PHOTOS: Sign Removal Begins for Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures in DinoLand U.S.A.

Lauren Shahan

Workers on a crane and lift tend to a building with a vintage Chester and Hester sign, surrounded by trees, reminiscent of the quirky charm found in DinoLand U.S.A.

PHOTOS: Sign Removal Begins for Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures in DinoLand U.S.A.

As the demolition of DinoLand U.S.A. continues, sign removal has begun at Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures.

Sign Removal at Dinosaur Treasures

Amidst DinoLand U.S.A.'s lively atmosphere, green barriers surround a construction site where a crane lifts a reindeer figure adorned with holiday decorations. In the background, trees and a partly cloudy sky complement the festive scene near Chester and Hester's Dinosaur Treasures.

A black and white crane with a green platform has arrived outside the former gift shop.

A construction crane from Sunbelt Rentals stands in front of signs promoting Donald's Dino Bash at DinoLand U.S.A., with greenery in the foreground, ready for any necessary sign removal.

During our visit this morning, crew members were on the roof actively dismantling the decorative signage.

In the photo on the right from the first day of the DinoLand phased closure, the “World’s Largest Pin Truck”  was still in place. The signage for the truck as seen on the right has now been removed.

Amusement park signs hint at the magic of DinoLand U.S.A., silhouetted against a sunset backdrop, featuring a tree-covered landscape and partially visible rides.

Another green crane is stationed on the other end of the building. Some signs have been removed and all that remains are the billboard frames.

A retro-style sign, reminiscent of DinoLand U.S.A., reads "We're Erupting with Gifts" above a roof. A covered object and greenery are in front, possibly hinting at changes or a sign removal for something new like Dinosaur Treasures.

A brown tarp is draped over a sign that remains on the building.

In front of the trees and a red wooden structure, a sculpture of a crocodile crafted from stones proudly displays empty bottles on its back. This whimsical creation could easily find its home among the relics of Dinosaur Treasures in DinoLand U.S.A., sparking imagination and curiosity.

The concrete dinosaur has not yet been removed. The top of his head and horns are visible over the shrubs.

Green construction walls block the entrance to Dino-Rama theme area in DinoLand U.S.A., with some colorful structures visible above. A sign on the wall provides information about Chester and Hester’s updates to their Dinosaur Treasures.

The walls in front of TriceraTop Spin have been extended, replacing the shrubs that were there yesterday.

A sign on a green wall, soon facing removal, reads "Time has a way of changing things," adorned with a small bird silhouette and the PG Paints logo—much like the gradual transformations in DinoLand U.S.A.

A new PPG Paints sign has been added with the phrase “Time has a way of changing things” and an icon of a soaring bird above it.

An empty theme park adorned with carnival-themed decorations, a red gas pump, and colorful signs feels like DinoLand U.S.A. under a partly cloudy sky, its Dinosaur Treasures awaiting discovery amidst whispers of sign removal.

One planter remains between the Dino-Rama entrance and Donald’s meet-and-greet area.

A colorful carousel dome with an animal figure on top stands partly obscured by a green construction fence in DinoLand U.S.A., surrounded by trees under a partly cloudy sky.

The demolition of TriceraTop Spin continues behind the construction wall.

A brightly colored amusement park ride is under construction in DinoLand U.S.A., surrounded by a green temporary barrier with a caution sign. Keep an eye out for the possible sign removal as dinosaur treasures are ready to be unveiled soon!.

More of the yellow siding from the attraction has been removed revealing the interior metal structure.

A colorful UFO-themed amusement ride, reminiscent of the quirky charm found at Chester and Hester's Dinosaur Treasures, features decorative comet details, partially obscured by a green fence.

The rectangular blue pieces with stars are now attached haphazardly since the yellow siding has been removed.

A large green dinosaur structure labeled "Dino-rama!" stands proudly behind a green fence under a partly cloudy sky, near the lively attractions of Chester and Hester's Dinosaur Treasures in DinoLand U.S.A.

Construction walls now extend past the Cementosaurus replacing the shrubs that were previously there.

A green fence with circus-themed decorations partially reveals colorful clown faces and string lights beneath a cloudy sky, hinting at changes amid the vibrant atmosphere of Chester and Hester's Dinosaur Treasures.

A marquee from atop one of the Fossil Fun Games is visible over the walls.

Green construction barriers enclose an area beside a leafy tree, with a light pole and adjacent foliage visible. A cart stands near the Dinosaur Treasures section against a wooden fence under a partly cloudy sky, possibly hinting at sign removal in DinoLand U.S.A.

The walls continue all the way to the end of the Cementosaurus and meet the brown fence behind the shrubs.

A sign on a green wall reads, "The wonders of nature are endless," with a small PPG Paints logo at the bottom, as if guarding the hidden dinosaur treasures of a forgotten DinoLand U.S.A.

PPG Paints signage has been added with the phrase “The wonders of nature are endless” and an icon of the Partners statue above it.

A pathway with a green construction wall on the left and a display sign on the right, surrounded by trees and plants, leads you into DinoLand U.S.A., where Dinosaur Treasures await.

The construction wall at the exit of DINOSAUR remains intact with no changes.

Are you sad to see DinoLand slowly get taken down? Or are you looking forward to the new “Encanto” and Indiana Jones attractions and Pueblo Esperanza? Share your thoughts with us in the comments.

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