| Telus World of Science, better known to | | | | greatest engineers, as they tackle on the world |
| Vancouverites simply as Science World, has been a | | | | around them. |
| popular destination for science enthusiasts ranging | | | | Journey to Mecca: In the Footsteps of Ibn Battuta |
| from elementary school students to adults. With its | | | | Ibn Battuta, a great explorer, undertakes a journey |
| unique exterior design, the geodesic dome shape, | | | | through the Islamic civilization from Tangier to Mecca |
| Science World can be easily identified as the giant | | | | in the years 1325 and 1326. |
| sphere situated along False Creek. It has also been | | | | Adrenaline Rush: The Science of Risk |
| affectionately called the "silver golf ball". | | | | Learn about why some people enjoy taking risks |
| Various exhibitions and shows are happening at | | | | such as extreme skydiving and base jumping. |
| Science World all the time. Past exhibition includes | | | | Van Gogh: Brush with Genius |
| Body Worlds, the anatomical exhibition of real human | | | | Dive into the life of Van Gogh and learn about the |
| body parts, which was highly anticipated. Exhibitions | | | | various places that inspired him and his artwork. |
| are usually shown for a limited time only, so it may | | | | As with the feature exhibitions, feature films are only |
| be a good idea to keep track of what exhibitions are | | | | available for a limited time, so please check the |
| coming to town so you don't miss out on the ones | | | | schedule ahead of time to avoid disappointment. |
| you want to see. The current exhibition at Science | | | | There are 6 permanent galleries within Science World. |
| World is GEEE! in Genome, which focuses on | | | | They are: Kidspace, Eureka, Our World, BodyWorks, |
| genomics. Topics include genes, DNA, genomes, stem | | | | Search, and Science News and Views. They provide |
| cells, and anything that you can possibly think of | | | | a wealth of information and hands-on activities for |
| relating to genomics. | | | | both kids and adults to fill in the time between films |
| The OMNIMAX theatre is a 400-seat theatre showing | | | | and presentations. |
| various documentaries on a giant screen, one of the | | | | Other events are also happening at the Science |
| world's largest, that is nine times larger than regular | | | | World. The upcoming Polar PJ Party allows visitors to |
| movie theatre screens. Forty-five minute long | | | | come dressed in their comfy pajamas and catch a |
| documentaries are shown throughout the day, | | | | showing of The Polar Express. There are also |
| starting at 11 am. The following is a summary of the | | | | adult-only events, where adults 19 years and older |
| currently airing feature films. | | | | can enjoy a night at Science World without any kids |
| Beavers | | | | around. There are no restriction that these adults |
| This film focuses on a family of beavers, the world's | | | | must behave like adults, however. |