Eid Al Adha holiday: Museum of the Future offers exceptional family experiences
1 June 2025 15:17
DUBAI (ALETIHAD) The Museum of the Future has announced a vibrant programme of activities for visitors during the Eid Al Adha holiday, designed for all ages.Highlights include a virtual journey through space, interaction with robots, and photo opportunities across the museum's futuristic sections.Visitors can embark on a unique space exploration experience aboard the OSS Hope orbiting station. This interactive journey presents the latest innovations and research conducted aboard the station and offers insights into what Dubai and the world might look like in 2071.On the second floor, the 'Tomorrow, Today' exhibit allows visitors to interact with the humanoid robot Ameca, ask questions in multiple languages, and capture memorable photos.Guests can also enjoy 'Al Waha', a sensory experience designed to help restore natural balance and mental clarity. In the 'Earth Dreams' exhibition by artist Refik Anadol, visitors can explore immersive installations that reflect on the human-nature connection. Inspired by atmospheric imagery, the exhibition blends AI-generated digital artworks with a futuristic vision of art, technology, and nature.The museum also presents 'The Vivarium', the latest addition to its Nature Rehabilitation Lab. This living installation showcases an innovative model of environmental design, featuring genetically modified organisms—plants, insects, and microorganisms—within a sealed ecosystem. Visitors can control temperature, humidity, and lighting with a single touch to observe how the organisms adapt in real time.On the first floor, 'Future Heroes' offers an interactive play area dedicated to children. Designed to develop skills in a fun and safe setting, the space encourages learning through exploration, collaboration, and creativity.
For visitors looking to capture the perfect Eid snapshot, the museum's iconic architecture provides a stunning and unique backdrop that blends heritage with the future.
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Unleash the Eid Thrill: Loco Bear's All-Day Eid Pass Starts at Just AED 299!
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