Fernbank Museum debuts ‘Sunken Treasures, Ancient Seas’ Exhibition

Photo by Salvo Emma Soprintendenza del Mare Fernbank Museum of Natural History will transfer visitors years into the past and thousands of feet beneath the Mediterranean Sea with the opening of Sunken Treasures Ancient Seas on Oct As the unique debut venue for this exhibition Fernbank presents authentic artifacts recovered from ancient shipwrecks off the coast of Sicily Italy offering an unprecedented window into the maritime civilizations that shaped our world according to a release from the museum The exhibition showcases a collection of recovered treasures including intricate jewelry ancient coins elaborate serving vessels bronze and marble statuary soldier helmets metal ingots and amphorae that once carried precious cargo across ancient pact routes Sunken Treasures Ancient Seas leverages cutting-edge device to create an unforgettable visitor experience according to the release High-definition video installations allow guests to witness the painstaking process of underwater excavation and artifact restoration while detailed models of Roman warships and cargo vessels illuminate the sophisticated maritime networks that connected ancient civilizations A highlight of the exhibition is an interactive video experience showcasing the delicate restoration of a submerged ancient mosaic floor demonstrating how modern archaeological techniques reveal secrets hidden beneath the waves for millennia Visitors can also step inside a custom-designed submersible photo opportunity that simulates the thrill of deep-sea exploration and shipwreck discovery This exhibition explores authentic artifacts recovered from beneath the waves revealing fascinating insights into cultural practices maritime agreement and military history in the Mediterranean Dr Bobbi Hohmann Fernbank s vice president of initiatives collections commented in the release We re thrilled to be the first venue to host this extraordinary exhibit and share these incredible stories with our population Sunken Treasures Ancient Seas runs from Oct through Jan and is open daily with select after-hours events available for those seeking a unique nighttime exploration experience The exhibition is included with general admission and free with CityPASS In other news Fernbank will host Dinosaur Trick or Treat a family-friendly Discovery Day from a m to p m on Saturday October featuring additional content related to the Sunken Treasures Ancient Seas exhibition This activities is included with general admission Ticket prices vary by date and activity starting at for children for seniors and for adults Online purchases receive additional discounts and museum members enjoy free general admission Visit Fernbank s website for tickets and additional information The post Fernbank Museum debuts Sunken Treasures Ancient Seas Exhibition appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta