Born To Be Wild 3D
Stunningly captured in IMAX 3D, Born To Be Wild 3D is a heartwarming adventure transporting moviegoers into the lush rainforsts of Borneo with world-renowned primatologsit Dr. Birute Mary Galdikas, and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dame Daphne Sheldrick, as they and their teams rescue, rehabilitate and return these orphaned orangutans and elephants back to the wild. Narrated by Academy-Award Winner Morgan Freeman.
Sea Rex 3D: Journey to a Prehistoric World
Through the power of IMAX®, experience a wondrous adventure from the dinosaur age with "Sea Rex: Journey to a Prehistoric World.” Join Julie, an imaginative young woman, as she travels from a modern-day aquarium to the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. Immerse yourself in a lost age, 200 million years back in time, and get ready for a face-to-face encounter with the T-Rex of the seas!
Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol: The IMAX Experience®
Tom Cruise returns in the starring role as Ethan Hunt and is joined by an international cast that includes Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Paula Patton, Michael Nyqvist, Vladimir Mashkov, Josh Holloway, Anil Kapoor and Léa Seydoux.
The Dark Knight Rises Prologue
The AutoNation® IMAX Theater is the only theater in South Florida selected for an exclusive engagement of the six-minutes-long THE DARK KNIGHT RISES prologue, which is playing before each show of Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol --- a definite must-see for Batman fans. Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol ticket purchase required.
COMING SOON
Journey 2: The Mysterious Island: An IMAX 3D Experience
Opens February 10, 2012
The new journey begins when young adventurer Sean (Josh Hutcherson) receives a coded distress signal from a mysterious island where no island should exist--a place of strange life forms, mountains of gold, deadly volcanoes, and more than one astonishing secret. Unable to stop him from going, Sean's new stepfather (Dwayne Johnson) joins the quest. Together with a helicopter pilot (Luis Guzman) and his beautiful, strong-willed daughter (Vanessa Hudgens), they set out to find the island, rescue its lone inhabitant and escape before seismic shockwaves force the island under the sea and bury its treasures forever.
John Carter: An IMAX 3D Experience
Opens March 9, 2012
Edgar Rice Burroughs' classic tale of interplanetary adventure arrives on the big screen in this sweeping sci-fi spectacle marking the live-action debut of Oscar-winning director Andrew Stanton (Finding Nemo, WALL-E). Civil War veteran John Carter (Taylor Kitsch) was still haunted by the violence he witnessed on the battlefield when he inexplicably awoke on the distant planet of Barsoom (Mars). Upon learning that the inhabitants of Barsoom are bracing for a major conflict and that war appears inevitable, John finds out that love is a rare commodity on the Red Planet, and summons the courage to be the hero the Martians have been hoping for. Meanwhile, John falls under the spell of the enchanting Dejah Thoris (Lynn Collins), who struggles to suppress her compassion in a society known for its warlike ways. Willem Dafoe, Samantha Morton, and Mark Strong co-star.
To the Arctic: An IMAX 3D Experience
Opens April 20, 2012
To The Arctic tells the story of one mother polar bear’s determination to keep her cubs alive in the face of natural predators and a rapidly changing climate. The polar bear has become the symbol of change in the Arctic and our impact on the planet, but this story is not just about a species’ struggle for survival. Home to people, animals and sea creatures that thrive on this icy world of glaciers, the Arctic Circle is facing dramatic changes that threaten to disrupt this delicate balance of life.
SPECIAL EXHIBITS
NOW ON EXHIBIT
K’NEX: Building Thrill Rides
What’s the angular velocity of the Blender Ride as it spins about the center post? This is just one of many questions that will be answered in K’NEX: Building Thrill Rides, a special exhibit that will captivate visitors and provide them the opportunity to explore the science, math and technology behind hair-raising amusement park thrill rides.
The display models will range from a 10-foot-tall roller coaster, to a 6-foot Ferris wheel all made from K'NEX regular and micro parts. The realistic actions of the models will bring scientific and engineering concepts to life for visitors, who will be able to conduct simple experiments to explore physical forces such as potential and kinetic energy, and linear and rotational motion.
Happily, children won’t have to leave their on-site creations behind – instead, they can purchase their designs, with pricing based on a Weigh & Pay model. The Explore Store will also have K’NEX sets on sale for aspiring young engineers and architects.
COMING SOON
Opening May 19, 2012 GECKOS: Tails to Toepads
The Geckos—Tails to Toepads traveling exhibit introduces visitors to the remarkable diversity of lizards with engaging interactives and living examples from around the world. Lush, naturalistic habitats draw audiences into the geckos’ realm. The gecko habitats re-create natural environments in astonishing detail. State-of-the-art controls provide lighting, humidity, temperature, and water quality to meet the needs of these delicate creatures. Visitors can experience gecko night vision, listen to gecko voices, learn unusual facts from gecko experts, try to spot camouflaged geckos, and build a custom gecko for various environments. The exhibition also presents cutting edge science, from the race to catalog and classify gecko diversity to unraveling the mysteries of gecko adhesion.
SPECIAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Smart Watts Home Energy Saver Workshops
Workshops will teach Fort Lauderdale residents how they can make their homes more energy efficient and save money through easy, no-cost or low-cost energy savings actions. During the workshops, participants will discover the importance of home energy surveys as well as learn tips, tools and resources for conserving energy and water. They will develop a personal home energy savings plan that can reduce their utility bills by 15 to 30 percent. Eligible workshop attendants will receive a free toolkit valued at $100. To register for this free workshop, please call the museum at 954.713.0940 or click here to register online.
