Work Continues on the Stegosaurus

Work on mounting the Stegosaurus continues. The tail spikes are being put into place, the legs are being worked on, and the ribs are near completion.

Stop by the museum and take advantage of the incredible opportunity of watching this giant beast take shape. (general admission fees apply). Or better still, become a member and see the museum year round for one low membership fee.

Membership to The Prehistoric Museum also entitles you to admission to the Museum of Moab, invitations to special events and all gallery openings, discounts on gift shop purchases and much more. Memberships can be processed online at http://usueastern.edu/museum/involved/memberships.htm You can also stop by the museum for an application, or contact Claire Bennett, claire.bennett@usu.edu or (435) 613-5755.

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Chief Preparator, Carrie Herbel, working on the Stegosaurus tail spikes.

Volunteer, Ralph Escamilla, (inside the Stegosaurus) and Museum Director/Paleontologist, Dr. Ken Carpenter, work on the Stegosaurus leg.

Volunteer, Ralph Escamilla, welding on the Stegosaurus armature.

 

 

Volunteer, Ralph Escamilla, grinding metal for the Stegosaurus armature

Volunteer, Ralph Escamilla, heating and bending metal for the Stegosaurus armature