Step back in time 290 million years to the age before the dinosaurs. Explore vivid artwork, mounted skeletons and life-sized models of a giant saber-toothed predator, whorl-toothed shark, and many other bizarre creatures that dominated life on land and sea before the most devastating mass extinction the world has ever known.
At the member-exclusive preview, discover the weird and wonderful life of the Permian, including sail backs, saw jaws and boomerang heads with Dr. Christian Kammerer, Research Curator of Paleontology. Then, enjoy a sneak peek of Life Before Dinosaurs: The Permian Monsters special exhibition before it opens to the public on May 14.
Lecture begins at 6pm in the WRAL 3D Theater. Exhibition open 7–9pm.
Current membership and preregistration required. Recommended for ages 10+, but all ages welcome. Not a member yet? Join today!
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