I feel confident in saying that Kansas is home to some of the most talented people in the world… in fact, it seems that almost anywhere you go, you are bound to run into some sort of artist, writer, musician, etc. In the case of today’s feature, however, we are discussing a unique local artist and his underrated sculpture collection that is the Erie Dinosaur Park.
Originally known as the Dinosaur Not So National Park, these elaborate prehistoric sculptures were at one time housed in the backyard of native Kansan Robert Dorris.
Erie Dinosaur Park Facebook After retiring from a successful career as an Air Force engineer, Dorris began creating these elaborate works of art from junk metal he found.
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The Dorris’s were beloved members of the Erie community and were well known for opening their backyard to the many admirers of Robert’s talent, even after his passing in 2007.
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Erie Dinosaur Park Facebook Can you see why Erie Dinosaur Park would be such a popular spot for field trips?!
Since the park is still relatively new (and is run by donations and volunteers), there is still much work to be done to ensure it remains part of the community for years to come.
Erie Dinosaur Park Facebook Fortunately, these goals are being met in part by generous donors who have been given the opportunity to “adopt” a dinosaur of their own!
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In 2014, the collection was donated to the Town of Erie and has since been housed at the memorable Erie Dinosaur Park, which is open the second Saturday and third Sunday of each month.
Erie Dinosaur Park Facebook
Erie Dinosaur Park Facebook
After retiring from a successful career as an Air Force engineer, Dorris began creating these elaborate works of art from junk metal he found.
Can you see why Erie Dinosaur Park would be such a popular spot for field trips?!
Fortunately, these goals are being met in part by generous donors who have been given the opportunity to “adopt” a dinosaur of their own!
For more information about the dinosaurs, the life and legacy of Robert Dorris, or getting involved with Erie Dinosaur Park, be sure to visit their website.
Want to check out some more quirky (and sometimes downright strange) Kansas attractions? Click on Here Are The 12 Weirdest Places You Can Possibly Go In Kansas!
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