Kubrick and Clarke wanted to make sure the technology in their film was realistic, if not yet real. They sought to project a future that was just far enough away to be believable yet close enough to be attainable. The film inspired many scientists and researchers to work on those attainable-looking technologies. This exhibit features some of the results of their research in space technologies and computers. Rare movie props, film clips, movie stills, models, and original artwork enhance the comparison between science fiction and science fact.
Daily activities involve kids in what it takes to explore space.
It will feature an interactive timeline where visitors will see the chronological scope of the exhibit, 1968-2001. Clickable objects highlight technologies in the film, technologies that existed in 1968 and modern day counterparts to those technologies. The online exhibit will also feature an art gallery of McCall's paintings as well as interviews with McCall and a variety of technologists inspired by the film. Find out what you'll need to take in your duffel bag. These questions and more will be answered here.