Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Harry Potter Museum Exhibit in Seattle - Hooray!

Who can deny the educational value of a love for literature? JK Rowling's Harry Potter is about to cross curricular lines at the Pacific Science Center's Harry Potter Exhibition.
Over 200 artifacts including props and clothing from the films will be on display, including some from the yet-to-be-released "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows," parts 1 and 2, respectively.

The 10,000 square foot display consists of replicas of Hogwarts, including the Gryffindor common room, Hagrid's hut, Dumbledore's Office, the Boy's Dormitory and Lockhart's classroom.
According to the Pacific Science Center's Website; "While touring through the exhibition space, discover iconic items such as Harry's original wand and eyeglasses, the Marauder's Map, Gryffindor school uniforms as well as costumes worn at the Yule Ball. Enter the Quidditch™ area and toss a Quaffle, pull your own Mandrake in the Herbology vignette, encounter Buckbeak™ the Hippogriff and even a giant Acromantula spider."

Exhibition advertising claims that "In this amazing exhibition, guests will get an up close and personal look at the artistry and craftsmanship that went into creating the iconic props and costumes that appeared throughout the Harry Potter films. These authentic artifacts will be displayed in elaborate settings inspired by locations from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry including the Gryffindor common room, Hagrid’s hut and the Great Hall."
Tickets go on sale August 14th and there will be IMAX showings of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows