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‘Indiana Jones Of Paleontology’ To Open Science Center For Teens In Washington Park
‘Indiana Jones Of Paleontology’ To Open Science Center For Teens In Washington Park
April 15, 2026 • Block Club Chicago

University of Chicago professor Paul Sereno hopes his space, Scitopia Chicago, inspires the next generation of scientists.

U. of C. paleontologist announces plans for Washington Park science center focused on teen education
U. of C. paleontologist announces plans for Washington Park science center focused on teen education
April 15, 2026 • Chicago Tribune

Sereno, a longtime scholar who has been called the “Indiana Jones of paleontology” for his discoveries of new dinosaur species, explained that the goal of the center is to invite teens from across the city inside to learn, create and connect with peers.

New educational science space, Scitopia Chicago, planned for Washington Park
New educational science space, Scitopia Chicago, planned for Washington Park
April 14, 2026 • FOX 32 Chicago

Scitopia Chicago — a brand-new science education center and destination — was announced Tuesday during an event at the University of Chicago Fossil Lab in Washington Park.