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What happened to Seattle’s dinosaurs at the Pacific Science Center?
The Seattle Times • • science
Key Points:
- The Pacific Science Center in Seattle has removed its iconic triceratops and stegosaurus fiberglass sculptures after 35 years due to safety concerns and ongoing renovations, marking the end of an era for the museum's dinosaur displays.
- Originally designed in 1968 for a now-defunct dinosaur park, the sculptures were donated to PacSci in 1991 and became beloved symbols for generations of local children and families.
- The museum had previously closed its main dinosaur exhibit, "A Journey Through Time," in 2023 due to high repair costs, auctioning off some pieces, but this recent removal was done quietly without public farewell events.
- Visitors and former patrons, like R.B. Wick, expressed sadness over the loss, emphasizing the dinosaurs' role in inspiring childhood curiosity and advocating for the return of dinosaur exhibits at PacSci.
- Efforts to preserve the exhibit's legacy continue, including a virtual tour project by Caleb Riston, who captured panoramic photos of the exhibit to create a free digital time capsule for future generations.
