Weekender Extended Magazine

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Go, Do, See

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he Book of Genesis comes to life at The Ark Encounter in Williamstown, locatet on I75 half-way between Cincinnati and Lexington. The Encounter features a Noah’s Ark that is 510 feet long, 85 feet wide, and 51 feet high — the exact dimensions described in the Bible. The Encounter is a family-friendly interactive exhibit that is sure to answer questions common and not-so-common that people might have about the story of Noah and the flood.

Inside, there are three decks containing beautifully crafted exhibits that will inspire you as they help bring the story to life. Ark Encounter is the largest timber-frame structure in the world, built in part by skilled Amish craftsmen from standing dead timber..com/ In the Living Quarters section (at right), find out how Noah and his family might have lived on the Ark, from cooking food to sleeping, recreation, and even gardening!The account was recorded by Moses and is found in Genesis 6–9.

The animals were sent two by two and housed in the ark by Noah. -46- | WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM ~ April, 2021

Besides taking a tour through the ark, be sure to explore the family playground, built for kids of all abilities. Soar across gorgeous valleys on a zip line tour. Then spot some exotic animals at Ararat

Ridge Zoo,

For tickets or tion, visit online encounter.com/

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