Have you ever wondered if the science behind *Jurassic Park* could become a reality? If you’re a fan of dinosaurs, movies, or simply love discovering how science works, clear some space in your schedule because the Museum of Natural History and Environmental Culture will host a public talk on Jurassic Park that will answer one of pop culture’s most famous questions: Could we really bring a T-Rex or a Triceratops back to life?
More about the Jurassic Park talk at the Museum of Natural History
During this talk, experts will explore the scientific foundations that inspired the famous film franchise and explain how feasible it would be to bring extinct species back to life using current technology. From fossilized DNA to advances in genetics and molecular biology, you’ll learn which elements of the story are based on reality and which remain in the realm of fiction.
The event is designed for all ages and aims to make science accessible in an entertaining way, using one of the most popular dinosaur franchises as a starting point. It’s an excellent option for anyone looking for something different to do over the weekend or who wants to learn more about paleontology and genetics without needing any prior knowledge.
The Jurassic Park talk at the Museum of Natural History will take place in the Two Vaults Complex at the Museum of Natural History and Environmental Culture, one of the spaces dedicated to science outreach within the museum grounds.
📅 Saturday, July 25
📍 Two Vaults Complex at the Museum of Natural History and Environmental Culture
🕗 2:00 p.m.
💲 Free admission
If you grew up dreaming of visiting Jurassic Park or have always wanted to know if a dinosaur could walk the Earth again, this event promises to answer many of those questions with clear and accessible scientific explanations. In addition to discovering how close—or far—we are to bringing extinct species back to life, you’ll learn how science and cinema have influenced each other to spark the curiosity of millions of people about our planet’s past.
