News Summary
The Las Vegas Natural History Museum will unveil its new Rainforest Adventure exhibit this summer, providing an interactive experience that allows visitors to explore various layers of rainforests. The exhibit features activities such as climbing a spider web and simulating butterfly gliding. It aims to foster an appreciation for rainforests, emphasizing their ecological importance. With admission at affordable prices and additional discounts for locals, this exhibit is designed to educate families and individuals about the wonders of these vital ecosystems.
Las Vegas Natural History Museum Launches Interactive “Rainforest Adventure” Exhibit This Summer
The Las Vegas Natural History Museum is set to open its latest exhibit, titled “Rainforest Adventure,” offering visitors an immersive experience through the vibrant world of rainforests. This traveling exhibit, developed in partnership with Minotaur Mazes, invites guests to explore the unique ecosystem of rainforests, running from now until August 10.
Exhibit Highlights
The “Rainforest Adventure” features an elaborate interactive maze that guides participants through the four distinct layers of a rainforest: the emergent layer, canopy, understory, and forest floor. Throughout the maze, visitors can engage in various hands-on activities designed to both challenge and educate. These activities include:
- Climbing a life-sized spider web to understand the functions of these arachnids.
- Utilizing a life-sized glider that simulates the experience of gliding like a butterfly through the rainforest.
- Tracking a bird migration route to learn about avian navigation.
- Discovering fascinating facts about unique rainforest creatures, including a rodent that can weigh over 100 pounds and a beetle capable of carrying over 850 times its own weight.
Additional Features and Attendance Information
One of the notable features of the exhibit is a rain gauge that allows visitors to compare the average annual rainfall in rainforests (ranging from 80 to 120 inches) with that of Las Vegas, which sees an average of only 4 inches yearly. This display emphasizes the importance of rainforests to global health and environmental stability.
Admission prices for the “Rainforest Adventure” are as follows:
- $14 per adult
- $12 for students, seniors, and military personnel
- $7 for children ages 3 to 11
Discounts are available for Nevada residents, encouraging local families to partake in this educational journey.
Visitor Information
The Las Vegas Natural History Museum is located at 900 Las Vegas Blvd N, directly north of the Cashman Center. Museum hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day, ensuring ample opportunity for visitors to experience the rainforest wonder.
For those wishing to plan their visit ahead of time, further information, including the option to purchase tickets online, can be found on the museum’s official website.
Background on the Exhibit and Its Goals
The “Rainforest Adventure” aims to foster awareness and appreciation for rainforests, which play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance and supporting biodiversity. By introducing visitors to this majestic environment, the exhibit highlights the interconnectedness of human life and the health of our planet. The museum’s efforts to educate the public about rainforest creatures and their unique adaptations further enrich the visitor’s understanding of these vital ecosystems.
This exciting exhibit represents a significant addition to the museum’s efforts to engage the community and promote environmental education. It is a perfect opportunity for families and individuals to learn about the wonders of one of the world’s most critical natural resources.
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Additional Resources
- KTNV: Desert Meets Rainforest
- Wikipedia: Rainforest
- 8 News Now: Earth’s Rainforests
- Google Search: rainforest ecosystem
- News 3 LV: Rainforest Adventure
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Rainforest
- Review Journal: Top 10 Things to Do in Las Vegas
- Google News: Las Vegas Natural History Museum
- Travel + Leisure: Tropical Vacations
