ExhibiTours to Bring AMNH's THE POWER OF POISON to East London from 16 May
By: BWW News Desk Mar. 13, 2015
For as long as people have created myths, they've told stories about the mysterious powers of poison. What evolved in animals and plants as a defence against predators or a means of preying has been used by humans throughout history for magic, murder, villainy and, more recently, to create ground-breaking medical breakthroughs.
The Power of Poison explores the role of poison in nature, myth and human health. Visitors will encounter some of history's most puzzling poisoning cases, step into the pages of fairy tales, use clues to solve poisoning mysteries, and take part in a live theatre presentation to help unravel a real-world case of poisoning as this fascinating exhibition examines how toxins shape our lives.
This new, family-friendly special exhibition creates an engaging and immersive environment through the use of interactive components, models, multimedia and live animals. Whether as a defence against predators, a source of magical strength, or a lifesaving medical treatment, the story of poison is filled with mystery, intrigue, fascinating tales and surprising benefits.
Carol Stenberg of UK promoters ExhibiTours said today: "Inspirational and spellbinding, The Power of Poison is a highly theatrical exhibition suitable for all ages that explores the many roles that poison has played in nature, history, culture and beyond."
Mark Siddall, curator of the original American Museum of Natural History Exhibition said: "Millions of years of evolutionary history have produced a rich diversity of poisons across all groups of plants and animals, an arsenal of biochemical weapons. In this exhibition we illuminate how poison is used in the natural world and the evolutionary history behind it, as well as the ways in which people have used poisons to try and understand their powers through the centuries."
EXPLORE HOW THE POWER OF POISON AFFECTS MANY ASPECTS OF OUR LIVES:
POISON IN NATURE
Visit Columbia's Choco Forest: Organisms use poison to protect themselves or capture prey. Walk through this immersive exhibit and observe toxic species of plants and animals whilst considering: What is it? Who or what is its target? How does it use poison, and why?
POISON IN MYTH AND LEGEND
Once upon a time (or until germs were discovered), people couldn't tell if sickness was caused by infection, poison or even magic. Stories of dramatic poisonings intrigue because they are mysterious and frightening, and because many contain a kernel of truth. Examine here the reality behind fascinating tales such as the Witches of Macbeth, Snow White, Mad Hatters and Greek Legends before taking a look at the Poisons In Literature bookshelf...
DETECTING POISON
Step inside the Victims and Villains Gallery and discover how, from Cleopatra to Napoleon, history is filled with famous poisonings, many of which remain unsolved. Explore how these figures may have died.
Understanding Poisons Live Presentation. Throughout most of history, people had little understanding of what was poisonous, and why. Until the mid-1800s, when scientists developed forensic tools to detect poisons in the human body, many deaths remained a mystery.
POISON BY ACCIDENT
Get Interactive and solve case studies. Intentional poisonings are rare today, but accidental poisonings do happen. Using iPads visitors can investigate evidence, compare clues and weed out red herrings to figure out what poisoned a dog, an owl and Captain Cook.
POISON FOR GOOD
Toxins extracted from plants and animals, including venoms, are being studied to treat conditions such as high blood pressure, multiple sclerosis and cancer. Here, explore how poisons are increasingly becoming of benefit to humanity.
Tickets go on general sale Friday 13th March and are available from www.powerofpoison.co.uk and on 020 3773 8995.
THE OLD TRUMAN BREWERY - The Old Truman Brewery is home to a hive of creative businesses as well as exclusively independent shops, galleries, markets, bars and restaurants. For fifteen years the Old Truman Brewery has been regenerating its ten acres of vacant and derelict buildings into spectacular office, retail, leisure and event spaces. The finely tuned mix of business and leisure has created an environment unique in London, making the Old Truman Brewery a destination in its own right.
EXHIBITOURS LTD - ExhibiTours Ltd was founded in order to source and stage high quality exhibitions from around the world in the United Kingdom. In addition to this, ExhibiTours are expanding their business model by curating their own bespoke exhibitions which feature a range of thought provoking topics; showcasing genuine historical pieces and boasting fascinating interactive elements. Nathan Sawaya's The Art of the Brick exhibition, currently showing at The Old Truman Brewery has to date (Feb '15) welcomed 140,000 visitors and has extended its original run by three months to close on April 12th.
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY (AMNH.ORG) - The American Museum of Natural History, founded in 1869, is one of the world's preeminent scientific, educational, and cultural institutions. The Museum encompasses 45 permanent exhibition halls, including the Rose Center for Earth and Space and the Hayden Planetarium, as well as galleries for temporary exhibitions. It is home to the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial, New York State's official memorial to its 33rd governor and the nation's 26th president, and a tribute to Roosevelt's enduring legacy of conservation. The Museum's five active research divisions and three cross-disciplinary centers support approximately 200 scientists, whose work draws on a world-class permanent collection of more than 33 million specimens and artifacts, as well as specialized collections for frozen tissue and genomic and astrophysical data, and one of the largest natural history libraries in the world. Through its Richard Gilder Graduate School, it is the only museum in the Americas authorized to grant the Ph.D. degree. In 2012, the Museum began offering a pilot Master of Arts in Teaching program with a specialization in Earth science, which is the only non-university affiliated such program in the United States. Annual attendance has grown to approximately 5 million, and the Museum's exhibitions and Space Shows can be seen in venues on five continents. The Museum's website and collection of apps for mobile devices extend its collections, exhibitions, and educational programs to millions more beyond its walls. Visit amnh.org for more information.
DETAILS:
TICKET PRICES (Please note, Weekday tickets are Mon - Thurs, Weekend Fri - Sun)
Adult: Weekday £13 / Weekend £15
Child: Weekday £8 / Weekend £9
Family (2 adults 2 kids): Weekday £37/ Weekend £45
Concessions (seniors, students, disabled passes): Weekday £11 / Weekend £13
GROUP RATES:
Adult (8+): Mon - Thur £11.50
Adult (20+): Mon - Thur £10.50
Adult (8+) Fri - Sun £12.50
Primary Schools: Mon - Fri £6.00
Secondary Schools: Mon - Fri £7.50
For tickets visit www.powerofpoison.co.uk or call 020 3373 8993
No booking fee will be applied online, by phone or through any Authorised selling agent.
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