Cape? Check. Mask? Maybe. Superpowers? Most definitely! Calling all superhero fans, are you ready to save the world?
The Orlando Science Center debuted its Hall of Heroes exhibit on May 26 to the public. This interactive area is fun and educational for all ages. Every turn you make will have you learning about the history behind comic books starring your favorite superheroes, including Spiderman, Batman and Captain America.
Those visiting begin their journey in the “Identification Station” and learn about the five disciplines that are considered to be the basis for all superpowers:
- “Powers of Body”
- “Powers of the Mind”
- “Mastery”
- “Gadgets”
- “The Elements”
Once the visitors learn about the disciplines, they are then sorted into one and follow how those powers are utilized in different interactive exhibits and stations throughout.
Guests also will pass figures of the Incredible Hulk, Iron Man and Batman as they make their way through the exhibit. You’ll even be able to see the Batmobile from the 1960s TV show and press buttons to turn on the headlights, sirens, etc. With this exhibit being super family-friendly and superheroes being popular among young children nowadays, tons of kids were excitedly running around trying to find the next interactive game to play with.
Kids can defy gravity by testing their balance on a balance beam made to look like they are scaling rooftops over busy streets, test their grip strength, answer trivia questions, withstand wind in a wind tunnel to make their capes fly, and even create their own stop-motion short film using superhero and villain action figures.
The Hall of Heroes is a traveling exhibit created by Stage Nine Design and is distributed by Exhibits Development Group. The special action-packed display will only be open at the Orlando Science Center through Sept. 3. Tickets to the Orlando Science Center are $20.95 for adults and $14.95 for children ages 3-11, with children two and under free. The center is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is a parking fee of $5.
Unmask the superhero in you!
