The Sam Noble Museum on the campus of the University of Oklahoma will hosts the traveling exhibit “When the Earth Shakes” from September 17, 2016 through January 2, 2017.
“This really is an exhibit that will fascinate people of all ages, especially those who have a special interest in the science behind earthquakes,” said Morgan Day, spokesperson for the museum. “Our visitors are going to walk away with a better understanding of earthquakes and what engineers are doing to make our world safer.”
Visitors can immerse themselves in interactive earthquake exhibits while learning all about the science of earthquakes and tectonic plates. They can also see where earthquakes happen all around the world on the seismic monitor that reveals them in real time.
Guests also can explore the science behind tsunami waves with the 16-foot-long “Tsunami Tank” by building a structure to withstand large, crashing waves. Visitors can spin the dial, replay the impact in slow-motion, then improve the design.
