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“Space: A Journey to Our Future” Opens Father’s Day Weekend

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“Space: A Journey to Our Future” Opens Father’s Day Weekend

at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum

Visitors will experience the thrill of living in a Lunar Base Camp and planning their own mission to Mars without leaving D.C. at the National Air and Space Museum’s new exhibit. “Space: A Journey to Our Future” opens Saturday, June 14, just in time for children to take their Dads on an unforgettable Father’s Day celebration. The exhibit, on view at the museum through Jan. 11, 2009, highlights current projects in space exploration—satellites, space telescopes, living in space—and offers a glimpse to the future of human space travel.

“This exhibition uses the latest technology in museum interactives to introduce our visitors to space exploration,” museum director Gen. J.R. “Jack” Dailey said. “We hope that the hands-on activities in ‘Space: A Journey to Our Future’ will inspire visitors to learn about the history of the space program and become involved in the future of space exploration. The exhibition is a fitting commemoration of the 50th anniversary of NASA.”

“We hope this exhibit will help inspire the next generation of dreamers and explorers,” said Joyce L. Winterton, NASA’s Assistant Administrator for Education. “We want to ignite the desire for discovery in the youth who will be our next pioneers to explore the galaxy.”

Highlights of “Space: A Journey to Our Future” include a Lunar Habitat, where visitors can experience what it would be like to live and work on the Moon; an up-close look at NASA’s new Constellation Program with a model of the Ares I launch vehicle and the Orion crew capsule, the next generation of human spacecraft; an illustrated timeline of NASA’s 50 years of space exploration; and the multimedia 360-degree “Future Theatre.” This traveling exhibit developed by Evergreen Exhibitions is presented at the National Air and Space Museum courtesy of NASA, Lockheed Martin and General Motors.

The National Air and Space Museum building on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., is located at Sixth Street and Independence Avenue S.W. The museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center is located in Chantilly, Va., near Washington Dulles International Airport. Both facilities are open daily from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. (Closed Dec. 25) Admission is free, but there is a $12 fee for parking at the Udvar-Hazy center.

5-Mar-09 3:15 PM

Nearly 4 million visit SPACE at Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, where it appeared in conjunction with NASA's 50th anniversary celebration

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Space: A Journey to Our Future appeared at Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum from June 2008 through January 2009, one of the featured events celebrating NASA’s 50^th anniversary in the nation’s capital. 3.8 million visitors were reported to attend the exhibit.

Special content and displays, along with near-real-time updates, were presented in the exhibit by Evergreen in cooperation with a combined team of NASA and NASM content developers and scientists, including

A special timeline marking milestone events in NASA’s history
Models of the planned Ares I Crew Launch Vehicle and Ares V Cargo Launch Vehicle, both part of the Constellation Program to send human explorers back to the moon, and then onward to Mars and other destinations in the solar system
A large scale display of the planned Orion Crew Exploration Vehicle, the new spacecraft that will transport astronauts
Updates throughout the exhibit to reflect the very latest future plans and vision for space exploration
Special added NASA interactives titled Build Your Own Spacecraft, NASA Home and City, and Return to Camelot
New video animations: Orion Mission and Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter
Primers and displays on the Constellation Program, the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, the James Webb Space Telescope, SOFIA and more

The exhibition was one part of a broader schedule of events and activities planned around NASA’s 50^th anniversary celebration.

A special event marked the exhibit’s opening, featuring Christopher Scolese, Acting Administrator for NASA; General John R. Dailey, director of the National Air and Space Museum; Kenneth W. Cole, Vice President, Global Public Policy and Government Relations for General Motors; Kenneth S. Reightler, Jr., Vice President, NASA Program Integration, Lockheed Martin Space Systems; and Ronald D. Dittemore, president of ATK Launch Systems.

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(Christopher Scolese, Acting Administrator for NASA, speaking at the opening reception)

(Model of Orion Crew Exploration Vehicle, planned by NASA)

(Models of planned Ares I and Ares V vehicles, part of the Constellation program)

5-Mar-09 2:00 PM

Fact Sheet about Vatican Splendors in St. Paul

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 20:00:00 GMT

FACT SHEET

WHAT: One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to St. Paul. The Minnesota History Center hosts “Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard” beginning Sept. 27, 2008. The exhibition features approximately 200 rare works of art and historically significant objects, many of which have never left the Vatican. Taken together these works explore how the papacy has influenced – and been influenced by – the world throughout the centuries.

