Dinosaurs retiring

The Pacific Science Center's animatronic dinosaurs are retiring after 40 years of service due to high repair costs.

“After nearly 40 years of faithful service, our dinosaur exhibits require increasingly costly maintenance and repairs that exceed their educational value”

Closure timeline

The center will close from Sept 2 through Oct 10 for facilities maintenance and reorganization.

Dino decommissioning

All but one of the 11 giant reptiles will be decommissioned, with the T. rex remaining functional.

Dino construction

The dinosaurs were fabricated in 1986 using silicone and foam latex over steel frames that degrade over time.

Dino lifespan

The dinosaurs have an expected lifespan of 15 years but have been kept alive for nearly 40 years with repairs.

Dino retirement

The center plans to replace the dinosaurs with immersive and interactive experiences and programming.

Dino farewell

A 21-plus 'Farewell, Dinos' party will be held on Aug 21 for the retiring dinosaurs.

Dino sale

Only the allosaurus is in sellable condition, with other dinosaurs too damaged to move or sell.

Dino future

The center will reopen Oct 11 with a new spider exhibit in Building 4 and other facilities open for evening performances.