The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History proudly announces the expansion of its Frithiof Fossil Collection with the addition of a full-size cast of a Triceratops horridus skull. Visitors will recognize Triceratops from its recent appearance in the popular movie, Jurrasic World: Fallen Kingdom. The film features Triceratops in several important scenes, and a magnificent Triceratops skull plays an integral role in the conclusion of the movie.
These plant-eating dinosaurs had a narrow beak and shearing teeth to eat rough palm fronds and other fibrous plants. An adult Triceratops grew up to 30 feet in length and weighed more than 11,000 pounds (the average sedan weighs about 3,000 pounds).
One of the most well-known dinosaurs, the Triceratops is easily recognized by its three horns and large neck frill. Remains of Triceratops have only been found in parts of the United States and Canada. The Museum's specimen is cast from a skull found in the Hell Creek Formation, Montana.
The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History is committed to promoting science, and cultural and natural history with the integration of art in exhibits and educational programs. The Museum's summer hours are Monday-Saturday from 10am-5pm. For more information about displays, events, programs, and activities, contact the Museum at (979) 776-2195, visit them on the web at www.brazosvalleymuseum.org, or follow them on Facebook.
Regular Museum Admission fees: adults $5; seniors/students/children $4; members and children 3 and under are free. As a Blue Star Museum, the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History offers free admission to active duty military and their families through Labor Day.
