Sustainability - it's something we hear about often, but do we really know exactly what it means?
The new exhibition at the Richmond Museum, sustainABILITY, which opens Tuesday, Aug. 23, explores the realm of sustainability.
"The exhibit explores the rich meaning of sustainability through multiple themes: climate change, environment (built and natural), food, energy, mobility, culture and business," says Rebecca Forrest, curator of the Richmond Museum.
"These different layers work together to highlight the interconnectedness of sustainability."
Through the exhibit, visitors are encouraged to reflect on how they live and will learn ways to make more sustainable choices.
The museum's lighting displays demonstrate the evolution of energy use throughout the 20th century. Building and packaging materials from the past and present will raise questions about how sustainability factors into our everyday decision-making. Families with small children will especially enjoy meeting its mascot, Steve the Shrew, who provides his unique perspective on sustainability.
People of all ages are invited to explore the interactive Discovery Area, which offers a variety of baskets with hands-on activities, games and crafts. Anyone can make a wind turbine, test their knowledge about sustainability, and find out how bees are related to sustainability in Richmond.
The Richmond Museum is at 7700 Minoru Gate. It is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9: 30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibit runs until December 2011. For more information, call 604-247-8300.
