June 24, 2009
Titanic, Lucy exhibitions open in Times Square today
The all-new Discovery Times Square Exposition opens today with two big exhibitions: “Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition” and “Lucy’s Legacy: The Hidden Treasures of Ethiopia.”
Unfortunately the tickets are sold separately, making it one of the most expensive museum-type experiences in New York. The price of an adult ticket to the two exhibitions: $47.63. (That includes the service fee if you book in advance by phone.)
Located on 44th Street in the former press room of the New York Times, the reconfigured 60,000 square-foot space will feature temporary exhibitions, along with space for dining and gift shops. (On Tuesday, workers were busy hanging “I (heart) Lucy” T-shirts.)
The Lucy exhibition features the bones of the 3.2-million year old hominid found in Ethopia in 1974, as well as the 47 million year old fossil known as Ida (Plate B) or Darwinius masilae. The exhibition also covers the history and culture of Ethiopia.
See the Post for pictures of the Titanic exhibition, which features pieces from the shipwreck including uncorked Champagne bottles.
While both exhibitions open today, through the front window you can still see the remains of the Times beyonf the model ship.
The Discovery Times Square Exposition is located at 226 W. 44th St., map. Discovery Times Square Exposition will be open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Picture credits: Amy Langfield/NewYorkology.
Earlier: Discovery Times Square Expo to open with Titanic, Lucy
June 24, 2009 7:23 AM in History, Kids, Midtown, Museums, Sightsology
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