St. Paul is one of only three U.S. cities to host “Vatican Splendors.” Highlights of the exhibition include Michelangelo's compass and tools used in the building of the Sistine Chapel; works by Bernini, Giotto, Guercino and others; artwork dating back to the third century; venerated relics (bone fragments) of Saint Peter; the pastoral staff of Pope John Paul II and items from the election of Pope Benedict XVI, including election ballots, a ceremonial vestment and an actual white smoke cartridge used to announce the election of the pope.

WHEN: Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard opens Sept. 27, 2008, for a limited, exclusive engagement. Tickets go on sale Aug. 7.

Hours for “Vatican Splendors” will be Mondays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays noon to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.vaticansplendors.com

WHERE: The Minnesota History Center is located at 345 Kellogg Boulevard West on the western edge of downtown St. Paul. For directions and parking instructions, visit www.mnhs.org/historycenter/directions.

TICKETS: Tickets are $20 for adults, $17 for seniors and $13 for children (age 6-12). Children 5 and under are free with adult ticket purchase. Tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster locations including Macy’s, or by phone at 651-989-5151. Tickets may also be purchased at the Minnesota History Center box office located at 345 Kellogg Boulevard West in St. Paul. Special group discount for 15+ tickets is available by calling 612-373-5665. School groups can call 651-259-3400. Special themed events can be booked by calling 651-259-3030 or E-mailing specialevents@mnhs.org call 1-877-2VATICAN (1-877-282-8422); or visit www.vaticansplendors.com

Media Contacts:

Amanda Hooper

Risdall McKinney Public Relations

Phone: 651-286-6776

E-mail:Amanda@risdall.com

or

Jessica Kohen

Minnesota Historical Society

Phone: 651-259-3148

E-mail:Jessica.kohen@mnhs.org

These photo descriptions are available online at http://events.mnhs.org/media

9-Oct-08 3:00 PM

Spokespeople -- Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter's Basilica, The Vatican Museums and The Swiss Guard

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 20:00:00 GMT

EXHIBITION CURATOR

Monsignor Roberto Zagnoli is an Italian priest from Ravenna who has worked at the Vatican for fourteen years. As Curator of the Vatican Museums, Monsignor Zagnoli carefully selected objects from the participating Vatican agencies and organized them to tell the 2000-year history covered by the exhibition and commemorated in the exhibition guide book he co-wrote. Zagnoli also works for Monsignor Guido Marini as advisor to the Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff where he manages the restoration and maintenance of the liturgical vessels and vestments of the Papal Sacristy. Monsignor Zagnoli teaches Communications at the Papal University of Santa Croce in Rome.

CONSULTANTS TO THE EXHIBITION

Brother Charles Hilken, F.S.C., M.S.L., Ph. D., is professor and chair of the Department of History at Saint Mary’s College of California. Trained as a medieval historian with special emphasis on manuscript studies, he has twice been elected a research fellow of the Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies in Toronto. He has authored two books, including “Memory and Community in Southern Medieval Italy: The History, Chapter Book, and Necrology of Santa Maria del Gualdo Mazzocca,” which was released in 2008. Brother Charles was the historical consultant for a film documentary on the Vatican starring the late Sir Peter Ustinov, and for a previous exhibition, he helped evaluate and select never-before-exhibited objects from the papal sacristy.

Peter Radetsky, Ph.D. is the content developer and writer of this exhibition. Formerly a contributing editor of “Discover Magazine” and teacher at the University of California, Santa Cruz, he has written seven books, more than 100 articles for national magazines and newspapers, television and video scripts, and more than a dozen museum exhibitions. He has collaborated on numerous projects with Evergreen Exhibitions (formerly BBH Exhibits, Inc.) for more than 10 years.

EVERGREEN EXHIBITIONS

Anne Kinsey is vice president of exhibitions of Evergreen Exhibitions. She oversees the design, production and sales of exhibitions and events. She has more than 12 years of experience in the production of touring and permanent attractions. She graduated magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, with a bachelor’s degree from Syracuse University in Production and English Textual Studies.

Mark Greenberg leads Evergreen Exhibitions as its principal shareholder and president, overseeing more than 15 museum exhibits that explore science, art and culture. Greenberg acquired the company from Clear Channel Exhibitions, where he also served as its president. Prior to that, he was general manager of BBH Exhibits, Inc., a private company serving the museum community that had merged with Clear Channel Exhibitions in 2001. Before joining BBH, Greenberg served in leadership roles with Miller Publishing Group LLC, The Walt Disney Company and Time Inc. Magazines.

MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Nina Archabal joined the Minnesota Historical Society in 1977 and was appointed Director and State Historic Preservation Officer in 1987. During Archabal’s tenure, the Society developed the Minnesota History Center as the state’s history museum and library in St. Paul, and Mill City Museum, a milling museum and education center constructed within the ruin of the National Landmark Washburn A Mill in Minneapolis. Archabal also oversees a statewide network of historic sites and museums. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Harvard University, and her Ph.D. at the University of Minnesota.

Dan Spock is the Director of the Minnesota History Center Museum. Over the course of his 25-year museum career Spock has worked as an exhibit designer, an exhibit developer and a program administrator. During nine years as head of exhibitions at MHS, Spock’s team produced dozens of large and small exhibitions, many of which received national recognition. More recently, MHS has pursued both hosting and developing traveling history exhibits of national and international scope. Spock has a BA in Art from Antioch College.

Media Contacts:

Amanda Hooper

Risdall McKinney Public Relations

Phone: 651-286-6776

E-mail:Amanda@risdall.com

Jessica Kohen

Minnesota Historical Society

Phone: 651-259-3148

E-mail:Jessica.kohen@mnhs.org

9-Oct-08 3:00 PM

Photo Sheet -- Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter's Basilica, The Vatican Museums and The Swiss Guard

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Photos © Governatorato of the Vatican City State.

Media Contacts:

Amanda Hooper

Risdall McKinney Public Relations

Phone: 651-286-6776

E-mail:Amanda@risdall.com

Jessica Kohen

Minnesota Historical Society

Phone: 651-259-3148

E-mail:Jessica.kohen@mnhs.org

These photo descriptions are available online at http://events.mnhs.org/media

9-Oct-08 3:00 PM

MINNESOTA HISTORY CENTER TO HOST EXCLUSIVE ENGAGEMENT FOR VATICAN ART & HISTORY EXHIBIT

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 19:00:00 GMT

(FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) – One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul for a limited engagement beginning Sept. 27, 2008. “Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard” will present unique objects illustrating the Vatican’s impact on history and culture through 2,000 years. The timing of the exhibition commemorates the 500th anniversary of several significant dates: the building of Saint Peter’s Basilica, the founding of the Vatican Museums, Michelangelo’s painting of the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the establishment of the Papal Swiss Guard.

“Rare, priceless, magnificent…words used to describe the Minnesota History Center’s fall exhibition, ‘Vatican Splendors,’” says Nina Archabal, director of the Minnesota Historical Society. “This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Minnesotans to see some of the world’s great treasures, some of which have never before been accessible to the public.”

Approximately 200 objects will be presented in galleries and recreated environments that enhance the visitor’s understanding of their historical and artistic significance. Items in the collection – which include tiaras; mosaics; paintings; works by well-known sculptors; papal rings and jewels; intricately embroidered silk vestments; precious objects from the Papal Mass; armor, swords and uniforms of the Papal Swiss Guard; and gifts to the popes from such notable figures as Napoleon and the Dalai Lama – are on loan from the Vatican Museums, the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples, the Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff, the Reverenda Fabbrica of Saint Peter, the Apostolic Floreria, private collections and the Papal Swiss Guard.

“The art and artifacts in this exhibit are doubly precious – because of their deep religious significance and because of their beauty and rich cultural heritage,” says Most Reverend John C. Nienstedt, archbishop of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.

Highlights of the exhibition include, Michelangelo’s compass and tools used in the building of the Sistine Chapel; works by Bernini, Giotto, Guercino and others; artwork dating back to the third century; venerated relics (bone fragments) of Saint Peter; the pastoral staff of Pope John Paul II and items from the election of Pope Benedict XVI, including election ballots, a ceremonial vestment and an actual white smoke cartridge used to announce the election of the Pope.

“Indeed, this exhibition is in itself significant, as it represents one of the largest collections of art and objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America,” stated Monsignor Roberto Zagnoli, curator of the Vatican Museums. “Many of these works have never before been outside Vatican City.”

After the exhibit closes in St. Paul, the items then return to the Vatican, from which they cannot be absent for more than a year.

In addition to the rare works of art and historically valuable objects, visitors to the Minnesota History Center will be treated to special choral performances offered on select weekends throughout the exhibit run. The series is meant to inspire as well as entertain and includes both Catholic and non-Catholic choral groups. A special two-day performance featuring The Rose Ensemble and the Twin Cities Community Gospel Choir will open the exhibit Sept. 27 and 28. The choral performances are free with museum admission or a “Vatican Splendors” ticket. For a complete list of performances visitwww.mnhs.org/vaticanoming events.”

