Vero Beach, Fla., 2016-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — McKee Botanical Garden is pleased to announce that Roar of the Dinosaur, featuring the life-sized creations of well-known fossil collector Guy Darrough, will be on display at the Garden beginning February 2, 2016. McKee Botanical Garden.
Roar of the Dinosaur offers a realistic glimpse into the prehistoric world, allowing visitors to experience what life was like millions of years ago when dinosaurs roamed the earth. The exhibit will feature 14 life-sized installations positioned throughout the Garden, where the massive creations will appear right at home nestled among McKee’s native plants and jungle-like landscape. Dinosaurs will range in size from 14-inch Sordes to a massive 33-ft. Daspletosaur, each one carefully crafted for authenticity. The exhibit will also include plants representative of the prehistoric time period as well as a Dino Dig Site where children will be able to unearth hidden dinosaur bones. Interpretive signage containing facts about the dinosaur species will accompany each display.
Roar of the Dinosaur incorporates sculptures from the highly successful Original Dinosaur Invasion, which took McKee visitors by storm in 2007 and Return of the Dinosaur Invasion which appeared at the Garden during its 2009-2010 season. In addition, Roar of the Dinosaur will feature four sculptures never-before-seen at McKee.
“Dinosaurs are truly fascinating creatures, and we are thrilled to welcome back Guy Darrough’s life-like creations for this family-friendly exhibit,” stated McKee Botanical Garden Executive Director Christine Hobart. “Roar of the Dinosaur will inspire a new generation of paleontologists, and provide a unique and engaging way for our visitors to learn more about these prehistoric giants.”
Roar of the Dinosaur will be on exhibit at McKee Botanical Garden February 2 through May 1, 2016.
About Guy Darrough
Guy Darrough is a self-taught and highly accomplished fossil collector, fossil preparation expert, and illustrator who has worked in paleontology and related fields for 40 years. He has collected and studied fossils in Canada, Morocco, and many parts of the U.S. Guy’s accomplishments include amassing a premiere collection of Missouri fossils, making significant discoveries in Paleontology (including the discovery of a wide variety of Cambrian and lower Ordovician fossil animals previously unknown to paleontologists) and co-authoring in the Journal of Paleontology. He is the founder of Lost World Studios, which specializes in the construction and fabrication of prehistoric exhibits and related subjects. These exhibits combine life-like recreations of prehistoric animals with living plants and other creatures to provide a truly realistic experience. For more information, please visit www.lostworldstudios.com.
About McKee Botanical Garden
McKee Botanical Garden is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to nurture and enhance a historic garden in a unique tropical setting for the education, enjoyment and enrichment of all. McKee Botanical Garden is located at 350 US Highway 1 in Vero Beach. Admission rates are $12 adults, $11 seniors and $8 children ages 3 to 12. Admission is free for members and children under 3. Hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. andSunday, noon to 5 p.m. The Garden is closed Mondays. For more information call 772-794-0601 or visit www.mckeegarden.org.
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Contact:
Connie Cotherman
McKee Botanical Garden
350 US Highway 1
Vero Beach, Fla. 32962
772-794-0601
www.mckeegarden.org
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VisitFlorida: McKee Botanical Garden to host Guy Darrough’s Roar of the Dinosaur exhibit beginning February 2, 2016