Carpenter Hall
DINOSAURS! Open Now – December 6th, 2026
Uncover the past and discover the world as it was when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. See each animatronic dino in its natural habitat, learn where they lived, what they ate, and how big they really were.
DINOSAURS! have returned to Catawba Science Center
Join us for a whole year of prehistoric adventure and fossil fun! Carpenter Hall has been transformed into a world of giants with 16 life-size dinosaurs filling the space with lights and sounds designed to elevate your experience.
Our dig pit, "David Digs", features a unique experience for fossil hunters of all ages. Uncover bones, learn excavation techniques, and experience what it's like to be a real paleontologist.
Entry to DINOSAURS! is included with your general admission to Catawba Science Center. CSC Members can visit anytime FREE!
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IMMOTION VR Add-On
Upgrade your visit with an immersive VR experience
16 Life-Size Dinosaurs
Walk among giants with lights, sounds, and prehistoric atmosphere
David Digs Dig Pit
Hands-on fossil excavation for paleontologists of all ages
Step into another world...
NEW! VR Experience with IMMOTION
IMMOTION VR is a unique bonus experience not included in general admission. Choose from two incredible adventures! Members: $5 | Non-Members: $7
Dinosaur Evolution
Step back 66 million years and journey through the final chapter of the age of dinosaurs. Witness feathered raptors on the hunt, armored giants defending their turf, and the mighty T. rex at the top of the food chain. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science reveal how evolution shaped the dinosaurs and how birds, their modern-day descendants, continue their legacy!
Shark Dive
Experience the intricate behaviors of tiger and hammerhead sharks closer than ever before in this breathtaking adventure within the crystal-clear waters of the Bahamas. Then visit our aquarium for an up close encounter with real sharks!
Jinxed
Are you brave enough for Jinxed? The immersive haunted house experience...Jinxed VR experience contains jump scares, startling sounds, that some guests under the age of 8 years old might find frightening. We recommend parents or guardians use their best judgement for younger or easily scared guests. Viewer discretion is advised...
Skip the Line with a VR Punch Card!
Find Carpenter Hall
The DINOSAURS! exhibit is located in Carpenter Hall just inside the North Lobby of the Main Arts & Science building. Enter on the North side of the SALT Block campus facing the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library.
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Questions About the Exhibit?
Contact our Exhibit Office for details about DINOSAURS! and upcoming featured exhibits.