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2 ABOUT THE EXHIBITION Living Dinosaurs is a comprehensive educational exhibition that takes visitors on an immersive journey to the past. Each dinosaur features life-like movements, colors, textures and sounds, delivering unique real life encounters with these massive creatures. Our collection of scientific experts designed the layout of Living Dinosaurs with careful consideration for even the smallest factual details. Illustrated displays and informational panels provide instructional and educational material for visitors of all ages.

3 CURATOR & ADVISORS Living Dinosaurs is curated by Argentinian paleontologist and natural scientist, Dr. Sebastian Apesteguia and Dr. Adrian Giacchino, Director of the Félix de Azara Foundation. The Félix de Azara Foundation of Natural History is a nongovernmental, non-profit organization with the aim of contributing to the conservation of nature and cultural heritage, the development of science, and the sustainable use of natural resources. Since it was founded in 2000, the Foundation has contributed more than fifty research and conservation projects, participated as an editor or sponsor for more than two hundred books and documentaries on science and nature, promoted the creation of nature reserves, worked in the rescue and management of wildlife, promoted research and dissemination of science information for private universities, assisted in the preparation of various environmental laws, organized conferences, courses and nearly one hundred lectures. Within a decade of its conception, the Foundation became synonymous with prestige, quality and excellence as a landmark institution for the development and dissemination of science and conservation of natural and cultural resources in Argentina.

CONTENT Comprehensive copy panels Different species of animatronic dinosaurs with full range of motion and scientifically accurate coloring and textures Flying and walking dinosaurs 3-D movie

4 CONTENT Comprehensive copy panels Different species of animatronic dinosaurs with full range of motion and scientifically accurate coloring and textures Flying and walking dinosaurs 3-D movie Animated film and audio/visual equipment Multimedia experiences Exhibit theme music Landscape backdrops and curtains LED lit curtains Sky and star effects Scenery including plants and trees Truss and structural elements Rustic railings and barricades

5 EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION Easy to understand educational information for all audiences. Training material for guides.

TOPICS We invite you to explore a world ruled by dinosaurs for 180 million years. Come face-to-face with incredible skeletons, terrifying predators, vicious carnivores, and peaceful herbivores.

6 TOPICS We invite you to explore a world ruled by dinosaurs for 180 million years. Come face-to-face with incredible skeletons, terrifying predators, vicious carnivores, and peaceful herbivores. You will also learn about dinosaurs everyday life including the important role of mother dinosaurs that worked hard to build nests and raise their offspring. Living Dinosaurs provides a unique view of these prehistoric creatures lives until their extinction 65 million years ago. This incredible interactive show is exciting, engaging, and educational for visitors of all ages.

KEY QUESTIONS ANSWERED What does dinosaur mean? What is their origin? What was their world like? When did the dinosaurs live? How are their remains preserved?

7 KEY QUESTIONS ANSWERED What does dinosaur mean? What is their origin? What was their world like? When did the dinosaurs live? How are their remains preserved? What color were they? What was their skin like? How did they take care of their young? What did they eat? What kinds of dinosaurs existed? What other prehistoric animals lived with the dinosaurs?

8 INTERACTIVES 3-D experience featuring a digitally animated film Photo opportunity Dinosaur rides Hands-on paleontology laboratory

GENERAL INFORMATION Space re quireme nts : 8,000 sf 15,000 sf * *smaller size exhibition also available Display Period: 3 12 months Included production materials : Dinosaurs, trusses, backdrops,

9 GENERAL INFORMATION Space re quireme nts : 8,000 sf 15,000 sf * *smaller size exhibition also available Display Period: 3 12 months Included production materials : Dinosaurs, trusses, backdrops, lighting, consoles, controllers, stage, 3-D cinema. Included media materials : Sample press release, high resolution artwork, curator and scientific support, activity guides, and training guides.

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The following courses can be adapted for either upper or lower KS2. They last approximately half a day.

The following courses can be adapted for either upper or lower KS2. They last approximately half a day. ecological Creations Key stage 2 Art and design to improve their mastery of art and design techniques,