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Biosphère, Environment Museum / musée de l'environnement : Seasonal & Family Fun Activities for Kids in Île Ste. Hélène
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Biosphère, Environment Museum / musée de l'environnement : Seasonal & Family Fun Activities for Kids in Île Ste. Hélène
Biosphère, Environment Museum / musée de l'environnement : Seasonal & Family Fun Activities for Children in Île Ste. Hélène
Architectural masterpiece and symbol of Expo 67, the Biosphère is a unique and spectacular structure, located at Parc Jean-Drapeau in Montréal. Treat yourself to its interactive exhibitions aimed at increasing understanding of major environmental issues. Participate in its animated activities and special events throughout the year to learn more about day-to-day solutions to protect the environment.
Biosphère, Environment Museum / musée de l'environnement : Seasonal & Family Fun Activities for Children in Île Ste. Hélène
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2012 Temporary Exhibits
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Nature Up Close
Educational > General
Discovering the world through the lens of a microscope reveals surprising marvels. This outdoor exhibition of 40 giant photos invites you to explore these fascinating and beautiful sights, most of which cannot be seen with the naked eye. By exploring the mineral, plant and animal world, Nature Close Up! illustrates the importance of the links among living species and between them and their environment. On this journey, you will also discover the wonderful evolutionary adaptations these species have made, as well as ways they have inspired humanity. The shapes, colours and behaviours that species develop to survive are a marvel of ingenuity and extravagance! This wonderful ingenuity of nature has inspired a multitude of innovations. The energy efficiency of photosynthesis and the solidity of mother-of-pearl are just a few examples that researchers try to imitate for the greater well-being of humanity. Presented at the heart of this exhibition, the science of reproducing the finest inventions of nature is called “biomimicry.” Walking through the exhibition, visitors can also admire examples of "bio-inspired" architecture. As they have evolved, millions of species have had to overcome challenges that architects face today. Studying such things as skeletons and spider webs has helped make “bio-inspired” architecture effective and innovative in its creation of some spectacular buildings. The visionary architect Richard Buckminster Fuller, creator of the Biosphere, was inspired by microscopic organisms, the Spumellarian radiolarian skeletons, to create his geodesic dome. Presented free until May 22, 2013, Nature Close Up! lines the path stretching from the Jean-Drapeau metro station to the Biosphere.Date : 2012-06-15 to 2013-05-22
Age : From 2 Year(s) to 18 Year(s)
Gender : Both
Language : Both
Neighbourhood : Île Ste. Hélène
Permanent Exhibitions
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Finding Balance
Educational > Science
Finding balance is clearly a universal goal. It defines the relationship between society and the environment. As we seek balance both individually and collectively, we face questions about the limitations of the natural world. But is achieving balance between people and the environment possible? Is it desirable? There are numerous ways to work toward harmony with the natural environment. To discover them, we have to ask the right questions and acknowledge that we all affect the environment through our lifestyle. This new permanent exhibition shows 10 examples of the impact our consumer choices are having on the environment, 10 environmental issues, which together contribute to ecological imbalance. 1) Degradation of aquifers 2) Loss of wildlife habitat 3) Goodbye, Thunnus Thynnus? 4) Brown clouds 5) Exporting pollution 6) Fire, ice and arctic wildlife 7) Greener consumption 8) Move over, we’re expanding! 9) Electronic waste for sale 10) Continents of plastic Discover this wonderful exhibition and find a balance!Date : Anytime
Age : From 10 Year(s) to 18 Year(s)
Gender : Both
Language : Both
Neighbourhood : Île Ste. Hélène -
Water Wonders!
