Great Lakes Science Center Darwin Exhibition - For 21 Years He Kept His Theory Secret
Through September 18, 2009

This engaging exhibition goes back to the beginning and examines how Darwin’s groundbreaking ideas took shape. On view during the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin you’ll discover specimens and memorabilia related to this extraordinary scientist and his theory of evolution by natural selection.

Experience the wonders Darwin witnessed on his five-year voyage to South America, the Galápagos Islands and beyond. Examine fossils, beetles, butterflies and moths like those collected by the naturalist himself, and see the magnifying glass he likely used to study them. Touch amazing reproductions such as the giant glyptodont skeleton, a prehistoric armored mammal. Visit an elaborate reconstruction of Darwin’s study at Down House, where he proposed his theory of evolution by natural selection and wrote the book the Origin of Species.

Darwin is sponsored in part by Continental Airlines, John P. Murphy Foundation, Richard S. Morrison Foundation, Parker Hannifin and Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. For more information on all DARWIN events including Galápagos at OMNIMAX® Theater and  Darwin’s Night Sky, call (216) 694-2000 or visit greatscience.com

Hours
(subject to change)
Monday – Sunday
10 am – 5 pm

Tickets
Tickets can be purchased at Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieview Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44114.

 Confessions and the Sense of Self: Work of Noel Palomo-Lovinski
Kent State University Museum
Monday, February 9th - Sunday, January 3rd

The twelve garments included in this exhibition are inspired by the increasingly popular impulse in our society for individuals to publicly confess private thoughts or actions as a way to expunge guilt, share personal tragedy, or express their secret desires--now through January 3, 2010, Kent State University Museum, Kent State University, (330) 672-3450. *WKSU Member discount*

 Michael Kors Designs
Kent State University Museum
At Kent State University Fashion Museum
Thursday, February 26th - Sunday, February 7th

In 2010, Michael Kors will celebrate thirty years in business. See fourteen ensembles that will include garments from his own label and for the label Celine, where he worked between 1997 and 2004--now until Feb. 7, 2010, Kent State University Museum, (330) 672-0302. *WKSU Member discount*

 The Kokoon Arts Club
Kent State University Museum
Thursday, March 19th - Sunday, February 28th

This exhibit highlights the activities of the Kokoon Arts Club of Cleveland. It will display the posters and costumes designed and worn by members and guests at their bohemian balls--now through February 28, 2010, Kent State University Museum, Kent State University, (330) 672-3450. *WKSU Member discount*

 Take a Hike: Historic Gateway Neighborhood Guided Tours
Historic Gateway Neighborhood
At See Event Details
Monday, April 27th - Sunday, September 6th

Experience Cleveland's rich history on three guided walking tours. Walk historic neighborhoods and meet important people from Cleveland's past--now through September 6, Various Cleveland Neighborhoods, Historic Gateway Neighborhood Corporation, (216) 771-1994.

 Barkitecture
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Saturday, May 9th - Saturday, October 31st

See an exhibit of artful, whimsical and one-of-a-kind doghouses. Designed for Stan Hywet by local artists and architects, the doghouses will be installed throughout the landscaped gardens and grounds--now through October 31, Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, (330) 836-5533.

 Once Upon a Pond
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Wednesday, May 13th - Saturday, October 31st

Once Upon A Pond, a two-year exhibit, is an interactive educational display depicting pond life in Ohio, with programming that will change with the seasons. Two ponds joined by a shallow area in the middle will be the home to a variety of freshwater fish, including smallmouth bass, blue gills, perch and catfish; as well as a variety of water plants--now through October 31, Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, 330-836-5533.

 Stan Hywet Hall & Garden's Woof Walks
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Friday, May 15th - Sunday, November 1st

As part of this summer's Barkitecture exhibit of whimsical doghouses, for a small fee, Stan Hywet invites your canine friend to take in the scenery, the historic gardens, and walking trails of the historic mansion's grounds--Sundays (except for special events, check www.StanHywet.org for details) now through November 1, Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, Akron, (330) 836-5533.

 William Wegman: Fay
Akron Art Museum
Saturday, May 16th - Sunday, August 16th

The Akron Art Museum is deeply honored to be one of only two venues to present William Wegman: Fay, a wonderfully witty and moving exhibition about the artistic collaboration between William Wegman and his celebrated Weimaraner Fay--May 16 through August 16, Akron Art Museum, (330) 376-9185.

 Cleveland Zoo: DINOSAURS!
Cleveland Metropark Zoo
At Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Thursday, May 21st - Sunday, September 13th

This larger-than-life exhibit will feature 18 robotic dinosaurs including an iguanodon, a long-necked amargasaurus, a water-dwelling baryonxy and the mighty tyrannosaurus rex. DINOSAURS! takes you on a prehistoric journey to the wooded shores of the Zoo's Waterfowl Lake, where you'll encounter life-size animatronic dinosaurs that move and roar just like the originals--May 21 through September 13, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 216-661-6500.

 Encore! The Artistry of America's First Ladies
National First Ladies' Library
At National First Ladies' Library Education and Research Center
Tuesday, June 2nd - Friday, November 6th

Join the National First Ladies Library, from now through November for an exhibit that celebrates the artistic talents of several of our Nation's First Ladies--Now through November 6, National First Ladies' Library, Canton, (330) 452-0876.

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