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Town council OKs contract for new exhibit at Children’s Discovery Museum
Read More: Town council OKs contract for new exhibit at Children’s Discovery MuseumThe Children’s Discovery Museum plans to open a new “From the Farm to a Healthy Me” exhibit in 2026. The Normal Town Council approved a contract with Ravenswood Studio to fabricate and install the exhibit, allowing offsite work to begin while onsite demolition or relocation of existing installations is set for completion by the end…
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First of Seven Playsaces Open in Santa Clara County Library District
Read More: First of Seven Playsaces Open in Santa Clara County Library DistrictThe first of seven Santa Clara County Library District playspaces has opened! Designed by Luci Creative and fabricated by Ravenswood Studio, each playspace draws on extensive research and local input and reflects the unique cultural and natural identity of its branch neighborhood. Children can connect with their community through activities highlighting Santa Clara’s distinctive features.…
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California Science Center to Open “GAME ON!” Exhibit
Read More: California Science Center to Open “GAME ON!” ExhibitThe California Science Center will debut GAME ON! Science, Sports & Play on May 15, an interactive exhibition that explores the connection between science, sports, and play. Supported by the Walter Family Foundation, Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation, and LA84 Foundation, this 17,000-square-foot exhibit will engage visitors of all ages in hands-on activities, from baseball and…
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Meet the Robots of Santa Clara County Library District
Read More: Meet the Robots of Santa Clara County Library DistrictRavenswood Studio is working with exhibit designer Luci Creative and architect Group 4 Architecture to develop seven new playspaces for the Santa Clara County Library District. The playspaces will begin installation in March 2025 and will be completed by Fall 2025. Check out the adorable Robot mascots you can find at each library branch!
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‘Afrofuturism in Costume Design’ coming to Children’s Museum in 2025
Read More: ‘Afrofuturism in Costume Design’ coming to Children’s Museum in 2025The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis will debut Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design on March 22, 2025, as part of its 100th anniversary celebration. The exhibit highlights Carter’s 40-year career as an Academy Award-winning costume designer, showcasing over 60 of her original costumes from films like Black Panther, Selma, and Do The Right Thing,…
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“In Slavery’s Wake” is a Groundbreaking New Exhibit at the Smithsonian NMAAHC
Read More: “In Slavery’s Wake” is a Groundbreaking New Exhibit at the Smithsonian NMAAHCJoin WETA Arts host Felicia Curry as she explores “In Slavery’s Wake: Making Black Freedom in the World,” a groundbreaking new exhibition at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture. This powerful exhibit explores the lasting impact of slavery and the ways in which Black communities around the world have fought for…
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TimeOut Names “007: Science” Best Exhibition of 2024
Read More: TimeOut Names “007: Science” Best Exhibition of 2024Congratulations to “007 Science: Inventing the World of James Bond” for being named TimeOut Chicago’s Best Exhibition of 2024. Ravenswood Studio is proud to be the fabrication partner for this fantastic exhibition. Learn more about TimeOut’s recognition here.
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Museum of Discovery Reimagination Debuts November 23
Read More: Museum of Discovery Reimagination Debuts November 23The Museum of Discovery is set to reach a major milestone with the unveiling of two new early childhood galleries, Small Fry Fish Camp and Curiosity Spot, on November 23, 2024. These interactive spaces, fabricated by Ravenswood Studio, aim to foster creativity and exploration through hands-on exhibits like a giant fish sculpture, a play café,…
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Tour de Ravenswood Studio
Read More: Tour de Ravenswood StudioAre you interested in exploring museums and cultural exhibits while in Chicago? From science experiences to children’s museums, to historical exhibits, there is a lot to discover fabricated by Ravenswood Studio in the Windy City.
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Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry Announces James Bond Exhibit
Read More: Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry Announces James Bond ExhibitRavenswood Studio is the exclusive exhibit fabricator for 007 Science: Inventing the World of James Bond. Project Partners include: Luci Creative (exhibit design), RLMG (media producer), Chinagraph (Media Producer), Angle Park (AV Intergrator), and MorLights (lighting design). Rendering provided by Luci Creative. The Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago is unveiling a new exhibit…
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Burns & McDonnell Battle of the Brains Exhibit Riveting Robots Opens at Science City to Educate Guests About Programming, Coding and Problem-Solving
Read More: Burns & McDonnell Battle of the Brains Exhibit Riveting Robots Opens at Science City to Educate Guests About Programming, Coding and Problem-SolvingImages, video, and release courtesy of Burns & McDonnell. Ravenswood Studio served as the exhibit fabricator on this project. Nearly 40 Raytown students and their teachers helped unveil Riveting Robots, the newest $1 million exhibit at Science City at Union Station. Riveting Robots, the Raytown Challenge Gifted Program’s robotics-themed proposal, won the Burns & McDonnell…
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Science City opens new exhibit designed by Raytown students
Read More: Science City opens new exhibit designed by Raytown studentsThe Raytown Challenge Gifted Program, winners of the Burns & McDonnell Battle of the Brains, will unveil their robotics-themed exhibit, Riveting Robots, at Science City in Union Station. Comprising eight pieces like Robothespian and Mission: Code, the $1 million project involves over 40 students who won $50,000 in grants and collaborated with STEM professionals to…