Upon entering the darkened interior of the cube, I was greeted by a floating, three-dimensional image of our planet its like something straight out of Star Wars. The sphere, created by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and given by Umass Dartmouth, is one of only forty-one in the world, and the only one you’ll find in New England. The centerpiece of the Explorium is an enormous blue cubical that holds the Science on a Sphere® exhibit. As everyone knows, crafting and exciting stories can make even the crankiest child squeal with delight! The Discovery Bay, a warm, soft lit room adjacent to the Explorer’s Zone, offers story-telling daily between 12pm and 2pm. Little octopuses, made from old toilet tissue rolls, sat next to bird feathers dipped in oil to demonstrate its devastating effects on wildlife. Tables were set up with puzzles, games, arts and craft projects, and other pollution-related experiments encouraging tactile interaction. She explained that the activity themes change regularly I happened to be visiting the Explorium midway through pollution week.
We spoke briefly about the educational programs and activities the Explorium offers to everyone, from children to adults. I then met Sarah, a volunteer in charge of the Explorer’s Zone area. I stepped inside eagerly anticipating my winter adventure, and was immediately greeted by a friendly pair of volunteers who provided me with informative brochures and promised to field whatever questions I may have had as I wandered about. The marble walls and natural lighting that once made for an inviting financial establishment now quietly compliment a vivid array of marine life.
The interior has been transformed to accommodate several living aquarium exhibits, while somehow allowing its original aesthetic beauty to shine through. The facility is housed in an elegant building on the corner of Purchase and Union streets, formerly home to The New Bedford Institution for Savings. New Bedford’s Ocean Explorium, a nonprofit organization established in 2008, is located by the seaport in historic downtown. Just recently I had the pleasure of introducing myself to one such gem. There is something exciting about spending an afternoon uncovering the hidden gems your city has to offer. And what better place to have an adventure than our very downtown? The Discovery Bay room at the Explorium. Winter is about trying new things, perfecting old hobbies, and creating adventures. I get so caught up in the negativity of winter that sometimes I forget it isn’t just about plummeting temperatures, icy roads, and long hours of television.
#Oceanarium new bedford ma full
Apponagansett Point Recreation Area - 8.With winter in full force, I often find myself searching for ways to alleviate my seasonal blues.University of Massachusetts Dartmouth - 8.11 km Other Show all on map ».Acushnet Avenue - 6.03 km Colleges and Universities Show all on map ».Mattapoisett Neck - 6.38 km Famous Streets Show all on map ».Eel Pond - 5.45 km Attractions Show all on map ».Solemar Hospital - 6.32 km Rivers and Lakes Show all on map ».New Bedford Saint Lukes Hospital - 4.96 km.Central New Bedford Historic District - 3.65 km.Mattapoisett Town Beach - 6.78 km Historical Buildings Show all on map ».Fort Phoenix Beach State Reservation - 2.50 km.Fort Phoenix State Reservation - 2.16 km Beaches Show all on map ».Mattapoisett Shipyard Park - 7.19 km Monuments and Landmarks Show all on map ».
0 kommentar(er)