Another program in October begins a three-part History Lounge series exploring the relationship between community and religion in Minnesota history. “Sacred Ground/Common Ground” on Oct. 21 focuses on Wakan Tipi Cave on St. Paul’s East Side and the ways Dakota Indians and East Siders are working together to reclaim a piece of their community. The 7 p.m. program is free.

All descriptive labels in the exhibit are bilingual in English and Spanish, as is an audio tour, available for a small additional charge.

Tickets for “Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard” can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster locations including Macy’s, or by phone at 651-989-5151. Tickets may also be purchased at the Minnesota History Center box office located at 345 Kellogg Boulevard West in St. Paul. All tickets are timed entry and subject to availability. Advance ticket purchases are highly recommended. Tickets are $20 for adults, $17 for seniors and $13 for children (age 6-12). Children 5 and under are free with adult ticket purchase. Special group discount for 15+ tickets is available by calling 612-373-5665.

Hours for “Vatican Splendors” are Mondays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to

8 p.m., Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays noon to

5 p.m. For more information call 1-877-2VATICAN (1-877-282-8422) or visitwww.vaticansplendors.com.

“Vatican Splendors” media partners are KARE 11 and Star Tribune.

“Vatican Splendors” is organized and circulated in conjunction with the Governatorato of the Vatican City State. The exhibition is produced by Evergreen Exhibitions in association with the Minnesota Historical Society. Objects in the exhibition are on loan from the Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff, the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples, the Vatican Museums, the Reverenda Fabbrica of Saint Peter, and the Apostolic Floreria. Additional objects are on loan by the Papal Swiss Guard and private collections.

The Minnesota Historical Society is a non-profit educational and cultural institution established in 1849 to preserve and share Minnesota history. The Society tells the stories of history through museum exhibits developed by the Society, traveling exhibits from other museums and organizations, extensive libraries and collections, historic sites, educational programs and book publishing.

Evergreen Exhibitions is a world leader in providing high quality, state-of-the-art exhibitions in collaboration with more than 200 leading museums and research institutions in the United States and internationally.

Media Contacts:

Amanda Hooper

Risdall McKinney Public Relations

Phone: 651-286-6776

E-mail:Amanda@risdall.com

Jessica Kohen

Minnesota Historical Society

Phone: 651-259-3148

E-mail:Jessica.kohen@mnhs.org

These photo descriptions are available online at http://events.mnhs.org/media

9-Oct-08 2:00 PM

SPACE: A Journey to Our Future - Exhibit Highlights

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:00:00 GMT

“SPACE: A JOURNEY TO OUR FUTURE” is created to ignite the desire for space exploration and discovery among student and families, sparking imaginations and inspiring new generations of explorers to dream of the possibilities that lie ahead.

The exhibit, which is touring major science centers and air and space museums around the country over more than four years, gives audiences an opportunity to experience past explorations and look to the future of space travel.

“SPACE” reintroduces audiences to generations of dreamers and thinkers, demonstrating how they have at times risked their lives to give the world a better understanding of who we are and how we fit into the universe around us. Most importantly, visitors will meet today’s explorers, and learn how these people are working to understand more about the planet, how to protect it, and how to increase our understanding of the beginning of the universe and what life exists beyond Earth.

“SPACE” uses immersive scenic elements, the most advanced interactive exhibits and state-of-the-art projection and audio technology to bring this epic story to life.

This wide range of exhibits allows visitors to experience space exploration and discovery firsthand:

INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCES
(Note that interactives vary by venue.)

Touch a lunar sample
See artifacts such as a flown lunar scoop and camera from the Apollo program
Columbia Shuttle tiles
Listen to a radio to hear “War of the Worlds”
Step onto the “Moon Scale” and establish your weight on the Moon
View cultural artifacts surrounding space--books, toys, etc.
Switch through information coming from dozens of satellites A touch-screen computer interactive lets you look at the same star field through five different telescope set-ups
Get updated information of various probes hurtling through the Solar
System
Determine the correct amount of fuel needed to get to Mars
Step in front of an Infrared camera and see your body’s temperatures by color on the screen
Touch a meteoritic sample from Mars
Mars Rover model
Discover Space area lets kids experience space with try-on spacesuit, computer interactives, soft play toys, a space library, other media
Explore a future Lunar Base Camp while walking through a full-size space living habitat and work pod
Take a spin on a centrifuge that visitors power like a bicycle
Get a first-hand look at a wide range of artifacts from the space program
Use a range of interactives to plan, design--even pack for--your own trip to Mars
Get an up-close view of the Orion--the spacecraft that will take a new generation of human explorers back to the moon, and then onward to Mars and other destinations in the solar system; also, see a model of the Ares rocket that will propel the new spacecraft
Look far into the future of our exploration of the universe in a 360-degree theater
Experience the past, present and future of space through these and dozens of other displays, interactives and experiences