Wednesdays: January 11 and 25, 2012; February 8 and 22, 2012; March 7 and 21, 2012 at 6:00 p.m.
Saturdays: January 28, February 25, and March 24, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.
Pet Fair Day
January 21, 2012
12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Come join the Museum of Discovery and Science for a fun-filled day devoted to our furry friends! Learn all about how to care for your pets, enjoy special showcases of exotic animals, and even bring home a new toy for your best friend which you can design yourself at the Pet Toy Design station. A variety of exciting demonstrations will be held throughout the day, including the Jungle Island Animal Show, sponsored by the Bird Lovers Club.
The Nitro Show
1:30 p.m.
Ever wonder what -320° F will do to the molecules in everyday items? Discover how cold things can get with liquid nitrogen and see how physical changes can create explosive results.
Jungle Island Animal Show
(Sponsored by the Bird Lovers Club)
2:30 p.m.
Grab your seat for an exciting show hosted by Jungle Island and the Bird Lovers Club that includes outrageous birds and exciting mammals.
KaBoom!
3:30 p.m.
Be blown away by this explosive show that demonstrates matter in its most interesting forms with colorful explosions, bright flashes and loud bangs. See how amazing the physics of our world can be!
Animal Antics
4:30 p.m.
Reptilian pets will be the focus of this show that will give you a close look at some of our crawling and slithering friends. Learn which reptiles make good pets, which may not be such a good idea to keep at home and how to care for them properly and responsibly.
Otter Talks
2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Stop by Otters at Play to meet the keeper and discover the antics of our North American River Otters while learning about life in the wild and animal husbandry training.
Pet Toy Design
Learning to be a responsible pet owner can be a lot of fun! Use easy-to-find, inexpensive materials to design a toy to enrich the life of your favorite furry or feathery and fantastic pet.
The Training Game
Do you know what it takes to train your dog, cat or rat? Learn the basics of animal training by learning the fun way to train your friend or family member. Remember, it takes patience, consistency and know-how – and of course – reward!
Ladybug Release Weekend
February 18 - 20, 2012
Help us release tens of thousands of ladybugs across the street our brand new Science Park. Learn about ladybug myths and folklore and how they grow and survive in the wild. Then take a handful of ladybugs and set them free! *Note: There are plenty of ladybugs for everyone. Don’t worry, they do not bite humans.
Body Works Weekend
March 10 & 11, 2012
12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Learn a little human “Grossology” during our Human Body Weekend. Examine the ins and outs of the systems of the body, and learn why some bodily functions are down right gross!
Volts & Jolts Weekend
March 12-15, 2012
12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Your hand will stand on end as you discovery the shocking world of electricity. Create working circuits, learn about current and static electricity, see into the future of green energy and witness the amazing Tesla coil.
Fossil Fun Weekend
March 16-18, 2012
12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Let’s get down and dirty getting to the bottom of the fossil making phenomenon. Rock out as you learn the tricks of the trade and examine the tools used by real life fossil hunters. There’s a whole lot you can tell from a fossil and we want you to dig in. Be a paleontologist and dig up a fossilized “chocolate-chip-a-saurus” from your own “cookie dig site.” Paleontologists don’t usually eat their fossil finds—but we’re making an exception for this one!
17th Annual Wine and Culinary Celebration
March 30, 2012
The 17th Annual Wine and Culinary Celebration will be held at the Museum of Discovery and Science on March 30, 2012. Guests will spend this magical evening at the Museum enjoying food, wine and music. This yearly event features a progressive sequence of amazing wine and sumptuous food pairings that please the palette while simultaneously educating and entertaining. For tickets or more information, please call 954.713.0906.
Babies, Blooms & Butterflies Weekend &
Easter Bunny Egg Hunt
April 7 & 8, 2012
Spring on in to the Museum of Discovery and Science for Babies, Blooms & Butterflies! Learn about the beautiful flowers that make the air smell sweet, discover which arthropods help to pollinate crops and flowers, and even get the opportunity to release a butterfly! Join the Easter Bunny for a special egg hunt and enjoy the Cup Cake Extravaganza!
Celebrate National DNA Weekend
April 14 & 15, 2012
Investigate DNA! Learn what DNA is and what it looks like, how it can help solve crimes, explore genetic traits, and make your own DNA necklace.
Celebrate National Astronomy
Day
April 28 & 29, 2012
Celebrate the skies! Join us for an out-of-this-world weekend event displaying the wonders of the universe. Step into our Star Lab and learn about the constellations, and check out the sun with safe solar viewing.
CAMP ADVENTURES
Museum Camp Adventures are designed to give students entire days filled with exploration and hands-on learning. For more information, visit CAMPS page.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES Fridays: 3:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Sundays: 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Planning a birthday party at the Museum of Discovery and Science is a piece of cake! Just say the word and we'll put the wheels in motion for a birthday party that your birthday child will always remember. For more information, visit BIRTHDAY PARTIES page.
OVERNIGHT CAMP-IN ADVENTURES
Bring your group to the Museum for an exciting overnight adventure. You can select from great adventures or work with our program staff to create an evening of fun just for your special group. For more information, visit CAMP INS page.
