lunch + learn: "Deino" Bites

with Dr. Stephanie Drumheller-Horton

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

12:15 PM

Members: FREE
Non-Members: Regular Admission

THINK DINOSAURS WERE ALWAYS TOP OF THE FOOD CHAIN? THINK AGAIN!

Dive into the fascinating world of crocodilian evolution with Dr. Stephanie Drumheller-Horton! Uncover details about changing snouts, modern crocodile diets, and jaw-dropping evidence of ancient giants, like Deinosuchus, now on display in our Fossil Gallery, chowing down on dinosaur meat.

STAY + EXPLORE!

Stick around after and test your paleontology skills with our tooth match game. Plus, create your own fossil rubbing to take home!

+ specimen id

Have a mystery in your collection? Bring your favorite rock and fossil finds to the museum to finally learn what they are!

Curator Ryan Roney and our team of trained Tellus volunteers will be on-hand from 10 AM – 12 PM and 1 – 4 PM to examine your specimens and help you identify your prehistoric or geologic treasures.

Please Note: While we love helping you discover the science behind your finds, we are unable to provide monetary appraisals or valuations.

The Lunch + Learn lecture begins at 12:15 PM. No outside food is allowed but you are welcome to buy lunch in the Café and bring it into the lecture, or just come hear the lecture. All Lunch + Learns are FREE for members and included in regular admission for non-members. Presentations are recommended for ages 8 and up, unless otherwise indicated.

From fossils to stars, Lunch and Learn features a wide variety of topics.