5-Jun-08 9:00 AM

SPACE: A Journey to Our Future - Exhibit Collaborators

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:00:00 GMT

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION (NASA)

Since its inception in 1958, NASA has accomplished many scientific and technological feats in air and space. NASA technology has also been adapted for many non-aerospace uses by the private sector. NASA remains a leading force in scientific research and in stimulating public interest in aerospace exploration, as well as science and technology in general. Perhaps more importantly, our exploration of space has taught us to view the Earth, ourselves, and the universe in a new way. While the tremendous technical and scientific accomplishments of NASA demonstrate vividly that humans can achieve previously inconceivable feats, we also are humbled by the realization that Earth is just a tiny "blue marble" in the cosmos. www.nasa.gov.

GENERAL MOTORS

Founded in 1908, General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), today employs about 266,000 people around the world -- more than any other automaker. With global headquarters in Detroit, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 34 countries -- also more than any other automaker. In 2007, 9.4 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn and Vauxhall. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. For more information on GM’s global reach and what it is doing to meet the changing transportation needs of each region of the world, go to www.gm.com.

LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION

Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., Lockheed Martin employs about 140,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. The Corporation reported 2007 sales of $41.9 billion. www.lockheedmartin.com.

SPACE DAY

The Space Day Program, established and sponsored by Lockheed Martin, was created to broaden the scope of this unique educational initiative. The Space Day Program implements educational activities aimed at strengthening science, math, and technology education. The Space Day Program acts as a platform for collaborative efforts to motivate more students to pursue careers in math, science and engineering.

Lockheed Martin and the Space Day Program are proud to bring you SPACE: A Journey to Our Future, just one of the many channels through which Space Day is celebrated in local communities across the country. www.spaceday.org.

ATK

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with more than 17,000 employees in 21 states and approximately $4.5 billion in revenue. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

NATIONAL SCIENCE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

The Arlington, VA-based National Science Teachers Association is the largest professional organization in the world promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all. NSTA's current membership includes more than 55,000 science teachers, science supervisors, administrators, scientists, business and industry representatives, and others involved in science education. Learn more about NSTA on www.nsta.org.

EVERGREEN EXHIBITIONS

Founded in 1992, Evergreen Exhibitions (formerly Clear Channel Exhibitions) is one of the world's premier providers of traveling museum exhibits. Evergreen conceptualizes, designs, produces, markets and tours its exhibits, in science, natural history and children's museums. The exhibitions use educational concepts to create high quality, immersive, multi-sensory, entertaining and educational experiences for family audiences. Evergreen also organizes art exhibitions. More than 80 million people worldwide have enjoyed an Evergreen Exhibitions experience. More information on other exhibit offerings can be found at www.evergreenexhibitions.com.

5-Jun-08 9:00 AM

SPACE: A Journey to Our Future - Fact Sheet

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:00:00 GMT

WHAT: “SPACE: A Journey to Our Future” is a touring exhibition on space exploration, one of the most comprehensive interactive presentations ever developed. The exhibit introduces visitors to today’s explorers who are shaping our future in the universe and lets us literally step into the future of space exploration.

MADE POSSIBLE BY: “SPACE” is made possible by General Motors and Lockheed Martin. Lead promotional units of GM are Cadillac and OnStar. The exhibit is produced by Evergreen Exhibitions (formerly Clear Channel Exhibitions) in educational collaboration with NASA, Lockheed Martin Space Day, and the National Science Teachers Association. Additional support is provided by ATK.

PURPOSE: To ignite the desire for discovery, spark imaginations and inspire a new generation of explorers in space.

