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Sue the T.Rex Experience at Liberty Science Center

6/6/2021

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US Japan Fam reviews Sue the T.Rex Experience at Liberty Science Center
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post but all thoughts and opinions are my own and completely unbiased :)

We just got back from a full (hosted) day at the Liberty Science Center and had THE. BEST. TIME! For the full experience of the new dinosaur exhibit and see what the entire center has to offer from the largest planetarium in the western hemisphere to hot wheels exhibit and and so so soooo much fun for the kids (and adults!), be sure to watch our highlights video here, then keep reading for details on their latest exhibition, Sue the T-Rex Experience!
I've always been into dinosaurs, I mean, who isn't!? I've seen my fair share of fossils and full-size replicas but honestly, Sue the T.Rex Experience at Liberty Science Center is a completely different ball game and you will LOVE. IT!
US Japan Fam reviews Sue the T.Rex Experience at Liberty Science Center - large Tyrannosaurus rex fossil
Upon entering the exhibit, you immediately find yourself face to face with the huge and menacing Sue, named after the paleontologist who discovered the fossils during a commercial excavation trip in  South Dakota in 1990. Standing at 40 feet long and 13 feet tall at the hip, she is the most complete and best preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever found and has helped scientists learn more about T. rex than ever before... and now we can learn about her at Liberty Science Center!
US Japan Fam reviews Sue the T.Rex Experience at Liberty Science Center - dinosaur movie
They do a great light show on Sue, which is beautiful and educational - they highlight different bones as they talk about what each finding has revealed about her life, and death! This was fascinating, as well as the large movies they play on the opposite side of the room where you can watch daily life for her and other dinosaurs at the time, including some pretty action-packed fight scenes which my kids found especially captivating (me, too)!
US Japan Fam reviews Sue the T.Rex Experience at Liberty Science Center - replica
Another highlight was the life-size replica of Sue enjoying a tasty meal (see above right image) - you can see the bloody tooth marks on her prey, you can touch the skin, it's just really breath-taking and makes it feel so incredibly real! Just next to it you can even take a whiff of what they think her breath smelled like. WARNING: it's revolting!!!! Watch our video to see our hilarious reactions! But as with everything at LSC, it's a fun learning experience - we learn her breath would have smelled horrible, of rotting meat, because they had small gaps between the teeth where meat would get trapped, and obviously, they couldn't brush and floss LOL!
US Japan Fam reviews Sue the T.Rex Experience at Liberty Science Center - tricerotops
While large and in charge Sue dominates the exhibit, there are some other fossils and replicas to see and learn about, like the life-sized Triceratops (above right)! Give yourself at least a few hours (if not a full day) to explore this exhibit and the rest of the museum. It's a great family-friendly trip!!
TICKETS:
  • Adult General Admission $29.99 (buy online to save $2)
  • Child General Admission $22.99 (age 2-12), (buy online to save $2)
  • Planetarium shows and special exhibits like Sue the T. Rex Experience require an additional $8 ticket per add-on. 
  • Parking $7 per car or van.
US Japan Fam reviews Sue the T.Rex Experience at Liberty Science Center - our kids
PANDEMIC SAFETY:
We hadn't been to Liberty Science Center (or any indoor activities like it) since the time I now refer to as #PrePandemic, so I was very curious to see how things would be handled. Rest assured, we felt completely safe! They took the kids' temperatures upon entry to the science center, masks are required for ages 2+ (regardless of vaccination status), they kept exhibits to a low capacity with short lines outside so they could maintain safety without crowds, and the cafe is closed, however they do have limited spaced out indoor dining seating (outdoor as well) and if you find yourself in a pinch they also have some vending machines with drinks and snacks.
13 Comments
mimi link
6/7/2021 10:43:22 am

Omg such a fun experience! I definitely would love to go

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Donna L Holder
6/10/2021 06:19:00 pm

this is amazing

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Heather link
6/7/2021 12:41:46 pm

I wish we had something like this locally. My youngest would GO CRAZY! She loves all things dinosaurs!

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Ellen link
6/7/2021 07:58:39 pm

Wow! This looks like so much fun! I have some friends with kiddos visiting the area soon...I’ll definitely be sharing this idea!

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Marta link
6/7/2021 08:54:47 pm

Our son was our dino man. This looks like so much fun!

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Rosemary link
6/8/2021 09:30:20 am

Oh, wow, what a fun experience. I got a chance to see "Sue" in Chicago and it is was quite amazing. Awesome time.

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Normel
6/10/2021 03:16:49 pm

Looks like a lot of fun! My kid loves Dino’s. Will have to check it out

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Helga
6/11/2021 12:17:39 pm

That looks like a fun and fascinating exhibit for kids.

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tiffany cheung link
6/11/2021 01:06:45 pm

Haven't been to Liberty Science Center in awhile. Will need to plan a trip this summer, this Trex experience looks so fun, especially the light show part!

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Donna
6/11/2021 01:34:34 pm

This sounds awesome! My grandchildren would have so much fun at this exhibit.

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wen budro
6/13/2021 03:27:58 pm

That looks like an amazing exhibit activity for the whole family. I know a young one that adores all things dinosaur. He would love this science center.

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Nidhi C
6/13/2021 10:39:53 pm

Wow, looks like a fun experience not only for kids but for adults too.

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Amber Ludwig
8/17/2021 09:19:59 pm

I love love love that you can touch the skin! Kids are such tactile learners and something like the feeling of something can really stick with them! Such a great memory and experience!

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