2 Year Celebration + UNWRAPPED with Andy McIntosh
🎟️ Ticket Information
General Admission (Ages 6+): $15
Children 5 & Under: FREE
Tickets include full access to exhibits, live animal encounters, events throughout the day, and the evening presentation.
- Doors Open - 10a - 4p
- Ribbon Cutting (Wonders of Africa Exhibit) - 11:00a
- David Rives presents in the Wonders Theater - 1:00p
- Tesla Experience - 12:00p, 2:30p, & 6:00p
- Hands-on Live Animal Encounters
- Doors close at 4pm and reopen for the Free evening event at 5:30pm
Planetarium tickets can be purchased for additional fee
show times listed at check out
Join us as Dr. Andy McIntosh unpacks the incredible design and defense system of the Bombardier Beetle. A creature so small, yet so sophisticated, that its explosive survival mechanism has baffled researchers for decades. Dr. McIntosh will reveal how this tiny insect produces a rapid fire chemical spray that reaches near boiling temperatures, outsmarting predators and astonishing scientists. You’ll discover why engineers, chemists, and even the military have studied this beetle for groundbreaking innovations.
Whether you’re fascinated by nature, curious about science, or simply love learning about the wonders of creation, this presentation is one you won’t want to miss. Perfect for families, students, and anyone with a sense of wonder!
- Planetarium show from 5:30p - 6:00p ($10 value)
- Tesla Coil Experience at 6:00p
- Entertainment show from 6:20p - 6:50p
- Free evening presentation by expert scientist from 6:50p - 8:00p
- Interactive Q&A session with special guest, followed by photo opportunities and meet & greet 8:00p - 8:45p
- Java Man Cafe will be open for purchase of coffee, popcorn, sweet treats, and more.
ABOUT THE FEATURED PRESENTER:
Andy McIntosh is a Professor of Thermodynamics with over 30 years of research, a PhD in combustion theory, a DSc in Applied Mathematics from the University of Wales, and worked for a number of years at the Royal Aircraft Establishment. Author of over 200 papers and articles, his research has been in combustion in fluids and solids.
RSVP to enjoy this FREE evening presentation in the Wonders Theater & Performance Hall.
MUST be seated in the theater by 6:45pm as we will be LIVE broadcasting this event to Genesis Science Network.
ABOUT THE FEATURED ENTERTAINMENT:
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Wonders Center & Science Museum
Just 35 minutes from Downtown Nashville TN, founded by David Rives Ministries, the Wonders Center & Science Museum is the largest science museum in the world that upholds biblical values. Driven by Christian principles, each exhibit is designed to inspire visitors as it highlights wonders in the fields of science and history.