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Indiana Dinosaur Museum, South Bend, IN

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Indiana Dinosaur Museum

A South Bend museum with life-size dinosaur skeletons, fossils, interactive displays, and a hands-on fossil dig area.

7102 Lincolnway West, South Bend, IN 46628 · South Bend, IN

About Indiana Dinosaur Museum

The Indiana Dinosaur Museum in South Bend presents dinosaur exhibits, including full-size skeletons and replicas, alongside real fossils. Visitors can walk through the displays, try interactive exhibits, and dig for fossils in a dedicated area. The museum also offers guided tours, including a behind-the-scenes option for small groups, and a gift shop with fossils and dinosaur-themed items.

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