Exhibits Museum of Discovery and Science 5 MACHINES OF THE ANCIENT WORLD Visitors can use the ancient legendary machines associated with Archimedes’ life such as the ballista, and the iron-hands and burning mirrors used for sinking ships, as well as machines for building the great Pyramids of Egypt. ENERGY MACHINES These ancient machines were designed to work with the energy of gravity, wind flow, water flow and solar rays. Also learn about ancient holograms, huge dishes for sound propagation, the lost lighthouse of Alexandria and the secret behind Archimedes’ mechanical paradox in which objects roll up hill. THE POWER OF SHAPES Archimedes’ mastery of geometry allowed him to create practical technology that revolutionized his world. In this section, visitors can have fun with geometry, solve puzzles and use the building blocks of the third century. ARCHIMEDES’ LEGACY Archimedes’ lasting impact can be clearly seen through the examination of the legends of science who studied his writings and took his ideas further. In this section, we delve into the works of the two most notable scientists influenced by his work: Leonardo da Vinci and Galileo Galilei. The Science of Archimedes September 15 – January 7, 2019 Ball Range • Bottle Rockets Tennis Ball Launcher • Giant Levers Kaleidoscopes • Cool Fan • Pulleys Roller Coaster • Wheel Roll Sound Station • Sun Spotter FPL SolarNow™ Science Park Now Open Explore the science of Archimedes in this interactive exhibit that is curated into these four themed sections.