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COSI, the Center of Science and Industry in Columbus, Ohio, is highlighting its Gadgets gallery, a hands-on exhibit space where visitors can operate machines, levers and interactive devices to explore physics and engineering principles directly. The attraction invites guests to learn by doing rather than watching, making it a popular draw for families and school groups visiting the science museum.
- 2Academy of Natural Sciences to close its museum after nearly 200 years●Academy of Natural Sciences is shutting down its museum after nearly 200 years
The Academy of Natural Sciences is shutting down its museum, ending a public operation that has run for nearly two centuries. The Philadelphia institution is one of the oldest natural science museums in the United States, and the announcement has drawn widespread attention and debate about what the closure means for its collections and for public access to science in the city.
- 3Museum of Life and Science asks Durham County for extra $2M▼Museum of Life and Science seeks additional $2M from Durham County as costs rise
The Museum of Life and Science is asking Durham County for an additional $2 million in funding as project costs continue to rise. The request comes on top of existing county support for the museum, and local officials will weigh whether to approve the extra money amid growing expenses. WRAL reported the funding appeal.
- 4Great Lakes Science Center celebrates Manufacturing Day●Great Lakes Science Center celebrates MFG Day
The Great Lakes Science Center in Cleveland marked Manufacturing Day, an annual event highlighting careers and innovation in modern manufacturing. Museums and industry partners across the United States use the day to open facilities to students and the public, showcase technology, and encourage young people to consider careers in manufacturing and engineering.
- 5Orlando Science Center to host themed laser shows on Oct. 10▼Orlando Science Center returns with themed laser shows on Oct. 10
The Orlando Science Center is bringing back its themed laser shows, scheduled for October 10. The event combines music with laser light displays at the Florida science museum. Details on the lineup and ticketing have not been widely reported, but the return of the shows is drawing local attention ahead of the date.