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Museum of Science Presents Maya: Hidden Worlds RevealedBOSTON --(Business Wire)-- Visitors to the Museum of Science, Boston will soon experience a civilization renowned for its royal dynasties, jaw-dropping architecture and distinctive art at the New England premiere of Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed. Beginning on Sunday, October 12 and on exhibit for a limited engagement, Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed investigates questions surrounding the Maya, and offers a glimpse of daily life through the eyes of the powerful rulers and their subjects. The exhibit explores the rise of the Maya people, the evolution of their complex culture and the eventual decline of their remarkable civilization. Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed features more than 250 artifacts, dozens of interactive components, and re-created environments that immerse visitors in Maya culture. At its peak during its Classic Period (250-900 AD), the Maya civilization - which consisted of a vast network of cities and villages stretching across the Yucatan Peninsula, Guatemala, Belize, western Honduras and El Salvador - rivaled any European society. Exhibit highlights include life-size replicas of awe-inspiring temples and the iconic sculpted monuments known as stelae that were erected in the great plazas of Maya cities. Visitors will see spectacular examples of Maya artistry such as a re-created portion of a famous frieze from the El Castillo pyramid in Xunantunich, a Maya civic ceremonial center, and marvel at its size and detail, then watch as modern technology helps make its vivid colors emerge once again to their original vibrancy. Throughout Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed, interactive elements offer visitors the opportunity to decipher ancient symbols, explore tombs and investigate the Maya approach to math and astronomy. "Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed is the largest exhibition on the ancient Maya ever to be displayed in the United States, and furthers the Museum's commitment to bring the world's treasures to Boston," said Paul Fontaine, Museum of Science vice president of education. "Through a combination of never-before-seen artifacts, immersive environments, and hands-on activities, visitors will explore the rise and eventual decline of this important and fascinating culture. Exploring the story of the Maya through reproductions of an underworld cave, an ancient burial site, and a colorful mural room will engage visitors in this mysterious and multifaceted culture that endures today through its modern-day descendants." In addition, visitors can round out their exhibit experience with an Omni film or Planetarium show. Opening Friday, October 10, 2014 in the Mugar Omni Theater, Mystery of the Maya investigates the clues that can be found at Maya ruins, while Galapagos delves deep into the largely unknown waters surrounding the volcanic archipelago to explore a realm that is truly a living natural science laboratory. In the Charles Hayden Planetarium, Tales of the Maya Skies reveals the story behind their astounding achievements in astronomy. Tickets are currently available for purchase by visitin mos.org/maya or calling 617/723-2500, 617/723-0417 (TTY).
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