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Museum of the Bible explor es the Bible’s historical impact on science

story. The Bible and science share an ancient
history. So what role did the biblical writings
play in shaping the way people have thought
about and studied the natural world?
Museum of the Bible is set to explore this
fascinating question. The biblical stories have
long been closely intertwined with the study of
nature. Our new exhibition will examine how
these writings both inspired people to study
nature and framed the way they understood
their discoveries. At the same time, it examines
how the study of nature has aided people as
they have searched the Bible for answers to
life’s biggest questions.
This exhibition will necessarily take a broad
approach to this topic. It will be divided into
six content areas. Each will be dedicated
to a thematic “big question” connected
to a particular field of study. Section 1, for
example, asks: “How did it all begin?” and
coversthe fields of astronomy and cosmology.
This approach will allow us more room to
explore the Bible’s impact across time and
traditions, bringing together a wider range of
voices, from Augustine, to Galileo, to Einstein.
Storytelling Partners
To help tell this story, Museum of the Bible
has brought together a team of internationally
recognized historians, scientists, and biblical
scholars. We have also teamed up with Storyland
Studios, an award-winning design firm based in A statue of Galileo Galilei. Above: Amrbose's Hexameron
Southern California with extensive experience
creating exhibits that combine cutting-edge
technology with captivating storytelling. much more. We are excited to host a series greater appreciation for the ways the Bible
of conferences and public programming stimulated and shaped the way we think
The result will be an exhibition that is informative, which digs deeper into topics covered in the about the natural world. And we hope they
entertaining, and memorable. Guests will be exhibit. leave with a stronger desire to learn more.
immersed in this topic through a mix of fun
interactives and provocative artifacts, ranging The Bible shares a deep, dynamic, and even
from ancient medical devices to material dramatic history with the study of nature. About Museum of the Bible
related to the Apollo program. A closer look at this story will reveal more Museum of the Bible is an innovative,
about the Bible’s impact and the contours global, educational institution located in
While the exhibition will be the heart of the of current debates. We at Museum of the Washington, DC. Its mission is to invite all
project, Museum of the Bible is also planning Bible hope our guests come away with a people to engage with the Bible.

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