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Arizona Museum of Natural History

Neighborhood: Mesa

53 N. Macdonald St., AZ, 85201 Map It
480-644-2230

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In more than 40 exhibits ranging from murals and skeletal reconstructions to three animated models (Tyrannosaurus rex, Pentaceratops and Stegosaurus), dinosaurs are showcased in the “Dinosaur Mountain” exhibition, roaring, snarling and devouring each other. The facility features a variety of changing exhibitions, many science-related.

Best Of Phoenix® Awards
  • 2012 Best Place to See a Dinosaur
  • 2011 Best Place to Dig Dinosaurs
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