ASCC hosts special science events during the Eid Al-Adha holiday
KUWAIT CITY, June 2: The Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Cultural Center (ASCC) has announced its Eid Al-Adha holiday program, set to run for three consecutive days, featuring a variety of workshops, scientific tours, planetarium shows, and live animal exhibits.
According to a statement released by ASCC to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Monday, the center houses the largest and most diverse scientific and cultural collections in the region and serves as a trusted source of knowledge for visitors.
Visitors during the holiday will have the opportunity to enjoy a new interactive live show at the Space Museum's Planetarium, where they can explore astronomy, its history, recent advances, new space technologies, and a calendar of astronomical events.
The Science and Technology Museum will present the 'Kashef' journey, an immersive four-dimensional experience that takes visitors on a voyage inside the human body. The ride features moving seats synchronized with the visual scenes to create a fully engaging experience.
In addition, the Museum of Arab and Islamic Sciences is currently hosting the 'Kalila and Dimna' exhibition in partnership with the French Center for Research in the Arabian Peninsula. The exhibit highlights a significant aspect of Arabic literature and is complemented by interactive workshops for children.
The center emphasized its commitment to offering a range of activities suitable for all age groups and encouraged those interested to learn more about the program through its social media platforms at @AsccKw.
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