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Stephanie Manning
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Explore the World of Sound at Sonic Sensation
Interactive Exhibit Explores How We Hear What Goes on Around Us Every Day
(Houston, TX) – Explore the science of sound and hearing at Sonic
Sensation, The Health Museum’s latest seasonal exhibit, on display
September 15, 2012 – February 17, 2013.
Experience our sonic world and the sensation of being surrounded
by everyday sounds in this interactive exhibit. Experiment with pitch,
test your own hearing, make a movie soundtrack, and step into the
ever-popular Scream Chamber!
The 1,500 square foot exhibit consists of fourteen interactive
stations.
“Each station is designed to spark conversation and encourage interaction among museum
visitors,” said Jon Iszard, President and CEO of The Health Museum. “It’s a great way for our
visitors to learn more about how much our sense of hearing helps us absorb the actions and
activities happening around us.”
In a lively, engaging manner, Sonic Sensation presents a fun and informative opportunity to
explore sound in our environment. Learn about the anatomy and physics of how we hear, find
out about decibels, amplitude, frequency, pitch, sound waves, and what you can do to protect
your hearing.
Sort high and low pitches by hitting colored bells, create sounds by conducting an Invisible
Orchestra, and launch a billiard ball to show how sound hitting our eardrums sends signals to
our brain.
Other components invite you to measure the frequency of sounds, match mystery sounds, and
try to find hidden “animals” in kitchen cupboards by listening. Young visitors will want try out Ear
This!, a fun family photo op where they can see how they look with the ears of an elephant,
rabbit, bat and more. Children and their families will make a lot of noise at this exhibit! Discounts
are available online at thehealthmuseum.org/exhibits.
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Also this fall, visitors can see their favorite comedians, comic book characters, cartoons, clowns
and more come to life as part of the fourth annual Siege of the Skeletons event! This year’s
theme for the papier-mâché skeletons designed by teams all over Houston is Funny Bones.
Skeletons will be on display at the museum October 9 – November 11. Each team is
competing for a $100 gift card from Texas Art Supply. Winners will be awarded in the
Elementary/Middle School, High School, Open, and Museum Favorite categories. Museum
visitors who visit by November 4 will have a chance to vote for their favorites.
On Saturday, December 1, children will be able to bring their favorite stuffed friends to the
museum’s annual Teddy Bear Checkup event. All stuffed friends will get a checkup at the
event and children will be able to participate in hands-on activities like testing real medical
equipment and preparing healthy snacks, as well as learn safety tips and safe practices to use
at home. And Santa Claus will be at the event to go through the stations with the children!
Sonic Sensation was developed by the Sciencenter of Ithaca, New York.
Visitor Information
Admission to The Health Museum is $6 for children ages 3-11 and seniors 65 and over, and $8 for adults
ages 12 - 64. All children ages 2 and under are free. Tickets are available online at thehealthmuseum.org.
Discounts can only be redeemed at the museum’s ticket desk. For group discount rates and school field
trip information, call 713-521-1515, ext. 119. For more information about the museum or its programs,
visit thehealthmuseum.org.
This fall, The Health Museum will be open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Sunday, 12 5 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays and on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
ABOUT THE HEALTH MUSEUM
The Health Museum is a member institution of the world-renowned Texas Medical Center and is located
in the heart of Houston’s Museum District at 1515 Hermann Drive, Houston, TX 77004. Museum features
include You: The Exhibit, a highly interactive look at the physical, psychological and future you, and the
McGovern 4D Theater, Houston’s first 4D theater, where 3D films and environmental effects like wind,
rain and fog create a memorable experience.
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The Health Museum’s mission is to foster wonder and curiosity about health, medical science and the
human body.