Dinosaurs Among Us

March 18, 2016 — January 2, 2017

Yutyrannus model featured in the Dinosaurs Among Us exhibition at the American Museum of Natural History.
D. Finnin/© AMNH
The evolution of life on Earth is full of amazing episodes.

But one story that really captures the imagination is the transition from the familiar, charismatic dinosaurs that dominated the planet for around 170 million years into a new, small, airborne form: birds.

The fossil record of this story grows richer by the day. So rich, in fact, that the boundary between the animals we call birds and the animals we traditionally called dinosaurs is now practically obsolete. In this special exhibition, visitors will discover how the dinosaurs’ extraordinary story continues today.

Explore the Museum's dinosaur resources. Find dinosaur facts, photos, games for kids, videos, and articles. 

Exhibition Highlights

Dinosaur Feathers to Bird Flight Dinosaur Nests, Eggs, and Babies Dinosaur Brains and Lungs Dinosaur Bones, Beaks, and Claws Resources for Educators: Dinosaurs Among Us From the Age of Dinosaurs to the Age of Birds Dinosaur Feathers

Dinosaurs Among Us is curated by Mark Norell, Macaulay Curator and Chair of the Division of Paleontology.

The Museum gratefully acknowledges the Richard and Karen LeFrak Exhibition and Education Fund.

Dinosaurs Among Us is proudly supported by Chase Private Client.

Additional support is generously provided by Dana and Virginia Randt.