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Miami Children’s Museum was presented with the prestigious MUSE Award in the category of Media and Technology during a champagne reception on Thursday, May 26th at the 2016 American Alliance of Museums Annual Meeting in Washington, DC. This award recognizes MCM’s achievement in the application of media and technology to Gallery, Library, Archive, and Museum (GLAM) programs for their Sketch Aquarium Exhibit. The MUSE Awards competition received nearly 200 applications from a wide variety of GLAMs in North and South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. MCM was the only Children’s Museum to be recognized for this award.
Sketch Aquarium, is an interactive wall projection where visitors’ artwork become an animated part of a virtual environment. Developed in collaboration with TeamLab, a technology group based in Japan, the Sketch Aquarium is a completely novel application of existing animation and projection techniques. In the Sketch Aquarium, children use their imagination to create colorful sea creatures on paper which are then scanned and brought to life on the screen. Fish, octopus, sea horses, sharks and other creatures swim and change directions in the water, creating schools and swimming together making the exhibit interactive, educational and fun. The exhibit adds another level of interactivity, through motion detection which causes fish to swim away at once when approached. Children are also engaged to feed the fish by bursting bags of fish food that fall into the virtual aquarium.
Now in its 27th year, the MUSE awards competition recognizes outstanding achievement in GLAM media and technology efforts. The competition is an activity of the Media & Technology Professional Network of the American Alliance of Museums. Over 90 GLAM professionals from across the world participated as jurors in the process of reviewing and selecting the winners. Winning entries were expected to demonstrate outstanding achievement in their content, interface, design, technical merit, innovation, utility, and appeal.
Enjoy Sketch Aquarium with the whole family at Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway on Watson Island in Miami. Regular Museum admission is $18 for adults and children, $14 for Florida Residents, free for children under 1 year and admission for MCM Members is complimentary. For more information, please contact the Museum at 305.373.KIDS (5437) or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org.
The Miami Children’s Museum (MCM) offers bilingual and interactive exhibits; programs and classes and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication. They have 14 interactive galleries as well as housing many exciting and fun traveling exhibits. Miami Children’s Museum is dedicated to enriching the lives of all children by fostering a love of learning and enabling children to realize their highest potential. Through arts and educational programs, MCM seeks to include and target all audiences in Miami’s changing and diverse community by becoming the “town center” for Miami-Dade County’s children and families.
The Miami Children's Museum is known in South Florida for its fun, hands-on exhibits that turn learning into an adventure for kids. The top five exhibits are favorites among families because they each offer something special. Whether they spark creativity or teach about the environment, these experiences are memorable and keep families returning. Find out why these main exhibits are so popular with both children and parents.
At the Miami Children's Museum, learning is made fun and exciting through interactive play. Kids learn and grow by exploring each exhibit, which encourages curiosity and hands-on discovery. This approach helps children build important thinking and problem-solving skills while having a great time.
We use a hands-on approach to learning, which matches current educational ideas. This way, kids understand more and remember what they learn. They can try activities like building, making music, or exploring a pretend ocean, following their interests and learning at their own speed. This freedom helps kids develop a love for learning that lasts.
We also make sure our exhibits are accessible and fun for all children, no matter their abilities. This focus on inclusivity means every child can take part and benefit from what we offer. It shows our important role in helping kids learn and bringing families together.
We feature exhibits that inspire curiosity and imagination in kids. Here’s a look at some of our most popular attractions that both children and parents enjoy.
The Castle of Dreams welcomes kids into a magical space where they can use their imaginations. Children can pretend to be knights, princesses, or dragons with dress-up areas and storytelling corners. A small castle makes the experience even more fun, letting kids invent their own stories.
The Ocean Odyssey exhibit takes kids on an underwater adventure in the middle of Miami. It shows bright displays of ocean life, including coral reefs and touch tanks where children can feel sea creatures. Kids can also learn about why protecting the ocean matters through fun, interactive panels.
The Music Makers Studio is a fun place where kids can explore music. They can try digital keyboards, drums, and even record their own sounds. Kids enjoy this studio because it lets them be creative and express themselves through music.
The Health & Wellness Center turns learning about healthy habits into a fun adventure. Kids can try activities that teach about fitness and good nutrition in a playful way. They can run obstacle courses, play games about healthy eating, and even pretend to shop for groceries.
In the Construction Zone, kids become young builders and engineers. They use blocks and tools to create everything from simple towers to complex structures. Working together on projects helps them practice problem-solving, teamwork, and spatial skills.
These exhibits bring families together by making learning fun. Each one uses play to spark curiosity and help kids understand new things. Parents appreciate that the museum is a safe and exciting place for children to explore. Visiting us at the Miami Children's Museum helps kids grow and gives families special memories. Plan your visit today and see how interactive learning can be both magical and memorable.