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BORN TO EXPLORE
Exhibition Details
SIZE:
6,500 - 10,000 sqft
CEILING HEIGHT:
12 feet
AVAILABILITY:
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Born to Explore is an immersive exhibition about the human instinct to discover — from oceans and wilderness to outer space.
Spanning the earliest journeys to the frontiers of today, the experience places visitors inside the environments, tools, and decisions that have shaped exploration. Stand at the edge of uncharted waters, navigate extreme landscapes, and encounter the technologies that have expanded human reach.
Visitors move through a series of dynamic environments—sea, land, industrial innovation, and beyond—tracing how exploration has evolved and what it means today. At the center is a powerful idea: there is no single path, but we all need direction.
The experience culminates in a simple question: How do you choose to explore?
The Experience
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Immersive entry portal that sets the tone
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360° intro environment featuring Earth, extremes, and space
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Central Compass Room — the symbolic and physical heart of the exhibition
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Four themed environments:
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Seas — instinct & adaptation
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Industry — machines & expansion
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Land — skill & survival
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Beyond — technology & space frontiers
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Final space that brings the journey back to the visitor — revealing the explorer within.
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Optional interactive “Go Zone” with hands-on challenges and adventure-based activities
*Images are artistic renderings. The exhibition is currently in production.
Here is what they are Saying...
PREVIOUS HOSTS
"Unofficial Galaxies was not only visually stunning and expertly curated, but also brought thousands of visitors to Peterborough Cathedral, creating unforgettable experiences and raising vital funds for our historic site. Your team’s professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail have made a lasting impact."
— Maria Elsey, Head of Operations, Peterborough Cathedral, UK
“Partnering with WTE and the team to bring Unofficial Galaxies to COSI has been a stellar experience—pun intended. Their passion, responsiveness, and eye for quality have helped us deliver an exhibition that wows guests while respecting the stories behind the creations. We are proud to feature their work at COSI.”
— Josh Sarver, Chief Experience Officer,
Center of Science and Industry (COSI)
“Through this extraordinary collection, we are showcasing different aspects of pop culture, including the world of fan culture,” said Claudia Damiani, Mulva Cultural Center director of exhibits and education. “For generations, these films have captured the imaginations of audiences, and we’re thrilled to offer an opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in the galaxy far, far away with family and friends.”
— Green Bay Press Times
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