Wizard of Oz Exhibit at Children’s Museum of Manhattan

From September 25, 2010 to January 9, 2011 The Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) announced it will host The Wizard of Oz, the first licensed traveling educational exhibit based on the movie classic, from September 25, 2010 to January 9, 2011. The exhibit will be on display for the first time in New York City. The Wizard of Oz is an adventure of self-discovery for the whole family, allowing children and parents alike to follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Land of Oz, where they will explore Munchkinland and The Emerald City and learn about science and the arts.

This interactive exhibit is a fantasy-adventure that takes children and families over the rainbow to celebrate a classic film that is over 70 years old. Along the way, visitors will experience the adventures of Dorothy, Tin Man, Scarecrow and Cowardly Lion as they overcome obstacles and discover their inner strengths. The exhibit features exclusive elements from the movie including Dorothy’s Ruby Slippers, the characters everyone knows and loves from the film, and classic movie moments.

“The Wizard of Oz is a classic American film whose story resonates in the hearts and minds of children and adults everywhere,” said Andrew Ackerman, Executive Director, Children’s Museum of Manhattan. “We are honored to bring the vibrant Land of Oz to New York as the exhibit complements CMOM’s focus on creating fun, interactive environments that encourage creativity in the arts and sciences. Just ‘Follow the Yellow Brick Road’ to CMOM to start the unforgettable journey.”

The Wizard of Oz Children’s Educational Exhibition debuted in Miami in 2009 and will be on display in many major cities, including Boston, Minneapolis and Pittsburgh. The exhibit was created by the Miami Children’s Museum and SPARKS, in conjunction with Warner Bros. Consumer Products.

For details on all of CMOM’s programs, please visit www.cmom.org.

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