Dinosaures de Provence

This immersive exhibition offers a journey into the world of dinosaurs and Provence 73 million years ago, following in the footsteps of these giants, both large and small, exploring the work of paleontologists, the history of discoveries and depictions, and the environment of our region in the distant past.

Thanks to their rich collections, the museums of Marseille and Aix-en-Provence have joined forces to present a remarkable exhibition on a subject where scientific discoveries are constant and public interest is undeniable. The Aix-en-Provence region is known worldwide for its exceptional dinosaur egg deposits, but these are not the only remains left by these giants. Marseille houses internationally significant fossils collected by Philippe Matheron, the father of Provençal paleontology. As early as 1841, he began the study of the first dinosaur eggs ever discovered, as well as Rhabdodon, a small Cretaceous herbivore described in 1869. From that time through to the most recent excavations, our knowledge of the dinosaurs of Provence has continued to grow. The many eggs, bones, teeth and, most recently, footprints help us better understand how these animals lived before they became extinct 65 million years ago.

Exhibition designed and produced in partnership with the Aix-en-Provence Museum.

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► In the event of high winds, Parc Longchamp may have to close, preventing access to the museum. Please call the museum reception before setting out to check that it is open.

► To promote access to culture for everyone, the City of Marseille offers free admission to temporary exhibitions on their opening day and every first Sunday of the month.

► All visits and activities related to the exhibition are listed on the musees.marseille.fr website