SECTIONS: The exhibit’s content encompasses four themes:
1) Dare to Dream, 2) A Dream Come True, 3) Living the Dream, 4) Dream of Tomorrow

EXHIBIT SIZE: Approximately 6,000 square feet

LENGTH OF TOUR: 5 years

POINTS OF INTEREST:

Touch the Moon and Mars. Visitors can touch actual rocks from the lunar surface and the red planet.
Space Exploration Artifacts. Visitors will see a wide range of artifacts from the space program past and present, presented in context--space suits, lunar rover tire, camera and lunar scoop from Apollo program, early fuel cell, shuttle tiles, etc. Also, artifacts that tell about our fascination with space, such as Jules Verne’s “Earth to the Moon,” “War of the Worlds” and Life Magazine stories.
Today’s Space Program. This interactive area examines the International Space Station, NASA studies in areas such as robonauts, deep space probes, next-generation telescopes, living in space and space tourism. Mars rover model and Mars experience area helps visitors learn about current missions.
Constellation Program. Visitors get an up-close look at the Orion, the new spacecraft that will bring human explorers back to the moon, and the Ares rocket, which will propel the new spacecraft.
Lunar Base Camp. Would-be explorers can literally step into the future and interact aboard a re-created future base camp on the Lunar surface.
Create your Own Mission to Mars. Through hands-on interactive displays and modules, visitors can design their own trip to Mars--from the design of the spacecraft to living quarters to supplies needed (and, find out how successful their trip would likely be).
360-degree “Future Theatre.” In an immersive media experience, looks far into the future of exploration and deep into space, pondering mysteries to be revealed and questions to be answered.

5-Jun-08 9:00 AM

National 'SPACE' Exhibit Tour Blasts Off in Seattle

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:00:00 GMT

National 'SPACE' Exhibit Tour Blasts Off in Seattle
Exhibition Created to Generate New Interest in Space Education and Exploration

WASHINGTON, D.C. - An unprecedented traveling exhibition on space exploration has lifted off at Seattle’s Pacific Science Center. “SPACE: A Journey to Our Future” is made possible by General Motors and Lockheed Martin. SPACE is produced by Evergreen Exhibitions (formerly Clear Channel Exhibitions) in educational collaboration with National Aeronautics and Space Administration (“NASA”) and the National Science Teachers Association (“NSTA”).

One of the largest-ever touring space events, the exhibit is designed to be scaled to fit in museum galleries ranging from 6,000 to 12,000 square feet. SPACE will travel to major science centers and museums in 12-15 North American cities over five years. The purpose of SPACE is to present educational elements in scenic environments that will fuel one’s imagination in the future of space exploration.

SPACE examines amazing discoveries and explorations from the past and introduces visitors to today’s explorers who are shaping our future destiny in the universe. Most of the emphasis in the content relates to current and future exploits in human spaceflight. The exhibit features child-friendly interactives, immersive environments and state-of-the-art projection and audio technology to bring this epic story to life. Highlights will include opportunities to touch pieces of the Moon and Mars, ride a self-powered centrifuge, tour a full-scale future lunar habitat and work station, get an up-close view of next-generation spacecraft and technology, and interactively plan a trip to Mars.

“Our exploration of space is an absolute necessity,” said former NASA astronaut Gene Cernan, the second American to walk in space and the last man to leave his footprints on the Moon. “This exhibit could be the spark that lights the imagination of a future astronaut or a scientist in the space program.”

Elizabeth A. Lowery, GM vice president of Environment and Energy, noted that for GM, the opportunity to educate in the areas of math and science is extremely important. "The SPACE exhibit embodies many of our corporate education principles including providing young people the chance to learn from real people and about real-world applications of technology," she said.
"We were also pleased to lend the expertise of our scientists and engineers to help create the educational resources for this exhibit focusing on energy, hydrogen and fuel cells."

Additional support for SPACE is provided by the Lockheed Martin. “Our exploration of space is an absolute necessity,” said former NASA astronaut Brian Duffy, a four-time shuttle astronaut and commander of Space Shuttles Endeavour and Discovery, and currently Vice President and Associate Program Manager for Lockheed Martin. “This exhibition could be the spark that lights the imagination of a future astronaut or a scientist in the space program.”

The exhibit contains a strong educational component geared towards ages 9 - 17. Leading science centers across the country, such as the St. Louis Science Center, Maryland Science Center, Pacific Science Center and the California Science Center, served on an educational committee along with representatives from NASA, NSTA, GM, Lockheed Martin and Space Day, to ensure the exhibit’s educational message and content accuracy. A teacher’s guide complements the exhibit and is available for download on www.spaceexhibit.com.

Exhibition tour cities that have been announced include Seattle; St. Louis; Tampa; Ashland, Nebraska; Chicago; Detroit; Cincinnati; Raleigh; Washington, DC; and Sacramento.

National promotional partners are Cadillac and OnStar by GM. Additional support is provided by ATK.

5-Jun-08 9:00 AM

Exhibition to showcase Leonardo da Vinci inventions in largest ever North American tour

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 16:30:00 GMT

SAN ANTONIO-(BUSINESS WIRE)-An unprecedented traveling exhibition of the inventions of Leonardo da Vinci will tour North America beginning in 2008.

