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Great Plains Dinosaur Museum

Malta, MT

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Address: 405 North 1st St East Malta, Montana 59538 How do we get there? Number: 4066545300
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About this activity

We are the "real thing" - for dinosaurs and fossils.  

Located in Malta, Montana, we are surrounded by a rich land mas where some of the world's best preserved dinosaur fossiles have been discovered.  Our museum is a premier site on the Montana Dinosaur Trail and our exhibits feature a variety of real dinosaur skeletons that are curated in a natural setting to advance the visitor experience.  The Great Plains Dinosaur Museum (GPDM) also provides the opportunity for both youth and adults to explore, dig and excavate fossils with our staff and paleontologist parters in scheduled laboratory experiences and onsite dig programs.  

GPDM is guilded by a mission to curate and prepare paleontological resources for use in educational programs, scientific research and interactive displays in support of advancement of knowledge and the benefit of all people. 

We are located within Montana's Missouri River Country and a proud member of the Montana Dinosaur Trail.  If you are traveling by Amtrak, Malta is a great lay over site and the Museum is within walking distance of the train depot.  You will also want to visit the Phillips County Museum which has awesome dinosaur exhibits along with area historical items - they are adjacent to us and we share parking space.

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Directions

From Billings, Montana head north toward Roundup on highway 87 and continue to US 191 into Malta. It's a 200 mile trip but your will experience the best wide open spaces and vast skies Montana has to offer.

Traveling east or west, access US Highway 2 and traverse what is know as Montana's HiLIne. Malta is between Havre and Glasgow Montana and south of Swift Current Saskatchewan on Highway 4 through the Morgan Port of Entry.

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How much does it cost?

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Adults

$5 - age 13 and over

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Children

$3 ages 6-12, 5 and under are free.

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Discount

Military - retired and active member only are free.

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Free Under

5 and under

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Last Updates

2023

Great Plains Dinosaur Museum FAQ’s

The exterior of GPDM features life sized dinosaurs - don't miss a the photo opportunity. There is also picnic table and access to the Milk River and the Trafton Park Walking Trail.

Changing table in our rest room.

Malta boast the best Dairy Queen Brazier in Montana or try the famous "Wanda Burger" at Joe's In & Out. Strech's Pizza caters to families and Crossroad Deli is great for a quick healthy bite. The Tin Cup Bar & Grill has great salad and basket options with a beautiful view of the golf course and rolling hills to the north. If bar seating is okay, you will find great food at the Stockman's. The Hitchin Post is well known for their home style breakfasts and lunches and the Great Northern Hotel has a diverse menu and perhaps the best whisky rub steak around.

Blue Ridge Brewery is a great stop (don't miss Thursday Trivia) and the Lucky Bullet with Siding 54 Mexican specialties has a long list of beers on tap.

Of course - we have a gift store filled with dinosaurs and tshirts...

Educator's love GPDM - science and fun together. The Stordahl Education Exhibit is geared to young minds with a microscope and hands on exhibits.

Changing table in our rest room.

Just give us a call ahead of time and we will work to accamodate you. Our building is ADA accessible and some of our exhibits have braille text.

Please contact us about our dix and experience programs.

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