ALLENTOWN, Pa, Oct. 2, 2024 – Da Vinci Science Center is thrilled to announce the opening of its latest exhibit, “Sharks”, debuting on October 12, 2024, at the Da Vinci Science Center at PPL Pavilion. This exciting and educational exhibit, organized by the American Museum of Natural History in New York, will provide an up-close and personal look at one of the ocean’s most fascinating creatures—offering a jaw-dropping experience for visitors of all ages.

“Sharks” is an interactive exhibit that dives into the world of these majestic predators, uncovering the mysteries of their biology, behavior, and conservation. Visitors will learn what makes sharks such unique and vital creatures in the ocean’s ecosystem and the challenges they face in today’s changing environment.

Exhibit Highlights Include:

• Life-Size Shark Models: Get a true sense of scale by standing next to life-sized models of various shark species.
• Shark Anatomy Exploration: Discover the inner workings of a shark’s body with hands-on activities that teach about their senses, anatomy, and unique adaptations.
• Shark Conservation: Learn about global efforts to protect sharks and how these apex predators play a crucial role in maintaining marine ecosystems.

Special Opening Weekend Events:

On opening weekend, Da Vinci Science Center will host a series of shark-themed activities, hands-on workshops, and interactive displays that dive deeper into the science behind these incredible creatures.  “Sharks have long captivated our imaginations, and we’re excited to bring this exhibit to our visitors,” said Lin Erickson, Executive Director and CEO at Da Vinci Science Center. “This exhibit is not only a thrilling visual experience but also an opportunity to educate people of all ages about the importance of sharks in our oceans and the conservation efforts needed to protect them.”

Plan Your Visit:

“Sharks” will run from October 12, 2024, through March 2, 2025. The exhibit is $10 in addition to general admission. Da Vinci Science Center members enjoy a special discounted rate of $7. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to dive into the world of sharks!

For more information about the “Sharks” exhibit or to purchase tickets, visit davincisciencecenter.org/sharks.

About Da Vinci Science Center

Da Vinci Science Center is a national award-winning non-profit science center that has been bringing science to life and lives to science for 30 years. With our exciting new downtown Allentown location, Da Vinci Science Center experiences make science fun and approachable, helping to connect people of all ages and backgrounds with the wonders of science. To learn more about our programs, visit davincisciencecenter.org and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).

About the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH)

The American Museum of Natural History, founded in 1869 with a dual mission of scientific research and science education, is one of the world’s preeminent scientific, educational, and cultural institutions. The Museum encompasses more than 40 permanent exhibition halls, galleries for temporary exhibitions, the Rose Center for Earth and Space including the Hayden Planetarium, and the Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation. The Museum’s scientists draw on a world-class permanent collection of more than 30 million specimens and artifacts, some of which are billions of years old, and on one of the largest natural history libraries in the world. Through its Richard Gilder Graduate School, the Museum offers two of the only free-standing, degree-granting programs of their kind at any museum in the U.S.: the Ph.D. program in Comparative Biology and the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Earth Science residency program. Visit amnh.org for more information.

 

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Da Vinci Science Center