1001 Inventions
THIS EVENT ENDED ON THE 25TH APRIL 2010
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The Science Museum traces the forgotten story of a thousand years of science from the Muslim world in 1001 Inventions. Displaying inventions dating back as far as the 7th century, and featuring many interactive elements, the exhibition displays and dramatisations, the exhibition explores the shared scientific heritage of diverse cultures and looks at how many modern inventions can trace their roots back to Muslim civilisation. Exhibits include a reproduction of a 9th century flying device and a six-metre high replica of the 'Elephant Clock', a medieval Muslim invention by Al-Jazari (1136-1206), consisting of a weight powered water clock in the form of an elephant. Oscar-winning actor Ben Kingsley stars as Al-Jazari, inventor of the clock, in a mini-movie that is one of more than sixty exhibits on display.
NOTE: This exhibition is closed to the public 25th February to 12th March 2010.
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