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THE LOST WORLD OF DRAGONS
SEPTEMBER 21 – DECEMBEr 31, 2024
From Game of Thrones to How to Train Your Dragon, there is no denying that people of all ages love dragons and the magical mystique behind them. Soon, you’ll experience them in a new way at The Lost World of Dragons. Opening at The Durham Museum on September 21, 2024, this exhibit showcases a unique, interactive experience for guests of all ages that is sure to breathe new fire into your imagination! Visitors will be immersed in stories of dragons — exploring the lore and history of them in nearly every region and culture, from Norway to China.
Created by Stage 9 Exhibits and distributed by Exhibits Development Group, The Lost World of Dragons celebrates the history of and science behind how the dragon myth has grown through the ages and cultures. Stanford University scholar Adrienne Mayor, a noted author and respected expert, provided consultation for the exhibition. Ms. Mayor has traveled the world and dusty archives to bring fascinating dragon myths and lore to life.
“This was a really fun exhibit! My 6-year-old niece really enjoyed it.”
Visitors to the exhibit will:
- Learn about dragon mythology and its origins
- Discover the connection between dragon myths and legends and scientific inquiry, literature and the arts
- Explore ideas and concepts through a variety of interactive displays
- Invent their own dragon stories by creating unique, stop-motion animated videos
The Lost World of Dragons features several components, including:
- Animatronic dragons from all different regions of the world
- Unique photo opportunities
- Creative interactive stations that inform and engage
- A dragon fossil dig
- A shadow puppet theatre
- Virtual Reality dragon flight experience with HTC Vive headset
- Custom-designed themed scenery environments
Exploring the tales and tails of these ancient mythical beasts at The Durham Museum!
BEYOND COMBAT: WORLD WAR I THROUGH THE LENS OF “DOC” COOK
NOVEMBER 9, 2024 – JANUARY 12, 2025
R.H. “Doc” Cook, a photographer who enlisted during World War I, served with the 88th Division, 313th Engineers and captured the company’s experiences with his camera. A century later, local resident Mollie Anderson purchased a case that had belonged to Cook. The case contained his original photographic negatives. After researching Cook’s life and displaying some of the images at Gallery 92 West in 2022, she donated the entire set to The Durham Museum.
Beyond Combat: World War I Through the Lens of Doc Cook is a temporary exhibition developed by The Durham Museum. Through photos curated from Cook’s collection, it tells the story of the 313th Engineers from their training at Camp Dodge until the completion of their deployment in May 1919. Their story highlights military jobs that contributed to the war effort beyond the traditionally understood duties of combat. The military engineers that “Doc” served with were responsible for repairing roads, building bridges, laying track, improving dugouts and shelters and assisting in the restoration of war-torn regions. Plans for the exhibition also include a small theater area, with seating, featuring additional images in which guests are invited to linger with “Doc” Cook’s images and immerse themselves in the 313th Engineers’ experience.
ADMISSION
Adults: $15*
Seniors (62+): $12*
Military/Veteran: $12*
Children (ages 3 – 12): $8*
*PLUS TAX
Children 2 years and under FREE
Members: FREE!
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Advance reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.
Members, your free admission discount is applied near the end of the online registration process.
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