Dippy skull

3D Model

This 3D skull model was created by laser scanning the Museum’s iconic Diplodocus carnegii cast.

Rotate, zoom in and explore the features of this popular dinosaur.

Dippy was the first Diplodocus (DIP-low-DOCK-us) to go on display anywhere in the world when it was gifted to the Museum in 1905. It quickly became a star, capturing hearts and imaginations. Dippy then left the Museum in 2017 to complete a whirlwind tour of the UK. The skeleton will be on display at the Museum from 27 May until 2 January 2023.

https://www.nhm.ac.uk/visit/exhibitions/dippy-returns.html

To mark this event, we have prepared a set of 3D printable files which can be downloaded and printed on a conventional desktop 3D printer and assembled to create a three-quarter scale model of the skull, or a model which can be compiled from laser cut sections of cardboard.

If you do try this out, let us know how you get on in the comments!