Alberta Infrastructure Minister Sandra Jensen (centre) visited the Royal Tyrrell Museum on Tuesday to view the expansion project currently underway.
“Our ability to take that information that you learn in Drumheller and to transport that around the world is wonderful, and that only happens when you have the right facilities and technology – and that’s what an expansion like this is able to do,” Jensen said.
The project has been a long time coming, and in the spring of 2016, the Alberta government committed to a budget for the project. The federal government is also contributing $3.95 million to the $9.3 million renovations.
The expansion is roughly 1,100 square metres and it will make more space for the distance learning center and additional classroom and laboratory space. It will feature a large multi-purpose room that can be used for programming and conferences. It will also expand on improvements that make visits a more positive experience including accessible washroom facilities, a hands-on discovery room, and a family rest area.
The expansion is on schedule for completion in spring.
