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LEONARDO DA VINCI: MAN,
INVENTOR, GENIUS
EXHIBITION
OCT. 4, 2008 - JAN. 4, 2009
Internationally Acclaimed Exhibition Explores da Vinci’s
Inventions
Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest
geniuses the world has ever known. And while many people are familiar with da
Vinci, the artist, few realize that he was an even more prolific inventor. On
Oct. 4, 2008 the Detroit Science Center will present da Vinci’s inventions, and
more, when it opens the internationally acclaimed exhibition Leonardo da
Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius.
More than 500 years ago, da Vinci designed
flying machines, robots, submarines, underwater breathing gear and solar-powered
industries; and laid most of the groundwork for the artificial heart valve. In
Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius, visitors will
see 60 models of da Vinci's famous machines, inventions and designs based on
ancient codices, including a hang glider, helicopter, military tank and more.
Visitors will be able to push, pull, crank
and interact with these exhibits for a greater understanding of the math,
engineering and physics principles behind them. Through these large-scale models
of his work, computer-animated models of his discoveries, dramatic film
highlights of his life and examples of “modern-day da Vincis,” the exhibit
presents the genius of Leonardo da Vinci as few have ever seen it.
Explore the myths and legends surrounding da
Vinci’s life and consider how his legacy inspires and challenges us today – only
at
the Detroit Science Center!
Click
here for a video overview of
Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius.
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Meet Leonardo da
Vinci
Meet Leonardo da Vinci every Wednesday - Friday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.,
and
Saturday-Sunday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., inside the exhibit hall! Ticket
required
for entry into the exhibit. |
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Ticket Pricing
Tickets to
Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius are $16.95 for adults and
$13.95 for children and seniors. General museum admission is included with the
exhibition ticket. Discounted tickets are available for groups and Detroit
Science Center members. Audio tours are available for an additional $4.00.
Age Recommendation
This exhibit is recommended for
ages 8 and up.
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Press Page
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preview the press page for Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius.
The Detroit Science
Center would like to thank the Michigan Renaissance Festival for it's support of
Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius.
The Detroit Science Center would like to thank the following media
sponsors:
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