Sixteen Fully Interactive Dinosaur
Sculptures Illustrate STEAM Principles in this
Amazing Blend of Science, Art and Innovation
DEARBORN, Mich., April 18,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Henry Ford presents
Dinosaurs in Motion from June 9 to
September 8 in Henery Ford Museum of American Innovation.
Dinosaurs in Motion is a new, interactive, engaging
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics)
exhibition that is truly for visitors of all ages. This
exhibition engages and educates by using 16 magnificent, fully
interactive, recycled life-size metal dinosaur sculptures inspired
by actual fossils.
Dinosaurs in Motion is an amazing blend of science,
art and innovation. The life-sized metal sculptures captivate
visitors while their exposed mechanics illustrate science and
technology principles in a fun and engaging way. The exhibition
weaves the science, art and innovation themes throughout and
touches on each of these educational topics at each sculpture. The
art portions highlight sketching, drawing, and sculpting; the
science segments explore kinetics, biomechanics, and robotics; and
the innovation areas encourage observing and experimenting.
The exhibition's narrative is reinforced with experiential
learning, as every dinosaur is available for visitors to touch and
move. Visitors will have the unique ability to manipulate dinosaurs
via lever and pulley systems, as well as with remote controls,
offering large-scale dinosaur interaction unprecedented in a museum
setting. Additionally, visitors will be able to test out their own
artistic creativity and newfound technological inspiration with
hands-on activities at the Innovation Stations, where they can
create a variety of art and science projects of their own.
The moving, human element to the exhibition lies in the story of
the artist, John Payne, who truly is
the heart of Dinosaurs in Motion. Through video and
interactives, visitors will walk away with Payne's inspiring
message: "If you can dream it, you can do it." The exhibition is
one that inspires guests to learn, discover and create!
"Dinosaurs in Motion is the most unique dinosaur
exhibition touring right now. No other exhibition using the
dinosaur brand offers this level of interactivity in the areas of
STEAM," said Tom Zaller, CEO and
President of Imagine Exhibitions. "We are excited to present these
incredible works of art in a tactile way that really speaks to the
most important educational topics in our culture."
For updates on hours, tickets and more, visit thf.org or follow
The Henry Ford on social media @thehenryford. The Henry Ford is a
proud official partner of Museums for All, a signature access
program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services to
encourage lifelong museum going habits.
About The Henry Ford
Located in Dearborn, Michigan,
The Henry Ford is a globally recognized destination that fosters
inspiration and learning from hands-on encounters with artifacts
representing the most comprehensive collection anywhere focusing on
innovation, ingenuity, and resourcefulness. Its unique venues
include Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, Greenfield
Village, Ford Rouge Factory Tour, Benson Ford Research Center,
Giant Screen Experience and Henry Ford Academy, a public charter
high school. The Henry Ford inspires every individual to unlock
their potential and help shape a better future through a variety of
channels, including its online presence thehenryford.org, its
Emmy®-winning national television series, The Henry Ford's
Innovation Nation, and The Henry Ford's Invention Convention
Worldwide, a global K-12 invention education curricular program
that teaches students problem-solving, entrepreneurship, and
creativity skills. With the support of a growing community of
affiliates and supporters, The Henry Ford is the home of RTX
Invention Convention U.S. Nationals, Invention Convention Americas
and Invention Convention Michigan.
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.
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