how we can help you upgrade your museum exhibits, or create new ones. Contact Address 201 S. Fairview St. Woodland Park, Colorado 80863 Contact Museum phone: 719-686-1820 Tour/Group/Birthday Parties: 719-394-3488. Sales or Donation Requests: custserv@rmdrc.com Museum Hours Open Year Round, 7 Days a Week Monday-Saturday: 9am-6pm Sunday: 10am-5pm Closed: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Years Day Museum may close during adverse weather. Follow our Dinosaur Resource Center social media for updates. Name* Email* Message Thanks for submitting! Send

Come visit the Dinosaur Resource Center Museum in Woodland Park, Colorado! Just visit, or we can host your field trip or birthday party too. Top of Page Birthday Parties Group Tours School Tours Senior Tours Hours OPEN YEAR ROUND, 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Saturday: 9 am to 6 pm Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm **Last entry time is 30 minutes before close** Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center will be CLOSED on the following holidays: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Years Day Museum may close during adverse weather. Follow our Dinosaur Resource Center social media for updates. Admissions Seniors (65+): $12.00 Adults: $13.00 Children 5-12: $9.00 Children 4 and under: FREE * We offer a Military Discount of $1.00 off all above General Admission with current military ID. **Parties, Group, and Field Trip Pricing also available. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE Birthday Parties Birthday Parties This is a birthday LIKE NO OTHER! For a small price, children and adults get to enjoy a party in the company of dinosaurs. Here’s how to get your party booked: Pick either the “Raptor Package” or the “T- Rex Package” below, then call us at 719-686-1820 x3488 to setup your date – the dinosaurs like to get a little cake now and then – come join us for an unforgettable day. Raptor Package: $180 (non-Members) / $165 (members) Museum Admission for 15 guests (includes adults & children) Any children 2 and younger who are NOT participating in the birthday celebration will be free of charge. $6.00 for any additional guests 45 minute interactive tour based on age 45-60 minutes for celebration in atrium for party Tables, chairs, and decorations Safari hat for Birthday child Admission to the museum on the day of the party for paid guests One free group dino photo Name displayed on LED sign outside of museum T. rex Package: $260 (non-Members) / $240 (Members) Includes all of the Raptor Package plus: $10.00 for any additional guests Treat Bags for each child $10 Gift Card for Birthday child Dinosaur-themed cake and drinks (juice boxes) Tables, chairs, and decorations included (tablecloths, balloons & birthday banner) Safari Hat for Birthday child Cups, plates, forks and napkins Admission to the museum on the day of the party for paid guests 10% Discount off ALL Prehistoric Paradise store purchases (for birthday child only – no other discounts apply) One free group dino photo Name displayed on LED sign outside of museum Please Note: A $50.00 deposit is required for all parties. The $50.00 will be applied to the birthday party package price at the time of payment. The $50.00 deposit will be non-refundable if cancellation is later then a week before the party date. The BEST place around to host your Birthday Party – under the dinosaurs!! Group Tours Group Tours To schedule a Group Tour, please call 719-686-1820 ext 3488. Tours must be scheduled at least 1 week in advance. Admission prices for groups of 10 or more: Adults: $9.00 Children 5 – 12: $6.00 4 and under: $3.50 One adult per 10 children accompanying children groups is FREE. Each additional adult will pay adult group rate. Large groups will be split up into smaller groups of 20-25 and last approximately 2 hours after which the group may re-visit the exhibit areas at their leisure. Transportation drivers are entitled to complimentary admission. School Tours School Tours With over 30 specimens and a number of hands on exhibits, your class will be given the latest dinosaur information from the people who find them! To schedule a School Tour, please call 719-686-1820 x3488. School Tour must be scheduled at least 1 week in advance. School Tours Pricing: Students Over 5 yrs Old: $6.00 each Students Under 5 yrs Old: $3.50 Additional Adults: $9.00 each Chaperones: 1 free adult per 10 students and transportation drivers are free. Guided tour lasts approximately 1 hour and includes: Explore our fabulous dinosaur exhibits, Understand what a Paleontologist does, Discover how fossils are formed and preserved, Identify what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur, Learn where fossils are found, See what lived in the oceans 65 million years ago. And see fossils prepared in our lab! Teachers can download a pre-tour packet that includes dinosaur and museum background information, pre-tour teacher activity guides with student activities for all ages All students and teachers are welcome to shop in the Prehistoric Paradise Gift Store following the tour. We ask that only 8 students at a time shop. The gift store has many items starting at 50 cents and up. Pre-tour Resource Downloads: Pre-tour guide Dinosaur Nametags Senior Tours Senior Tours Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center has designed a museum group tour experience specifically tailored for adults and individuals of retirement age. This is an excellent opportunity for learning and social interaction. Adult Group Tour Pricing: Minimum of 10 people $9.00 per person Included in your tour: Free RMDRC newsletter and learning resources Short video in our theater Guided gallery tour with an experienced Visitor Experience Guide Interactive learning opportunities with hands-on activities Your tour experience includes opportunities to: Hear about new theories and information in the field of paleontology Explore our incredible dinosaur exhibits Discover how fossils are formed View a working paleo lab See what lived in the ocean 65 million years ago Learn about casting and molding of fossils And more! Tour members can explore the museum at their leisure after the tour and are welcome to shop in the Prehistoric Paradise gift store. The museum recommends afternoon visits Monday – Friday and morning visits on the weekends for adult groups that prefer a more quiet experience. To schedule a tour, please call 719-686-1820 x3488 at least 1 week in advance.

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