Avian flu, C. difficile infections, meningitis: humans are continually bombarded with disease names and microbial threats, and every one of them appears more frightening than the last. However, even the cleanest and healthiest of individuals hosts no less than 100,000 billion bacterias – that’s 10 times more than the total number of cells in our body! Fortunately, most germs reveal themselves harmless, or even very useful. Beer, wine, cheese and bread are all made thanks to microorganisms. The Germs! Germs!Germs! exhibition transports you to the world of microorganisms and explains how they live, how they’re used and hygiene measures to help prevent their transmission.   This exhibition was made possible by the generous contributions of:   This exhibition was co-produced by:   This journey into the microscopic universe is an opportunity to demystify the germs we hear about in the news, to understand the issues surrounding them and to learn about possible treatments. During their visit, children and adults will be carried to the infinitely small scale, allowing them to walk alongside giant germs and then to step into the intestine to discover the intestinal flora that lives in it and protects it. Games, video images as well as magnificent pictures complete the visit. PICTURE GALLERY Print pictures (pdf)

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Ideal space:

Floor plan of the exhibition

• 200 square meters or 2 150 square feet;

• 2,45 meters or 8 feet of ceiling height;

• Storage space of 20 square meters or 210 square feet for the 5 transport crates and 6 dolleys.

The Germs! Germs! Germs! exhibition is divided into five zones composed of freestanding panels placed together to form a spiral.

More specifically, this exhibition includes:

• 1 entrance to the exhibition with lights and sounds that detects the presence of germs on visitors;

• 5 giant-scale models of germs;

• 1 display element representing the interior of an intestine;

• 1 ghostly character;

• 1 zone representing a kitchen and bathroom;

• 1 play area for children defined by a pillow shaped like a Petri dish;

• 3 showcases featuring artefacts or items, 2 of which  are collection pieces;

• 19 interactive games;

• 1 television screen showing photos of germs;

• 4 children’s costumes (nurse and doctor);

• 1 toy doctor’s kit;

• 1 children’s table and 2 children’s chairs;

• 2 toy microscopes;

• 10 stuffed toys representing germs;

• 6 books (3 English/3 French).

A complete educational guide for children of daycare, kindergarten, elementary school and high school is included with the exhibition.

FOR RESERVATION AND INFORMATION:

Pierre Harvey, M.Sc.
Chief Development Officer

Phone: (819) 434-3200, Ext. 237
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