Islamic Science Rediscovered
  Last updated: 3/26/2009

Category: Science & Technology

Keywords:

Technology

Middle Eastern Culture(s)

Cost: $195,000
Size: 7,500-8,000 sq. ft.
Venue Length: 3 months
   
Primarily Consists Of: Hands-On Activities

Description:

Islamic Science Rediscovered is a globally touring exhibition celebrating the contribution of Muslim scholars in science and technology during the Golden Age of the Muslim world and the influence their inventions and contributions have on modern society.

Focused on an increasing knowledge and understanding of these invaluable contributions, Islamic Science Rediscovered was created to enable this message to reach science centres and museums around the world.

This exhibition is purely informative and enlightening in content, not politically or religiously motivated. The content features interactive displays featuring information on inventions, innovations and discoveries which were ahead of their time. The science topics covered span a broad spectrum including astronomy, mathematics, medicine, optics and others,

Key objectives of the Islamic Science Rediscovered exhibition:

  • To increase knowledge of the golden age of the Muslim world.
  • To stimulate interest and consciousness of the impact Muslim scholars have had in founding today’s global science and technological developments.
  • To propel the desire to further study and discover the mysteries of science by introducing esteemed scholars from the golden age of study and revolution.
  • To foster a positive appreciation for the efforts and contributions made by Muslim scholars to modern civilization.

Target audience and areas of interest: The exhibition is aimed at individuals and schools of all age groups, 12 years and up.

Previous Venues:

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Special Requirements:

Ceiling height of 11 feet, standard eletricity, $2 million insurance value

Availability:

Tour begins Fall 2008


Contact: Wayne LaBar
Organization: Liberty Science Center
222 Jersey City Blvd
Jersey City
NJ
07305
USA
Phone: 201-499-7818
Fax: 201-451-6383
Email: wlabar@lsc.org
Web Site: http://www.exhibitcommons.org/exhibits/travelingexhibitions/islamicscience/
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