Hot Spot Chang O'Hara's Bistro. The year in review and what to expect in 2000. The buffet at Boca Chica. When the old Science Museum of Minnesota closed its doors almost four months ago the opening of the new museum was eagerly awaited. Visitors to the newly opened Science Museum wander its sprawling displays in awe, while those who made it happen gleam proudly.
Science education needs to involve experiences rather than just displaying.
And this building took on that challenge. Entering on the downtown side of the museum, the spacious lobby has a huge ticket and information desk and plenty room for large groups to gather. Walking through the doors into the display galleries, visitors are met with a breathtaking view of the Mississippi River Valley and Harriet Island. We wanted people to feel surprised and have things to discover, not to feel stuffy and be led around as though they were in a maze. And to that end, Cers was certainly successful.