Greensboro Science Center Announces a Two-Week Delay in Opening Revolution Ridge

The Greensboro Science Center (GSC) has announced that the grand opening of Revolution Ridge, the expansion of its current zoological park, is moving from May 21 to June 4, 2021. A GSC member-only preview is scheduled for June 3.

Construction delays, slowed material acquisitions and labor force challenges associated with COVID-19 have added to the complexity of what GSC Executive Director, Glenn Dobrogosz, calls an already complex project. 

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Revolution Ridge opens June 4, 2021

Dobrogosz says, “The GSC Board of Directors and staff are in full agreement that a two-week delay in opening will ensure the greatest wow-factor and bang-for-your-buck for our guests – as well as the best experience for animal acclimation, which is critical to the welfare of these individuals. Time for animals to explore their new habitats prior to the arrival of guests allows keepers time to assess nutritional, enrichment, safety and management practices within the new spaces.”

Upon the completion of construction and the departure of contractors from the site, the GSC’s Animal Care team will begin the process of animal relocation and acclimation. Additionally, Dobrogosz says zoo expansion completion requires high-quality educational graphics, donor graphics, established lawn and gardens and basic guest amenities like benches, picnic tables, way-finding and shade structures. 

“Given the severe impacts of COVID-19 on our local, state, national and global tourism industry, in the greater scheme of things, we are fortunate that this is only a two-week delay,” Dobrogosz says. “Our dedicated team has adjusted, pivoted and adapted to change so many times this past year, these extra two weeks will allow for a little breathing room and ensure that we can provide what the GSC has become known for – high-quality, innovative and diverse learning experiences for all guests.”

“I want to thank the entire community for your patience. Opening Revolution Ridge prior to the Memorial Day weekend has always been the plan. However, opening it on June 4, the day after Guilford County schools let out, will hopefully offer families an exciting opportunity to begin their summer with an educational bang.” 

The date and time for Wings and Wild Things, the GSC’s “First-Look” at Revolution Ridge event for donors, sponsors and community leaders will still take place on Friday, May 14 from 5:30 to 9:00 pm. Tickets are expected to sell out for this limited-capacity gathering. 

Kiwanisaurus Treehouse Adventure Opens April 22

The Kiwanisaurus Treehouse Adventure will open at the Greensboro Science Center (GSC) on April, 22, 2021. A GSC member-only preview will take place from 9:00 a.m. – noon, after which the area will be open to all GSC guests. Admission to this new outdoor play space is included with general admission and/or membership.

Kiwanisaurus Treehouse Adventure

The Kiwanisaurus Treehouse Adventure is made up of 4 treehouses and 4 crow’s nests, interconnected by a series of bridges, net climbing structures, hoops, logs, and steps. Guests are encouraged to explore the ecosystem around them and discover local wildlife as they climb. The largest treehouses and a deck are ADA accessible.

Life-size dinosaur replicas located on the hillside beneath the walkways invite guests to come to eye to eye with some of the biggest stars of the prehistoric past, including Triceratops, T. rex, Spinosaurus and Apatosaurus.

Martha Regester, the GSC’s VP of Education, says, “The pandemic has given us a year of leaning via laptops and social distancing. We are so happy to add nature play back into the mix and turn kids’ imaginations loose!”

The Kiwanisaurus Treehouse Adventure, built by Beanstalk Builders, is made possible by the Kiwanis Club of Greensboro and Nat Greene Kiwanis Club. Additional support comes from the Cummings Family and the Hagan Family. In addition, the Wheelihan Family, the White Family, and the Priddy Family have provided support for the dinosaurs.