"Leonardo da Vinci's Machines in Motion," created by Worldwide Museum Activities (WMA) and organized by Evergreen Exhibitions, will bring from Florence, Italy the largest exhibition of full-size machine replicas, constructed according to Leonardo da Vinci’s famous codices. The exhibit will appear in science centers and natural history museums in major cities. Evergreen has begun solicitation for national sponsors of the tour.

With a large footprint that can be condensed to 5,000 square feet, "Machines in Motion" uniquely presents 40 functional actual-size working artifacts-as opposed to miniatures or static displays-built by a team of renowned historians and engineers who have studied Leonardo da Vinci’s codices.

Visitors can manipulate and fully activate the machines, which were designed based on the materials-rope, wood, glue, etc.-proposed by Leonardo da Vinci and the tools available at the time each was designed.

The exhibit is organized into four parts, based on Leonardo da Vinci's study of the elements of nature and applied knowledge: earth, air, fire and water. Highlights include a revolving crane, a full-size armored car (large enough for several visitors to explore inside), a working robot, four flying machines, the bicycle, the printing press, floats for walking on water, the parachute and the machine gun.

The exhibition is of particular interest to students and young audiences, because it provides an engaging combination of education and entertainment in an experience that explores history, science, mechanics and physics, invention and innovation. The exhibit has appeared in Athens and Istanbul to broad audiences, positive critical reviews and substantial media coverage.

Evergreen Exhibitions (formerly Clear Channel Exhibitions), founded in 1992, is one of the world's premier providers of traveling museum exhibits. Evergreen conceptualizes, designs, produces, markets and tours its exhibits, primarily in science, natural history and children's museums. More than 80 million people worldwide have attended the company’s exhibitions. More company information is available at www.evergreenexhibitions.com.

2-3-05 Event News Release

noemail@evergreenexhibitions.com — Thu, 03 Feb 2005 15:00:00 GMT

NASA TO DISCUSS 'RETURN TO FLIGHT' AT MOSI SPACE EXHIBIT SPACE CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS WILL GIVE TAMPA AREA TEACHERS A HANDS-ON VIEW OF SPACE TECHNOLOGY TAMPA, FL (February 3, 2005) - Seven Tampa area teachers will attend Space Camp for a full week this summer courtesy of a scholarship program funded by the national sponsors of the exhibit, SPACE: A Journey to Our Future. Today's announcement of scholarships to teach the teachers was made by Wit Ostrenko, president of Tampa's Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI), during events attended at the Museum by senior National Aeronautical & Space Administration (NASA) officials, former astronauts and the exhibit's national sponsors, General Motors and Lockheed Martin. We cannot adequately thank our national corporate sponsors, GM and Lockheed Martin, for their generosity in providing this special and very direct way to impact the way young people learn about space exploration, Ostrenko said. The teachers who earn these scholarships will have...

Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:12:13 GMT

Leonardo da Vinci is celebrated as a painter, sculptor, musician, architect, engineer and anatomist. Most enduring to his legacy are his inventions and designs. Machines in Motion presents 40 full-scale machines that were built after in-depth study of Leonardo da Vinci’s designs by a group of scientists and skilled craftsmen in Florence, Italy. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that many of the mechanisms are life-sized and fully operational. Visitors may touch and set them in motion, combining a fascinating hands-on experience with an exploration of the principles he employed to create each machine. The machines are grouped into four sections based upon applications linked to the elements--air, water, land and fire--which held a strong fascination for Leonardo da Vinci. Exhibits include such visionary inventions as the helicopter and glider, the armored tank, the drive transmission, the printing press and the bicycle. Most of the materials used in the construction of these machines...

Upcoming Venues

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:05:06 GMT

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Public Museum
Sept. 5, 2009 - Jan. 10, 2010

Between Omaha and Lincoln, Nebraska

Strategic Air and Space Museum

Jan. 23, 2010 - May 9, 2010

Bozeman, Montana

Museum of the Rockies

Sept. 25, 2010 - Jan. 2, 2011

Upcoming Venues

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:02:36 GMT

Port Huron, Michigan

Port Huron Museum

Sept. 5, 2009 - Jan. 3, 2010

Cincinnati, OH
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Sept. 11, 2010 - Jan. 2, 2011

The Enemy Within:

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:00:57 GMT

Evergreen Exhibitions and the International Spy Museum™ have announced the tour of a new exhibit exploring terror in America 's own backyard. From the Revolutionary War to the War on Terrorism, The Enemy Within: Terror in America - 1776 to Today provides unprecedented perspective into terror on American soil. The exhibition uncovers the forgotten stories of domestic terrorists and foreign agents, militant radicals and saboteurs, who have threatened America’s sense of security over the past 200 years. It also explores the questions: how do we identify who the enemy is? And how do we keep the country safe without compromising the civil liberties upon which it was founded? The exhibit was created by the International Spy Museum™, which is located in Washington, D.C., and the traveling exhibit is organized by Evergreen Exhibitions. Travel Back through time to discover dramatic stories including: City of Washington Captured and White House Torched - 1814 Manhattan Hit by...