Family Fun > Museums
H2O is the chemical symbol for water, a vital resource! As a source of life, water is closely linked to the history of humanity. Without water, it would have been impossible to farm, explore continents or trade. Waterways have led to the development of great civilizations. As a result, cities have sprung up near rivers and other bodies of water. Ever since, humans have been using water more or less ingeniously to their advantage. What would we do without water? Eight interactive modules on the characteristics of water illustrate mankind’s ingeniousness in the quest for the planet’s most precious resource, raise awareness of this resource’s fragility and help us discover its properties and uses through games and experiments. Don't forget to bring spare clothing...Date : Anytime
Age : From 3 Year(s) to 18 Year(s)
Gender : Both
Language : Both
Neighbourhood : Île Ste. Hélène -
Planet Bucky
Family Fun > Museums
The purpose of this permanent exhibit is to acquaint youngsters with the concept of sustainable development. A self-taught visionary, Richard Buckminster Fuller was advocating this principle long before the term was coined. He believed in doing more with less for the good of humanity. Youngsters are fascinated by the surprising and ingenious aspects of inventions. Inventors have the ability to see things as they are not. Inventions help to propel our societies forward and improve our quality of life. The exhibit presents some of Buckminster Fuller’s inventions alongside contemporary innovations, all of them related to sustainable development: green architecture, water savings, sustainable transportation, solar energy, satellite Earth observation, wind turbines, marine turbines and biofiltration.Date : Anytime
Age : From 8 Year(s) to 18 Year(s)
Gender : Both
Language : Both
Neighbourhood : Île Ste. Hélène -
The Ecoological Solar House
Family Fun > Museums
The Ecoological House, just a few steps from the Biosphère in Parc Jean-Drapeau, is a self-sufficient, intelligent and ecological solar-powered house that respects North-American standards of comfort. It is architecturally attractive and extremely energy efficient. The materials, devices, structure and architecture have been carefully selected to reduce its environmental footprint. Its special features and use of various technological innovations make it a healthy place to live. It showcases dozens of green solutions that are available and can be applied to all types of housing. Consumers will be inspired and encouraged to act to reduce their own environmental footprint. In addition to demonstrating alternate energy, the Ecoological House also aims to promote a new way of living that is not only ecological, but also cool…Date : Anytime
Age : From 10 Year(s) to 18 Year(s)
Gender : Both
Language : Both
Neighbourhood : Île Ste. Hélène -
+ 1°C: What difference does it make
Educational > Science
This new exhibition takes a scientific approach to answering several common questions about one of the 21st century’s key issues: climate change. What will happen if temperatures rise by 1°C? How can we anticipate what temperatures will be a hundred years from now? It’s cold today, so why are we talking about global warming? Scientists answer these questions through life-sized video presentations and demystify concepts that are often complex but essential for a clearer understanding of the phenomenon. The “Magic Planet”, measuring 1.2 m in height and the only such interactive digital Earth globe in Quebec, is the centrepiece of one of the exhibition’s five stations. Through satellite imagery, this globe allows visitors to observe natural, meteorological and climatic phenomena such as ocean currents and hurricanes. This impressive sphere will also enable you to learn more through a selection of available multimedia presentations.Date : Anytime
Age : From 10 Year(s) to 18 Year(s)
Gender : Both
Language : Both
Neighbourhood : Île Ste. Hélène -
Activities for Everyone
Educational > Science
The Biosphère offers several activities that will provide you with day-to-day solutions to protect the environment and to reduce your ecological footprint. Meet our experienced guides to ask all your questions about the greenest and most accessible consumer choices, watch our short movie presentations or participate in our outdoor activities! Guided tours and Animated activities Multimedia Outdoor Activities * Please note that we do not offer guided tours in the afternoon during the summer.*Date : Anytime
Age : From 8 Year(s) to 18 Year(s)
Gender : Both
Language : Both
Neighbourhood : Île Ste. Hélène
BioKits
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BioKits
Educational > Science
Want to get moving and set off on an adventure? Wherever you are, out in nature or in the city, there is a BioKit for you! Through a series of interactive outdoor activities, you will discover biodiversity and learn how you can take care of it. Take the time to listen, feel, touch and observe your surroundings using the BioKits!Date : Anytime
Age : From 6 Year(s) to 18 Year(s)
Gender : Both
Language : Both
Neighbourhood : Île Ste. Hélène
Other Great Activities
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General Visiting Hours, November 1 to May 31
Family Fun > Museums
Statutory holidays, school break, Easter holidays: Open daily The Biosphere will be closed during the Christmas holidays, from December 24 to January 2nd inclusively.Date : Anytime
(2012-11-01 to 2013-05-31)
Age : From 1 Year(s) to 18 Year(s)
Gender : Both
Language : Both
Neighbourhood : Île Ste. Hélène
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