纽约科学厅（NYSCI）掠影

黄安年文  黄安年的博客/2011年12月7日(美东时间)发布

位于纽约昆斯区111th 的纽约科学厅（The New York Hall of Science）建于1964年，是个普及科学文化知识，适应各个年龄段需求的场所。2010年3月7日,家人带着大外孙来这里参观,时小外孙在北京度过了难忘的半年。

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的纽约科学厅（The New York Hall of Science）

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History

The New York Hall of Science was established in 1964 as part of the World's Fair in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, and at the time, was one of only a few science museums in existence. Unlike many other institutions, which were closed immediately or soon after the Fair, NYSCI remained open and served as a resource for students until 1979, when it closed for major renovations.

New York City hired physicist Alan Friedman in 1984 to help with NYSCI's transition. He oversaw the change from a focus on science fiction to relevance in the lives of everyday people. In 1986, NYSCI re-opened, giving New York City back its only science museum. Plans for the display of an atom were realized as a part of a $400,000 expansion and renovation at NYSCI. NYSCI's growth and ability to draw crowds was unexpected and led to the city's pursuit of further funds and expansion.

At the time of its re-opening, NYSCI was unique in that it also provided a training program for science majors who could then go on to study under a tuition waiver program at nearby Queens College in exchange for committing to spend at least two years in city schools that needed science educators. NYSCI's role in the life of city school children continued, and, in 1991, it announced plans for a ten-year, $80 million renovation and expansion to be able to meet the needs of a growing visitorship. Further expansion, which included a new entrance, dining area and a science playground began in 1996, reflecting the need for constant updates in science museums to keep their displays current and relevant. In recognition of its continued upgrading, NYSCI was granted the status of a New York City cultural institution, a distinction given only to a limited number of organizations.

http://www.nysci.org/learn/1431359/history

About Us

Built initially as a pavilion for the 1964 World's Fair, the New York Hall of Science is now New York City's hands-on science and technology center. Since 1986, NYSCI has served over seven million children, parents and teachers. NYSCI's mission is to convey the excitement and understanding of science and technology to children, families, teachers and others by galvanizing their curiosity and offering them creative, participatory ways to learn. NYSCI features the largest collection of hands-on science exhibits in New York City. Visitors of all ages can explore over 450 interactive exhibits.

http://www.nysci.org/learn/1431359

Education Programs

To book a learning experience for your school or community groups, click here. Also, be sure to check out our education programs for families.

The New York Hall of Science offers learners of all ages many avenues to explore science both in school and out-of-school. Whether you are a member of a school or community group, a teacher looking to grow as an educator or even in a classroom half a world away, NYSCI has programs and opportunities for you to learn about microbes, atoms, sound waves and so much more!

http://www.nysci.org/learn/education