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Dinosaur Museum is Located on Hwy 16 Next to Reptile Gardens, Mt. Rushmore Rd

OPEN FOR 2025 !!
The Museum will be Open Sat & Sun
(March 1st & 2nd)
Hrs will be ... 10:30 am - 5:00 pm (Last Ticket Sold at 4:30 pm)

March 13 to April 6, Museum will be Open 7 Days a Week for Spring Break !
*We are installing additional heaters the week of March 3rd
(The museum will only be open on weekends until Spring Break Season which is Mid March)

*There will be no restrooms available until March 7th when Open Hrs/Days are increased for Spring Break Season.
  • ​Dogs are welcome in the museum! (they must remain on a leash)​
  • Go to "Hours of Operation" to check our hours for the dates you are visiting.
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Current Rates & Discounts: Click here to visit our discounts page!
**Coupons are offered at random, usually in early & late season**
We always offer discounts for:
large families, Groups, Military, 1st Responders, Seniors, Children, etc...)

  • Our season typically runs from March 1st to early December
    •  (early spring & late fall hours are weather dependent)
      • We are open EVERY DAY from Memorial Day to Labor Day!
      • Hours are reduced in the fall​
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Summer Hours: The museum is open 9 am - 7 pm EVERY DAY May 1 - Sept 15
*Please visit Hours of Operation Page for Planning your trip

Our Museum has real Fossils from the Black Hills Region, life-size dinosaur recreations, replicas, and fun activities for families.

We look forward to seeing you on your next trip to South Dakota!
For Admission Prices, click here.

Look Out for T-Rex on Your Way to Mt. Rushmore!

If you're headed towards Mt. Rushmore on Highway 16, you can't miss the 40 ft tall T-Rex between Reptile Gardens and Rushmore Candy Company.

See What Living Dinosaurs Looked Like

While most museums only display fossils and skeleton replicas, we ALSO have the most realistic models of full-size dinosaurs to get an idea of what they looked liked million​s of years ago!
PLEASE READ:
By entering our building, every visitor and party leader agrees to all of our rules and policy. Parents and guardians are responsible for all pets, minors, and children in their party. It is as simple as NOT running and STAYING within the visitor walking areas. Follow these simple rules and everyone will have a fun & safe experience!

You can find specific rules, safety guidelines, and our visitor policy here:
RULES & MUSEUM POLICY (CLICK HERE)