TELUS World of Science Edmonton
 
MEDIA RELEASE

 For Immediate Release:  February 10, 2011

 

Family Days
at TELUS World of Science
February 19, 20 and 21, 2011

  

Edmonton - AB -- Unsure what to do this Family Day long weekend? Take your family on an adventure and enjoy a day of waves and wonder at TELUS World of Science - Edmonton

 

Catch the wave in IMAX and experience The Ultimate Wave Tahiti in IMAX. 

Experience an incredible surfing adventure with ten-time world champion Kelly Slater as he searches for the wave of a lifetime. Filmed in Tahiti and among the islands of French Polynesia, the film features amazing surfing action in a beautiful Pacific paradise.

 

Explore science and wonder in The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition.

Step into magical world of Narnia in this exhibition that showcases the fantasy and science behind C.S. Lewis' beloved books. Visitors are able to build an arch, create a coat of arms, touch a frozen waterfall and more while touring displays with authentic costumes and props from the blockbuster Narnia films.

 

Go on a lunar adventure with One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure in full-dome.

Big Bird, Elmo and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu, take viewers on a journey to the stars that introduces young minds to astronomy in a fun and interactive way.

 

Find out just how cold cold can be with our Cryongenics: The Ultimate Cool Science Demonstration

Explore the science of cold and leave with a special treat of our very own "Super-Cooled Ice Cream". Don't miss this and our other Science Demonstrations including the award-winning Sounds of Science where visitors can see sound waves in a fiery display.

 

Discover the universe with our Magic Planet

Visitors can now use cutting-edge technology along with a touch screen to visualize each of the planets in our Environment Gallery. The Earth will be uncovered like never before as visitors select images of earthquakes, hurricanes and other fascinating weather patterns.

 

For more information including show times call 780-451-3344 or visit www.telusworldofscience.com/edmonton

 

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 About TELUS World of Science - Edmonton
 
TELUS World of Science - Edmonton is a world-class, broad-based science centre inspiring and motivating people to learn about and contribute to science and technology. TELUS World of Science - Edmonton is a leader in providing high quality, interactive programs and exhibits creating an avenue for both learning and entertainment, which spark the imagination of people of all ages. The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation is a non-profit organization that operates TELUS World of Science - Edmonton. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Donalda DaSilva Pelton                                                                                                          
Advertising & Promotions Manager                                                                                        
TELUS World of Science                                                                                                        
780-452-9100         
donaldap@telusworldofscienceedmonton.com