OMSI Media Contact:
Kate McNally - 503.797.4517
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
OMSI TO PUZZLE THE MIND WITH “MAZES!”
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry presents “Mazes!” opening February 7
Portland, Ore. (January 22, 2014) – OMSI is telling families to get lost!—and get their hands on some
brain-bending science—in the new Mazes! feature exhibition which opens to the public on Saturday,
February 7!
Visitors will be challenged to explore 13 interactive mazes and come face to face with mystifying
illusions and mind-boggling puzzles! Each maze features a dynamic environment where guests will
discover a surprise around every corner, and develop new methods of problem-solving through
improvisation, trial and error, observation and testing, and logic and reasoning.
Solve puzzles and patterns, challenge the relationship between the mind and the eye and nurture
your inner musician! Mazes! offers challenging and interactive maze experiences for all ages
including the Music Maze, Puzzle Maze, Color Maze and Maze of Illusions! Guests can also run a
marathon with their fingers in the Continuous Quad Maze or become a "webmaster," climbing over
and under without getting tangled, through an intricate web of ropes.
“Puzzles and brainteasers are part of everyday life—from navigating crowds to tackling the daily
crossword puzzle—our brains are constantly problem-solving,” says OMSI President Nancy Stueber.
“At Mazes!, guests of every age can learn how our minds work to solve these challenges, and put
their own skills to the test in a variety of fun and exciting ways.”
Mazes! will be on display in the Featured Exhibit Hall at OMSI from February 7, 2015 to May 6, 2015.
Media: Visit omsi.edu/press for exhibit photos and additional information.
About OMSI
Founded in 1944, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is one of the nation’s leading
science museums, a world-class tourist attraction, and an award-winning educational resource for the
kid in each of us. OMSI operates the largest museum-based outdoor science education program in
the country and provides traveling and community outreach programs that bring science learning
opportunities to schools and community organizations in every county in Oregon. OMSI is located at
1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214. For general information, call 503.797.4000 or visit
omsi.edu.
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