40 minutes Grades 6-12 June 6, 1944: The largest Allied operation of World War II began in Normandy, France. Yet, few know in detail exactly why and how, from the end of 1943 through August 1944, this region became the most important location in the world. Blending multiple cinematographic techniques, including animation, CGI and stunning […]
41 minutes Grades 4-12 Relive the excitement of the early days of space exploration, from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings and privately operated space flights. Be immersed and overwhelmed with this most accurate historic reconstruction of man’s first steps into space. Who were the men and women […]
25 minutes Grades 4-12 The award-winning Dynamic Earth explores the inner workings of Earth’s great life support system: the global climate. With visualizations based on satellite monitoring data and advanced supercomputer simulations, this cutting-edge production follows a trail of energy that flows from the Sun into the interlocking systems that shape our climate: the atmosphere, […]
23 minutes Grades 4-12 Combining Geology, Plate Tectonics and Earth History into a sweeping geological journey we explore the forces that transform the surface of our planet. Fly along the San Andreas Fault before diving into the planet’s interior. Journey back in time to witness the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, and the break-up of Pangaea […]
24 minutes Grades 3-12 Escher’s Universe is based on the life and work of the multifaceted Maurits Cornelis Escher. Was he an artist, an astronomer, a mathematician, a traveler? This show will take us to the artist’s studio where his most iconic works are displayed. From this intimate setting, we will explore Escher’s unique universe […]
27 minutes Grades 3-12 Over seven months in the Arctic Circle, crews captured timelapse images of the Aurora Borealis with high resolution digital SLR cameras outfitted with fisheye lenses. The results are spectacular. For the first time the aurora has been captured as it was meant to be experienced, as a display that covers the […]
40 minutes Grades 4-12 Come close to nature’s most powerful and extreme forces. Cameras capture massive volcanoes, earthquakes, and storms as a team of scientists travel the world in an attempt to figure out what causes these dangerous, yet undeniably thrilling natural occurrences. Putting their lives on the line in the name of scientific discovery, […]
39 minutes Grades K-12 This popular program features a mix of everyone’s favorite holiday music, from the classical to the modern, all set to fantastic laser and digital artwork. Laser graphics are set to fourteen classic holidays songs. Since the show is rated a two out of five for intensity, it is appropriate for family […]
29 minutes Grades 4-12 Join scientists who are investigating the boundary between our Solar System and the rest of our galaxy. Designed for visitors who desire to learn more about scientific research, the show follows the creation of NASA’s Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX). Audiences will get an in-depth look at the mission and how IBEX […]
25 minutes Grades 3-12 The delicate balance between ice, water and the existence of life has been a topic of scientific inquiry for generations. In travels to the Arctic and Antarctic regions of our planet, we’ll examine the ecosystems that exist and thrive there and learn how their survival is connected with our own. Beyond […]
