Earth Revealed
Get a breathtaking view of our planet with the dynamic video sphere in Earth Revealed.
The Blue Paradox
Explore the pervasiveness of plastic pollution and the steps we can take to address it.
Understand the paradox of ocean plastic
The Blue Paradox is included with General Admission and requires a free, timed-entry ticket available onsite.
An ocean loaded with plastic garbage. Beaches overwhelmed with waste. Microplastics in our food and drinks. It is one thing to read about ocean plastic — and another thing to see it up close.
What to expect
Through this immersive exhibit you will experience and understand the vastness of our ocean plastic problem. Walk below 1,278 plastic fish while viewing a stunning photo gallery from National Geographic photojournalist Randy Olson. Floor to ceiling screens immerse you in an LED Wave Wall of ocean imagery — from colorful coral reefs to mesmerizing swarms of jellyfish. Interactive and fully accessible kiosks allow guests to dive deeper into the plastic pollution problem and start to understand where solutions exist. See the impact of plastic pollution on our oceans, before learning about the solutions to this daunting problem.
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Activities
- Immersive floor to ceiling video.
- Massive maps and graphics showcase the depth and breadth of our plastic waste challenge.
- Conveyor belts show our reliance on mass-produced plastic, and the shortcomings of recycling systems.
- Calculate your plastic footprint and pledge to reduce, reuse and recycle.
For Educators
The Blue Paradox Student Guide features thought-provoking in-exhibit questions for visiting students about the ocean plastic crisis and our opportunities to address it.
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