Media Room

Below is information on our current exhibits and films as well as several news flashes, which tell of exciting new developments.

Science Matters: The Medicalization of Race—

November 21, 2009 from 1:00-2:30 pm

Broadcaster Tavis Smiley will moderate a panel discussion on The Medicalization of Race November 21, 2009 from 1:00-2:30 pm. The program is part of Science Matters, a Science Center panel program series that explores current science issues in the forefront of public concern. It is free to the public.

How valid is the concept of race from a biological standpoint? Should race matter or should medicine be colorblind? How much should doctors and researchers place on the role of race in health issues? Scientists will explore these issues and offer different viewpoints on the science and policy of racial categorization in medical research and disease treatment. Guests at the Science Matters program also have an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the topic by visiting related exhibits and films at the Science Center, California African American Museum (CAAM) and Skirball Cultural Center.

Click to read the press release or visit the program page for more information.

America I AM: The African American Imprint—

October 30, 2009 to April 15, 2010

America I AM: The African American Imprint, presented by Tavis Smiley, is a collection of pivotal moments in courage, conviction and creativity that celebrates the imprint of African Americans on our nation and the world. Through more than 200 historic artifacts, visitors can examine how African Americans have contributed to and shaped American culture. This special exhibition charges admission.

Guests may delve deeper with related exhibitions, programs, and films at the California African American Museum, California Science Center, and the Skirball Cultural Center.

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RACE: Are We So Different?—

October 3 – December 31, 2009

RACE: Are We So Different? encourages guests to examine the science, history and everyday impact of race. In the area of science, visitors discover that human beings are more alike than any other living species, and no one gene or set of genes can support the idea of race. In the section on history, the exhibit shows that throughout American history, economic interests, popular culture, science, politics and the struggle for power have played a role in shaping our understanding of race. In the everyday impact section, guests find that though race may not be a biological concept, it certainly is real both socially and culturally.

A project of American Anthropological Association in collaboration with the Science Museum of Minnesota, Race promotes discovery, discussion and reflection through a powerful and interactive combination of artifacts, historic and contemporary photography, multimedia components and interactive activities.

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Now Playing!

Two classic IMAX films join an ocean adventure

PULSE: a STOMP Odyssey is a visual and auditory celebration of diversity and culture, rhythm and humanity. Through percussion groups from around the globe, the film chronicles a world without boundaries or prejudices and provides a striking example of the global spirit that is a common thread within us all.

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Across the Sea of Time 3D tells the compelling story of an 11-year-old Russian stowaway, Tomas, who arrives in New York hoping to meet up with a branch of his family who came to America decades earlier. Armed with a stereopticon (an 1860’s version of a 3D viewer) and a handful of photographs from the turn of the century that a relative sent back to Russia, he suddenly encounters the sights and sounds of New York as it is today.

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Under the Sea 3D takes moviegoers to some of the most exotic and isolated undersea locations on Earth, including South Australia, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Coral Triangle islands of Papua New Guinea and Indonesia, allowing them to experience face-to-face encounters with some of the most mysterious and stunning creatures of the sea. It offers a uniquely inspirational and entertaining way to explore the beauty and natural wonder of the oceans, as well as the impact of global climate change upon them.

Click here to read the release.

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Also, please contact our staff directly if you have questions or are conducting research. You may choose from the following list:

Shell Amega
Development, Phase II Capital Project Launchings, Exhibitions, Science Center Executive Leadership
(888) 690-6669
samega@cscmail.org

Paula Wagner
Education Programs & Events, IMAX Theater, Technology Programs and Events, Air and Space Gallery Exhibitions & Programs
(213) 744-2144
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Kristina Kurasz
ExploraStore, and General Information
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