The museum will have 'mind-bending exhibits' with dizzying optical phenomena and odd, illusory novelties — all based in science.
, which shuttered in July after 25 years. The mall is undergoing an almost $150 million renovation, which broke ground last year and is expected to finish up next year, leaving many businesses stumbling post-pandemic.
“It features mind-bending exhibits that allow you to understand visual perception and how your mind bends, and basically the science behind why that happens,” says Duanchan.
The big hits from other locations include dizzying optical phenomena and odd, illusory novelties. And, of course, there's the social media draw: Patrons can take photographs in the trippy installations with help from the staff, while learning about the science behind what they see. In joining the 16th Street Mall, the museum hopes to build a network with its new neighbors and bring a bit of wonder to the stretch as commerce along the street regains momentum.
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