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This event is in the past.It took place on January 2, 2026 at Cranbrook Institute of Science.

Permian Monsters: Life before the Dinosaurs 1
History Exhibition
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Permian Monsters: Life before the Dinosaurs 3
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Permian Monsters: Life before the Dinosaurs

Bloomfield Hills

Before T-Rex, there was Inostrancevia—a saber-toothed predator the size of a bear. This exhibit brings the Permian period to life with fossilized skeletons, full-scale models, and interactive dig pits where you can hunt for ancient fossils yourself.

Prehistoric creatures
Family-friendly
Interactive exhibits
Natural history

Tips

⏱️three hours is enough to see everything
🔭visit Friday night for observatory access

Cranbrook Institute of Science

1 Institute Way, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304, USA

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