WASHINGTON DC, United States — The old Dinosaur Hall in the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, as it appeared before its closure in April 2014 for a complete overhaul and renovation. The exhibit featured various dinosaur skeletons and fossil displays, showcasing the museum's extensive paleontological collection in its original presentation before the modernization project.
Photograph by David Coleman. The Dinosaur Hall at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington, , was a beloved and iconic exhibit for decades before its closure in April 2014. This hall, part of the museum's fossil collection, housed an impressive array of dinosaur skeletons and other prehistoric life forms. The exhibit featured notable specimens such as the Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Stegosaurus, among others. The original layout, which had remained largely unchanged since the 1980s, presented fossils in a traditional manner, with skeletons arranged in static poses and accompanied by informational plaques. The hall was known for its imposing central display of large dinosaur skeletons, which served as a focal point for visitors. The decision to renovate the hall was part of a larger effort to update the museum's exhibits with current scientific knowledge and modern display techniques. The renovation, which took five years and cost $110 million, aimed to incorporate the latest paleontological research and provide a more immersive and interactive experience for visitors.
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Location: Smithsonian Natural History Museum, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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