Earth Matters at Orlando Science Center
Earth Matters at Orlando Science Center – Are you ready to explore our changing planet through a different lens, immerse yourself in incredible ecosystems, and learn how the smallest of actions can have a big impact on our natural world? Visit Earth Matters when it premieres at Orlando Science Center on Sunday, January 22, 2023. This exhibit will be available for public viewing at 12 p.m., following an exclusive preview for Science Center members from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Earth Matters is presented locally by the VoLo Foundation and will be on display until April 30, 2023.Created by the renowned Scitech in Perth, Australia and produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Earth Matters features thought-provoking and fully interactive exhibits, covering topical themes such as biodiversity, rising global temperatures, and carbon emissions across an informative journey that will inspire visitors to find new answers to big questions.
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What:
In nature, everything is connected—air, land, water. As visitors explore Earth Matters, they will discover those connections along the way and solve complex challenges to push their own ideas to new heights. The exhibit inspires people to rethink a more sustainable future—starting in your own backyard. For example, see the inner workings of a tree, listen and learn about endangered species and experience large-scale visualizations of changes taking place in our natural world. Learn more about the big issues, like biodiversity, rising global temperatures, and how to manage carbon emissions. An interactive 3D projection map of a coral reef visually demonstrates changes in its ecosystem in response to visitor’s everyday decisions. In other exhibits, a mechanical pump demonstrates how much water is used in the production of a single chocolate bar and other popular lifestyle consumables.
This exhibition has been designed for children aged 5-16 and their families, but it provides broad appeal for all ages. You’re never too old to learn how to make a difference for our home planet. Earth Matters consists of five zones:
Understand
See the inner workings of a tree, listen and learn about endangered species and experience large-scale visualizations of changes taking place in our natural world. Learn more about the big issues, like biodiversity, rising global temperatures, and how to manage carbon emissions.
Renew
Experience our planet in new ways and immerse yourself in incredible ecosystems. Explore the restoration journey of valuable and endangered ecosystems with these stunning three-dimensional digital experiences. Make decisions and interact to see how we can help renew our natural world. From the ocean to the forest, what difference can you make?
Backyard
Starting in your own backyard, learn how you can make mini changes with major results. Designed for the littlest visitors, this series of interactive exhibits create new ways to explore backyard biodiversity and sustainability. Connect with nature and uncover the secrets of urban habitats to understand how you can give it a helping hand.
Re-Imagination Zone
Let’s rethink the future! Explore inspiring STEM solutions across our innovation pods. See videos, drawings, prototypes, and models to learn how the ideas were brought to life. And be inspired to design and share your own solutions.
Reflection Zone
Take a moment to tune into our clouds to listen to other visitors, and how they re-imagine the future. Reflect on the changes you would like to see in the natural environment and share it to the cloud as well. What’s your vision for the future?
Where and When:
Orlando Science Center | January 22, 2023 – April 30, 2023
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About Orlando Science Center
Located in Orlando, Fla., interactive learning and discovery await within the Science Center’s hundreds of exhibits, programs, labs, films and planetarium shows. The Science Center provides educational opportunities both within and outside its walls including field trips, family science nights at schools and community centers, and other outreach. Orlando Science Center’s mission is to inspire science learning for life. The Science Center strives to create lasting impacts on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and develop the next generation of creative innovators. Fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the Science Center ranks as one of the most popular museum destinations in the region. Orlando Science Center offers rich resources for lifelong learning.
About VoLo Foundation:
VoLo Foundation is a private family organization, founded by David S. Vogel and Thais Lopez Vogel, that exists to accelerate change and global impact by supporting science-based climate solutions, enhancing education, and improving health. They believe that developing and sharing knowledge through facts and data accelerates positive global change. Their vision is a planet where all beings are ensured access to a sustainable and clean environment, health services, and education. Through original research and analysis, and in collaboration with philanthropic and academic partners, they aim to enrich the lives of individuals, strengthen communities, and educate future generations. Learn more about the VoLo Foundation by visiting www.volofoundation.org.
About Imagine Exhibitions
Imagine Exhibitions is currently producing over 40 unique exhibitions globally in museums, science centers, zoos, integrated resorts, and non-traditional venues, with millions of people around the world visiting our exhibitions each year. In addition to developing successful traveling exhibitions, Imagine Exhibitions designs, opens, and operates permanent installations and venues, and consults on building, expanding, and directing museums and attractions. With decades of diverse experience in the museum and entertainment industries, Imagine Exhibitions consistently develops exhibitions that educate and excite while exceeding attendance goals. For more information, visit www.ImagineExhibitions.com or find us on Facebook.
About Scitech
Explore your world through wonder! Scitech is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to increase awareness, interest, capability and participation by all Western Australians in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. For more information visit http://www.scitech.org.au.
Cost:
Earth Matters is included with admission to Orlando Science Center, which is FREE for members, $24 for adults, $22 for seniors and students, and $18 for youth (ages 2 – 11). Tickets include access to all four floors of exhibits, giant-screen and 3D educational films, and live programming. Tickets are available online at www.osc.org/tickets or can be purchased at the guest services desk in the main lobby. SCIENCE FOR ALL – General Admission Access Program: If you have an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) or WIC card with a State-issued photo ID matching the name and state as the card, you qualify for a $3 admission, per person for up to six individuals.
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