The Dinosaur Place
The Dinosaur Place is an interactive earth science adventure for the whole family.
1650 Route 85
Montville, CT 06370
860-443-GEMS
At the Nature's Art Center search for gems, gold and dinosaur bones, view minerals and crystals from around the world, and shop for jewelry, educational toys and gifts. At Dinosaur Crossings you can encounter 25 life-size dinosaurs, enjoy 1 ½ miles of walking trails, and relax in a scenic picnic area. Also enjoy Monty's Splashpad a fully automated, zero-depth playground, and Monty's Playground which has age appropriate playscapes for the whole family.
Visit The Dinosaur Place website
Hours:
Open 10am – 6pm rain or shine!
Admission:
Spring Season - April 14 to June14
$9.00 ages 2-59
$8.00 ages 60+
Father's Day to Labor Day
$18.00 ages 2-59
$14.00 ages 60+
Fall Season - Sept. 4 to Oct. 28
Plus weekends only in November
$9.00 ages 2-59
$8.00 ages 60+
Directions:
From Route 2 (Hartford Area) : Take Route 2 East until Exit 19, Route 11. Take Route 11 South until the end, Route 82. Turn Left on 82. Follow to Route 85. Turn Right, Dinosaur Crossing is 3 ½ miles on your right.
From 1-395 (Norwich Area): Take 1-395 South until Exit 77, Route 85. Turn Right onto 85, travel for 6 miles, Dinosaur Crossing will be on your left.
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