The Dinosaur Park in Prince Georges County is open to the public the 1st & 3rd Sat. of the month 12-4 pm. Groups may call (301) 627-7755 to schedule visits at other times. Currently there is no charge.

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Peter Kranz

Dr. Peter Michael Kranz was born on Long Island, New York and began exploring the Dinosaur Hall of the American Museum of Natural History as soon as he could walk. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 1972. Dr. Kranz worked with museums, universities, and scientists throughout the world. He collected dinosaurs and fossils on every continent in the northern hemisphere. His time was occupied with various aspects of science education, including teaching at all levels from prekindergarten to graduate school, making video and audio products, building exhibits, doing television productions, writing, and appearing at the occasional dinosaur birthday party. Dr. Kranz passed in 2025 and will be greatly missed. He has passed his love for dinosaurs on to countless individuals through his outreach and work in paleontology. His impact, especially in the Washington metropolitan area, was immense. He was instrumental in establishing the Dinosaur Park in Laurel, MD, and establishing Capitalosaur Day, which will continue to introduce a new generation to paleontology.

Dinosaurs of the District of Columbia is now available at local bookstores.