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“BODY WORLDS: ANIMAL INSIDE OUT” now open at Science Museum of Virginia

Posted at 11:58 AM, May 11, 2018
and last updated 2018-05-11 11:58:28-04

RICHMOND, Va. - The Science Museum of Virginia's traveling exhibition "BODY WORLDS: ANIMAL INSIDE OUT" opens Saturday, May 5 and continues through Monday, September 3.

This exhibition allows guest to take a unique look at animal anatomy from a rarely-seen perspective using the amazing science of Plastination, invented by BODY WORLDS creator and anatomist, Dr. Gunther von Hagens.

The exhibit features more than 100 plastinates – from complete bodies to tiny specimens. Some of the highlights include the world’s tallest mammal, the giraffe; the elusive giant squid; and a magnificent bull, with its heart five times the size of a human’s.

Science Museum of Virginia

2500 West Broad Street - Richmond.

For more information you can call (804) 864-1400 or visit www.SMV.org 

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{THIS SEGMENT IS SPONSORED BY THE SCIENCE  MUSEUM OF VIRGINIA}