Evergreen Exhibitions - The Robot Zoo

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:58:24 GMT

Upcoming Venues

Robot Zoo

(5,000 sq. ft. version)

Koc Museum

Istanbul, Turkey

Nov. 28, 2009 - May 30, 2010

Robot Zoo

(2,500 sq. foot. version)

Shreveport, LA

Sci-Port Discovery Center

Jan. 24, 2009 - May 10, 2009

THE ROBOT ZOO

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:57:16 GMT

TRAVELING EXHIBIT REVEALS BIOMECHANICS OF ROBOT ANIMALS Children across the nation can explore the biomechanics of complex animal robots to discover how real animals work, thanks to a touring exhibit, The Robot Zoo. The 5,000-square-foot exhibit reveals the magic of nature as a master engineer. Eight robot animals and more than a dozen hands-on activities illustrate fascinating real-life characteristics, such as how a chameleon changes colors, a giant squid propels itself and a fly walks on the ceiling. The larger-than-life-size animated robots include a chameleon, a rhinoceros, a giant squid with 18-foot tentacles and a platypus. Also featured are a house fly with a 10-foot wingspread, a grasshopper, a bat and a giraffe whose head and neck alone stretch 9 feet tall. Cutaways expose the animals' insides as a host of easily recognizable machine parts and gadgets, such as shock absorbers and pumps, that demonstrate what makes animals work. By comparing anatomy, environments and...

Upcoming Venues

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:54:27 GMT

Microbes
Seoul
War Museum
5,000 sq. ft.

Microbes (Scaled Version)
Martinsville, Virginia
Virginia Museum of Natural History
May 16, 2009 - Sept. 13, 2009

MICROBES: Invisible Invaders, Amazing Allies (5,000 and 3,000 sq. ft. versions)

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:50:13 GMT

INVISIBLE INVADERS TAKE OVER AMERICA: Traveling Exhibit Takes Mystery Out of Microbes A traveling exhibition is taking children on an interactive journey through the hidden world of microbes. Microbes: Invisible Invaders... Amazing Allies uncovers a mysterious universe of microscopic organisms-from those that sustain life on Earth to those that threaten our health and even our existence. Experience the unseen world of microbes in a high-tech, visually compelling interactive exhibit that includes computer games, hands-on experiences, and dazzling special effects. Microbes: Invisible Invaders, Amazing Allies provides valuable information about one of the most pervasive and important, although misunderstood, influences in our lives--the world of microbes. Microbes: Invisible Invaders, Amazing Allies takes visitors on a journey through an unseen world, one which sustains all life on earth while holding the deadly potential to wipe out millions. The interactive, 5,000-square-foot...

Upcoming Venues

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:43:32 GMT

5,000 sq. ft.
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Organization for Bat Conservation
(ongoing display)

2,500 sq. ft.
Richmond, Virginia
Science Museum of Virginia
Sept. 13, 2009 - Jan. 3, 2009

MASTERS OF THE NIGHT: The True Story of Bats 5,000 sq. ft version)

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:41:33 GMT

BAT EXHIBIT TURNS MYTHS UPSIDE-DOWN Masters of the Night: The True Story of Bats, a touring museum exhibit, is bringing the mystery surrounding bats out of the dark. The exhibition, with concurrent tours in the United States, Mexico and Europe, dispels popular misconceptions about bats, describes their ecological importance and gives visitors an appreciation of the true wonders of the bat world. Special effects, multi-sensory interactive displays, a Gothic castle and environmentally lifelike settings such as caves and rain forests present bats in mythic and real-life settings. Bats are a mystery to most people. Very few have ever seen a bat up close. What little most people know comes from folklore, myth or superstition. The truth about bats is they are gentle, beneficial, and amazing animals. Their value has been overshadowed by their tainted reputation - a reputation based on ignorance and fear of the unknown. With lifelike cave piece sets, models and interactives, the...