Over 1.5 miles of dinosaur-filled nature trails wrapping around a scenic lake.
Stroll through over 1.5 miles of dinosaur-filled nature trails wrapping around a scenic lake. Learn about unusual dinosaurs and examine fossils!
Interactive educational park for the whole family.
Interactive educational park that is fun and welcoming place for children to learn about our prehistoric past and showcase the art of nature’s creation.
Nov. 29 – Jan. 4
Open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
4 – 8 pm
Upgraded 2 1/2s-story playscape with dozens of features! Ages 2 – 11. Socks are required.
Nov. 29 – Jan. 4
Open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
4 – 8 pm
Upgraded 2 1/2s-story playscape with dozens of features! Ages 2 – 11. Socks are required.
Closed for the season! See you in 2026
Closed for the season! See you in 2026
Zero-Depth Water Playground that offers a dynamic, exciting, and safe environment for every member of your family.
Closed for the season! See you in 2026
Closed for the season! See you in 2026
There are other fun activities for families in Southeastern Connecticut – but how many require you to slide through the giant mouth of a Tyrannosaurus rex to escape?
Opening: Friday, April 3rd
25 Years & Roaring Strong!
We’re hiring for the 2026 summer season, and we want you to join the team at The Dinosaur Place!
OPEN INTERVIEW DAY
• Saturday, March 14th 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Where: The Shops (big white building next to The Dinosaur Place)
How to join the fun:
1. Fill out the application on our website:
https://bit.ly/4d7OgaN
2. Print it and bring it with you.
3. Just let the team at the counter at The Shops know you’re here for an Open Interview, and we’ll take it from there!
Let’s make this the best summer yet
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The Dinosaur Trails
See you on April 3rd!
T-Rex Tower
See you on April 3rd!
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
Weather Permitting
Socks are required
Splash Pad
Opens Friday, May 22
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
Weather Permitting
Slip-resistant footwear is required
A-MAZE-asaurus
See you on April 3rd!
Lapilli Landing
See you on April 3rd!
Our goal is to make sure you all had a roaring good time!
We warmly welcome service animals in the park, but please note that as much as we love our furry friends, pets are not permitted on the premises.
Indoor activities at Discovery Depot & Copper Creek Mini Golf are NOT part of the park and tickets are purchased at the door only!
GOT A GIFT CARD? Please use it to purchase tickets at the gates in person.
Gift Cards Available!
They can be used any where in Nature’s Arts Village and especially can be used towards entrance fees into the dinosaur park.