Humania, on the top floor of NEMO Science Museum, invites visitors aged 12 and above to explore the human species. This interactive exhibition delves into biological, psychological, and social perspectives, addressing subjects like gender, sexuality, birth, and death. Experience thought-provoking displays, including Florentijn Hofman's 'A Handstand' sculpture and various physical and mental challenges. Reflect on personal identity and societal connections through engaging activities.
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Humania is an exhibition at the NEMO Science Museum that invites visitors to explore humanity through physical tests, brainteasers, and interactive displays. Divided into three themes: 'I was', 'I am', and 'I will be', it honestly addresses topics like gender, sexuality, birth, and death.
Humania, located on the top floor of the NEMO Science Museum, is an exploration of oneself and the human species, intended for visitors aged 12 and above. The exhibition delves into biological, psychological, and social perspectives, tackling subjects integral to the human experience such as gender, sexuality, consent, sexual orientation, the naked body, sex, birth, and death. It is structured around three thematic sections: ‘I was’, ‘I am’, and ‘I will be’, encouraging open and engaging reflection on personal identity and societal connections. A prominent feature is 'A Handstand', an 8.5-meter sculpture by Florentijn Hofman, which offers a unique perspective on the human form with its internal skeleton exposed. Visitors can also engage with interactive elements like 'Willpower', testing their endurance, and 'Relaxed game', which uses breathing to promote relaxation. The exhibition also includes a section 'About death', exploring diverse cultural perspectives and rituals surrounding mortality, and interactive stations to test physical capabilities such as flexibility, strength, and balance in exhibits like 'Physically (im)possible'.
Visitors can purchase tickets for the exhibition online via the NEMO Science Museum's ticketing portal. Entry is subject to general museum admission.
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