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PHOTOS: Entrance Sign & Dino Completely Demolished at Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama

February 16, 2025 Gretchen McDermid

At a construction site with green barriers and equipment, a person stands outside the fence in casual clothing, holding items reminiscent of a Dino-Rama scene. Trees frame the backdrop against a cloudy sky.

The demolition of Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama to make way for a new Tropical Americas area in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is picking up speed, as the entrance sign has been demolished overnight. Dino-Rama Entrance Sign Demolished In new photographs over the green construction walls lining the now-closed Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama, the entrance sign has … Read more

A Final Look at the Hidden Details in Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures

January 18, 2025January 16, 2025 Katie Francis

An inflatable dinosaur playfully hangs from the ceiling, surrounded by colorful flags and ropes, adding a whimsical touch to the rustic wooden interior.

With the closure of several locations in Dinoland U.S.A., we wanted to take a final look at a few of the many hidden details present throughout the land. We have already taken a long final look at Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama. Now it is time to say goodbye to Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures. The … Read more

Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures Sign Removed From DinoLand at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

January 16, 2025 Shannen Ace

Workers on a lift install a DinoLand sign at the theme park attraction, surrounded by colorful decor and foliage.

The themed signs of Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures, including the shop’s main sign, have been removed from the closed DinoLand U.S.A. gift shop at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures Signs Gone The gift shop located at the back of DinoLand closed permanently with the rest of Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama this … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Construction Walls Divide DinoLand U.S.A. as Work on Tropical Americas Land Takes Over

January 13, 2025 Katie Francis

Nestled in the heart of Dinoland, a large green dinosaur structure towers majestically at an amusement park. With the "Dino Pond" sign gleaming nearby and surrounded by lush trees and bushes, a winding pathway invites visitors on an adventurous journey.

The Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama area of DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom closed permanently on January 12. Overnight, construction walls were erected around the area as demolition is set to soon begin. Construction Walls Divide DinoLand U.S.A. The Dino-Rama area of DinoLand was themed to a carnival-style roadside attraction and included Chester & Hester’s … Read more

BREAKING: Closing Date for TriceraTop Spin & More of DinoLand at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

October 14, 2024October 14, 2024 Shannen Ace

The vibrant "TriceraTop Spin" ride, freshly enhanced by a recent refurbishment, shines with spinning tops on the sign. A lively scene unfolds as people and strollers gather outside on a sunlit day.

Disney has announced the first closing date for parts of DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which will become the Tropical Americas-themed land, Pueblo Esperanza. DinoLand Closing Date Though Disney stated construction would begin this fall, the first phase of DinoLand closures is scheduled for January 12, 2025. This will be the final day of … Read more

New Kermit the Frog Merchandise Including Plush, Hoodie, and Bucket Hat at Walt Disney World

November 25, 2023October 23, 2023 Shannen Ace

More new Kermit the Frog merchandise has hopped into Walt Disney World Resort this week. We previously found a Kermit the Frog cookie jar, watch, and earrings. Kermit the Frog Merchandise At Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we spotted the new Kermit the Frog plush, crop top, bucket hat, and keychain. … Read more