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Explore The World of Sound!
power of sound!
This multi-sensory exhibition introduces children and adults to the science of sound waves and frequencies. Make noise! Conduct an orchestra with your whole body, scream at the top of your lungs, make a movie soundtrack, and more!
SIZE
1,500-2,000 sf
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LEARNING GOALS
Sound waves are all around us Scientists measure sound in decibels & pitches Sound waves hit our ear drums which then send signals to our brain
Sonic Sensation was developed by the Sciencenter
AWESOME
Discover the
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Explore extreme environments on Earth and gain perspective about the possibilities of life in our Solar System and beyond. Explore a microbial colony, navigate a rover, and use light to reveal faraway planets.
LEARNING GOALS
SIZE
1,800-2,500 sf
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Astrobiologists study Earth to help them in the search for life in space
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Life on the Edge was produced by the Sciencenter in partnership with SPIF, and was made possible with generous support from NASA
Life is a dataset of 1— discovering life in space could change how we feel about our world
Using new tools and technologies, we could discover habitable planets outside of our Solar System
Life is all around us, hidden in plain sight.
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Ocean Bound gives visitors a unique and breathtaking introduction to the majesty of the ocean. Pilot a giant submersible, experience coral reefs in HD, and make rain cascade down mountains, through rivers, and finally to the ocean!
SIZE
2,500-3,000 sf SHIPPING
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LEARNING GOALS
Watersheds affect the entire ecosystem
Discover how to improve watershed health
Many animals rely on healthy watersheds
underwater adventure!
Dive into an
Oceanic
Ocean Bound was developed by the Sciencenter and funded by the National
and Atmospheric Association (NOAA)
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The Building Buddies need your help improving their community. Visitors are immersed in a multi-sensory environment filled with STEAM learning experiences designed to promote collaborative play.
Building Buddies was developed by Loodo Exhibits SIZE
1,200-1,800 sf
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LEARNING GOALS
Problem solve through asking questions and making observations
Understand a problem to design a solution
Simple machines help move large loads
Teamwork is an asset that can be helpful in all kinds of situations
Grab your hard hat and put on your safety vest!
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Take a ride through the science of bicycling!
The bicycle is an elegant example of basic science principles and material science. Through a diverse collection of historic and peculiar bikes visitors will learn the history and evolution of the bicycle, how bikes have impacted our culture, and how they work!
SIZE
1,800-2,500 sf
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Gear Up was developed by Carnegie Science Center
LEARNING GOALS
Momentum helps you stay balanced on your bike
The kinetic energy in bike chains, pedals, and wheels, keep bikes in motion
Bikes have changed through time but their popularity has remained the same
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Learn about mosquitos, fleas, ticks, leeches and other bloodsucking parasites in this skin-crawling exhibition. Through 12 icky exhibits, visitors learn the what, why, who, and when of how parasites live, work, and play!
SIZE
1,500-2,200 sf
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Attack of the Bloodsuckers was developed by the Environmental Exhibit Collaborative (EEC) and funded by Jane’s Trust, Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), and the Cabot Family Charitable Trust
LEARNING GOALS
Bloodsucking parasites are integral to ecosystems around the world There are many type of bloodsuckers including insects, arthropods, and even birds
Bloodsuckers need blood meals to survive and reproduce
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Explore the Science of what’s biting you!
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Roll with Science
Mobilab is a fun-filled lab where young explorers dive into the thrilling world of trial and error, just like real scientists! Get ready to craft different toy vehicles and put them through some wild challenges. Tinker, test, and tweak until your creation zooms just the way you like it!
LEARNING GOALS
SIZE
1,500 sf SHIPPING
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Mobilab was developed by Loodo Exhibits
Solving a problem requires a process
Testing ideas is important to make them better
A lot can be learned from mistakes
Imagination and critical thinking lead to innovation
Roll with Science!
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Help turtles and tortoises survive and migrate safely! Play Turtle Migration on a giant game board and track a hidden turtle using telemetry. Visitors will learn how a turtle’s body is adapted for their environment and so much more!
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1,200-1,800 sf SHIPPING
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Turtle Travels was developed by the Environmental Exhibit Collaborative (EEC) and funded by Jane’s Trust and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
LEARNING GOALS
Turtles and tortoises live in various habitats threatened by human activity
We can keep turtles and their eggs safe from predators by disposing of garbage properly
Turtles and tortoises have physical adaptations to help them survive
turtle’s-eye view of life in the “slow lane”!
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Explore the inventions, art, and ideas of the original Renaissance Man! Create a ‘copter, solve math puzzles, try your hand at backward writing, and engineer with simple machines! Leonardo’s Lab was developed by
LEARNING GOALS
A circuit is a path that electricity flows through Simple machines like gears and pulleys can help accomplish work faster and more easily Cams and linkages can be used to change the direction and/or speed of motion
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Carnegie Science Center Experience the art, science, and engineering of Leonardo da Vinci!
Hang out... in the trees!
Immerse yourself in an indoor tree house! Try stereoscopic viewfinders and look for tracking clues and natural artifacts in the tree house. Turn a tree into a tree house—and back again—by turning a dial. Learn how to become a responsible forester and find out how trees sustain life on Earth!
LEARNING GOALS
SIZE
1,500-2,000 sf
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Treehouses was developed by the Environmental Exhibit Collaborative (EEC) and funded by Jane’s Trust and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
Trees provide habitats for many different animals
Trees are used to make many products in our lives
We can be environmental stewards by planting trees
Animals leave identifiable traces behind
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Explore the exciting world of movement on land, sea, and air. Through 20 hands-on, interactive exhibit stations including a hovercraft chair, a canal lock system, pneumatic air tubes, pulleys, levers, and hydraulics, visitors can learn more about the science of how we get from here to there.
SIZE
1,800-2,500 sf
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From Here to There was developed by the Sciencenter, the Rochester Museum and Science Center and TEAMS collaborative. It was funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF)
LEARNING GOALS
Gravity and motion affect transportation
Simple machines help us accomplish work faster and more efficiently
People can leverage the principles of physics to move aircraft, vehicles, and vessels
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move things on land,
How do we
sea & air?
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