Explore ancient innovations, physics, and engineering in an engaging, educational experience. During the Hellenistic period, led by Archimedes of Syracuse, Greek mathematicians revolutionized the World by inventing new machines for engineering, civil society and warfare. Archimedes’ scientific school built lighthouses, harnessed the Sun’s energy using mirrors and discovered an ingenious method of balancing large objects in water (buoyancy) in order to build huge ships. Using geometry, they were able to measure the Earth’s distance from the Sun, the size of our planet and even track the Earth’s movement around the Sun.
Exploring 4 engaging themes:
Visitors can use the ancient legendary machines associated with Archimedes’ life such as ballistas, ‘iron-hands’ and ‘burning mirrors’ for sinking ships, as well as the lost technology used to build the great Pyramids of Egypt.
Archimedes’ mastery of geometry allowed him to create practical technology that revolutionized society. In this section, visitors can have fun with geometry, solve puzzles and use the building blocks of the third century.
These ancient machines were designed to work with the energy of gravity, wind flow, water flow and solar rays. Ancient holograms, huge dishes for projecting sound, the lost Lighthouse of Alexandria and the mechanical paradox in which objects roll ‘uphill’ are all on display.
Archimedes’ lasting impact can be clearly seen through the examination of the legends of science who studied his writings and took his ideas further. The two most notable scientists influenced by his work: Leonardo da Vinci and Galileo Galilei.
“Hosting Archimedes was an incredible experience. This engaging exhibition, featuring over 60 fascinating exhibits and inventions, captivated our visitors. The hands-on nature of the exhibition made it educational and, more importantly, loads of fun for guests of all ages.”
Donald J. Comeaux Jr. – Executive Director of the Exploreum Science Center, Mobile, Alabama
“Archimedes designed machines through relatively simple methods that would magnify and increase the physical capabilities of the human. He knew that the the most powerful tool in natural science and philosophy is observation and hands on experience, which you will find in this amazing exhibit”
Dr. Deborah Barnhart – CEO of the US Space & Rocket Center, Huntsville, Alabama
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