Dino Dig

Muti-cultural children in brightly colored shirts digging for replica dinosaur fossils, with brushes in the outdoor Dino Dig area at the Putnam Museum.

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Step Outside and Into The Past

PLEASE NOTE: Dino Dig is outdoors and weather dependent.

Are you ready to unleash your inner paleontologist? Look no further than our outdoor dino dig park! Get your hands dirty as you dig for replica bones and experience the thrill of excavating prehistoric treasures.

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of dinosaurs. Our dino dig park offers a unique opportunity for both kids and adults to learn about the fascinating field of paleontology. Equipped with brushes, and other essential tools, you’ll feel like a real scientist as you carefully uncover and unearth replica bones.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the thrill of paleontology firsthand. Visit our outdoor dino dig park at the Putnam Museum and embark on a journey back in time.

Look Forward to Dino Days

Plan to join us August 15 through 16, 2026 for our annual Dino Days event. This exciting event is a must-see for dinosaur enthusiasts, especially for our younger visitors. Join us for a fun-filled day of prehistoric adventure and discovery.

Our exhibits and activities will transport you back in time to the age of the dinosaurs. Meet a real paleontologist, interact with life-sized dinosaur puppets, catch a dinosaur movie and so much more! Mark your calendars for August 2026!

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The Putnam Museum is

CLOSED FOR FIRST LEGO LEAGUE

We will be closed today, Saturday Dec 13 and Sunday, Dec 14 for a private event. Join us Monday for regular hours.

Please Note: The Museum & Science Center will be closed today due to inclement weather

We will resume normal hours on Sunday (11/30). Thank you for your patience, understanding and continued support!

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