Near Laurel in Prince George's County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Welcome to Dinosaur Park
This Astrodon femur (thigh bone) was discovered right here at Dinosaur Park. It is the largest dinosaur bone ever found in the eastern United States.
The Astrodon femur is just one of thousands of animal and plant fossils that have been found at the Park. During Open Houses, visitors of all ages can take part in the process of scientific discovery.
Free Open Houses:
1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month
12 noon to 4 PM
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The Norden family discovered the Astrodon femur in 1991.
Erected by Maryland-National Capital Parks and Planning Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Paleontology • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1991.
Location. 39° 4.246′ N, 76° 52.131′ W. Marker is near Laurel, Maryland, in Prince George's County. Marker is on Mid Atlantic Boulevard, 0.4 miles south of Contee Road when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 13100 Mid Atlantic Blvd, Laurel MD 20708, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Meet Astrodon johnstoni (here, next to this marker); The Dinosaurs of Dinosaur Park
this page online
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), December 11, 2021
2. Welcome to Dinosaur Park Marker
The gate features a reproduction image of the Astrodon femur.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 11, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 11, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 109 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 11, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
