Sciencenter Traveling Exhibitions

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

SHIPPING

Inbound only | 1 truck Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

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

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

SHIPPING

Inbound only | 1 truck

Astrobiologists study Earth to help them in the search for life in space

Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

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

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

Inbound only | 2 trucks

Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

LEARNING GOALS

Watersheds affect the entire ecosystem

Discover how to improve watershed health

Many animals rely on healthy watersheds

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

SHIPPING

Inbound only | 1 truck

Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

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

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

SHIPPING

Inbound only | 1 truck

Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

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

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

SHIPPING

Inbound only | 1 truck Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

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

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

Inbound only | 1 truck

Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

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

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!

SIZE

1,200-1,800 sf SHIPPING

Inbound only | 1 truck Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

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

SIZE

1,500-2,000 sf SHIPPING

Inbound only | 1 truck

Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

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

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

SHIPPING

Inbound only | 1 truck

Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

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

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

SHIPPING

Inbound only | 1 truck Accompanied by technical manual, educational materials, and marketing kit

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

START A SUCCESSFUL TRAVELING EXHIBITION PROGRAM!

The Sciencenter’s tour management program will help you recover the costs of developing an exhibition by turning your new or existing exhibition into a traveling exhibition. By partnering with the Sciencenter Tour Management Team, your institution receives royalties from rental fees without having to make a substantial investment of additional funds, staff time, or other resources.

Tour Management Services

Manage all rental and shipping logistics

Maintain exhibitions while on tour

Negotiate rental contracts

Provide marketing services, including email marketing and analytics

Representation as an exhibitor at national industry conferences

Website hosting for exhibition and tour information

Tap into a new revenue stream for your organization

Connect with the Sciencenter’s 1500+ venue contacts

Broaden the reach of your organization’s mission

Your institution earns greater national recognition as an industry leader

Accomplish all of this without hiring additional staff!