Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome

Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome

Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome (DWABA, Inc.) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit mobile natural history museum dedicated to making paleontology exciting, accessible, and educational for all. Led by educator and paleontologist Jimmy Waldron, MA.Ed., DWABA delivers hands-on, standards-based programs designed to inspire curiosity and promote STEM learning for students of all ages.

Through dynamic presentations featuring Poe the Deinonychus—a life-sized animatronic dinosaur—and Ajax the Baby Apatosaurus—a charming puppet who delights young learners—DWABA creates unforgettable experiences rooted in scientific discovery and storytelling. Jimmy combines over a decade of teaching experience with his expertise in paleontology to deliver programs aligned with Florida’s CPalms standards, enhancing classroom learning through creativity and engagement.

From schools and libraries to festivals and museums, DWABA continues to expand its reach, inspiring the next generation of scientists through innovative, approachable, and unforgettable dinosaur experiences.

As the founder of Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome (DWABA, Inc.)—Central Florida’s only NAICS-accredited Mobile Natural History Dinosaur Museum—Jimmy combines his expertise in paleontology with a passion for accessible, hands-on education.

DWABA’s mission is to advance appreciation and understanding of Earth’s natural history, with a special focus on dinosaurs and STEM education. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, DWABA offers bespoke, hands-on educational experiences that align with Florida’s CPalms standards, making science accessible to students of all ages and backgrounds.

DWABA’s captivating mobile museum presentations feature Poe, a life-sized animatronic Deinonychus with a rich 15-year history of delighting audiences across the country, and Ajax, a shoulder-mounted puppet of a six-month-old Apatosaurus that engages young learners through interactive storytelling and play. Jimmy uses these characters to enhance learning experiences by fostering curiosity, empathy, and excitement about the prehistoric world.

Beyond teaching, Jimmy is an active researcher and paleontologist. His scientific work includes co-authoring the description of Ichthyotitan—the largest marine reptile ever discovered—with paleontologist Dr. Dean Lomax. Through DWABA, he collaborates with distinguished experts such as Dr. Shawn Carlson (MacArthur Fellow), Nico Vargas, and Rose Maldonado to create educational programs that inspire the next generation of scientists.

DWABA has reached thousands of students through school programs, library visits, community presentations, and museum partnerships. Recognized as an Emerging Museum by the Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC), DWABA continues to expand its reach, particularly among underserved communities.

Our commitment to education through paleontology drives DWABA’s mission to make learning about dinosaurs fun, inclusive, and unforgettable.